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5 Tips for Planning a Budget-Friendly Trip To Washington DC

Nov 21, 20212 min read

5 Tips for Planning a Budget-Friendly Trip To Washington DC

We loved our trip to Washington DC not only because it is great for history buffs like us, but because it was relatively inexpensive.

Mendocino, California: A Foggy Hike in this Gem of the North Coast

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Oct 24, 20213 min read

Mendocino, California: A Foggy Hike in this Gem of the North Coast

Here, we hiked the Mendocino Headlands State Park trail and enjoyed some much-needed downtown in our Air BnB. Mendocino is a dog-friendly

Anchorage, Alaska: Daytrip to Wasilla and Talkeetna

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Oct 3, 20213 min read

Anchorage, Alaska: Daytrip to Wasilla and Talkeetna

We took a mellow day trip up to see the Iditarod Museum in Wasilla and then strolled down the picturesque town of Talkeetna.

Whittier, Alaska: Hiking Portage Pass & The Town of Whittier

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Sep 26, 20213 min read

Whittier, Alaska: Hiking Portage Pass & The Town of Whittier

This 4.2 mile out-and-back trail features a jaw-dropping view of Portage Lake and Glacier, which will surely make your top 10 best hikes.

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Sep 18, 20213 min read

Homer, Alaska: Kayaking Kachemak Bay

Summary: Part of the Cook Inlet, Kachemak Bay is a 40-mile long Bay that includes the town of Homer and the 400,000 acre Kachemak State...

Mt. Shasta, California: Hiking Seven Lakes Basin via the PCT

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Sep 12, 20212 min read

Mt. Shasta, California: Hiking Seven Lakes Basin via the PCT

Seven Lakes Basin is a 7.8 mile, out-and-back hike along the Pacific Coast Trail. This dog-friendly hike features seven alpine lakes

Homer, Alaska: Hiking Glacier Lake Trail in Kachemak Bay State Park

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Sep 5, 20214 min read

Homer, Alaska: Hiking Glacier Lake Trail in Kachemak Bay State Park

Summary: Kachemak Bay State Park, located in near Homer, Alaska, is a remote park accessible only by water taxi from the Homer Spit. We...

Seward/Homer, Alaska: Hiking Tonsina Creek + the Homer Spit located in Alaska's Halibut Capital

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Aug 29, 20214 min read

Seward/Homer, Alaska: Hiking Tonsina Creek + the Homer Spit located in Alaska's Halibut Capital

Starting in Seward Alaska, we hiked Tonsina Creek Trail, then drove the Kenai Peninsula to Homer, where we had a drink on the Homer Spit.

Seward, Alaska: An Incredible Day in the Kenai Fjords with Major Marine

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Aug 22, 20215 min read

Seward, Alaska: An Incredible Day in the Kenai Fjords with Major Marine

8.5 hour Cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park with Major Marine Tours was a highlight of Alaska trip.

Seward, Alaska: Hiking Exit Glacier & Sightseeing in the Town of Seward

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Aug 15, 20214 min read

Seward, Alaska: Hiking Exit Glacier & Sightseeing in the Town of Seward

The town of Seward is located on the Kenai Peninsula, a little over 2 hours from Anchorage. We hiked Exit Glacier and spent time in Seward.

Yellowstone National Park: Day Two in the Park, this time from the North Entrance

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Aug 8, 20213 min read

Yellowstone National Park: Day Two in the Park, this time from the North Entrance

Yellowstone from the North Entrance included a drive through the wildlife-rich Lamar Valley, Bunsen Peak, and

Gallatin River, Montana: Adventures Where the River Runs Through It

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Aug 1, 20214 min read

Gallatin River, Montana: Adventures Where the River Runs Through It

Montana Whitewater, located in the Gallatin Gateway, offers a super fun "Zip & Dip," day of Ziplining and Whitewater rafting.

Big Sky, Montana: Hiking Beehive Basin Trail

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Jul 25, 20212 min read

Big Sky, Montana: Hiking Beehive Basin Trail

Big Sky, Montana, is a well-known resort area. Beehive Basin trail is 7.1 miles round trip with 1650 feet of elevation gain.

Princess Caribbean Cruise: Grand Cayman Island, A Change of Plans, & A Controversial Destination

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Jul 22, 20212 min read

Princess Caribbean Cruise: Grand Cayman Island, A Change of Plans, & A Controversial Destination

On this third stop on our Western Caribbean Cruise with Princess Cruises, our plans were changed to visiting with turtles.

Teton Valley, Idaho: Horseback Riding Under a Teton Backdrop

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Jul 11, 20213 min read

Teton Valley, Idaho: Horseback Riding Under a Teton Backdrop

Dry Ridge Outfitters offers horseback rides near Grand Teton National Park. We chose the 1/2-day ride and highly recommend this outfit.

Princess Caribbean Cruise: Thrill Seeker's Pass in Jamaica

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Jul 11, 20213 min read

Princess Caribbean Cruise: Thrill Seeker's Pass in Jamaica

Jamaica, stop 2 on our Western Caribbean Cruise with Princess Cruise lines. Our shore excursion was zip lining, ropes course, and swimming.

Yellowstone National Park: Our Day in the Park from the South Entrance

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Jul 5, 20214 min read

Yellowstone National Park: Our Day in the Park from the South Entrance

Our day in Yellowstone from the South Entrance included Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone Falls, Hayden Valley.

Princess Caribbean Cruise: A Day on a Catamaran in Cozumel

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Jun 26, 20213 min read

Princess Caribbean Cruise: A Day on a Catamaran in Cozumel

Cozumel, Mexico, is an island in the Caribbean Sea in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. This popular cruise stop for Western Caribbean routes.

5 Easy Tips to Make Your Trip More Budget-Friendly

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May 11, 20213 min read

5 Easy Tips to Make Your Trip More Budget-Friendly

Traveling on a budget does not always mean staying in a hostel or watching for flash sales. We have made traveling less expensive and more

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 5): Hiking the Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp in Koke'e State Park

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May 2, 20215 min read

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 5): Hiking the Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp in Koke'e State Park

Hiking the Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp in Koke'e State Park includes incredible views of the Napoli Cost in Kauai

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