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Tanzania (Day 1): Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp

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Sep 24, 20224 min read

Tanzania (Day 1): Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp

Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp: this 14 mile roundtrip hike has 4,000 ft elevation gain over the first 7 miles.

Uganda (Day 5): Hiking Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest

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Sep 3, 20225 min read

Uganda (Day 5): Hiking Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest

Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest in Uganda offers a unique hiking experience. Dense vegetation and beautiful views make this a great hike

Uganda (Day 3): A Batwa Experience at Mgahinga National Park

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Jul 30, 20226 min read

Uganda (Day 3): A Batwa Experience at Mgahinga National Park

Mgahinga National Park offers a cultural tourism experience with the Batwa. Here, we spent the better part of a day on an educational hike

Uganda (Day 2): Golden Monkey Trekking- Uganda is Safe Until Otherwise!

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Jul 16, 20226 min read

Uganda (Day 2): Golden Monkey Trekking- Uganda is Safe Until Otherwise!

Mgahinga National Park, Uganda, is the home of the Golden Monkey, an endangered species. To view these beautiful (and silly) animals in the

Uganda (Day 1): A Hike with Locals and Canoeing on Lake Mutanda

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Jul 9, 20224 min read

Uganda (Day 1): A Hike with Locals and Canoeing on Lake Mutanda

Uganda is a country filled with lush forests, amazingly friendly people, unforgettable wildlife, and interesting history. Our first full day

San Diego, California: Visiting the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier

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Mar 11, 20224 min read

San Diego, California: Visiting the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier

The USS Midway is great for families, and we recommend it even for little kids while visiting the San Diego area.

Sonoma County, California: Hiking Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, Canyon-Pony Gate Loop to Waterfalls

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Feb 27, 20223 min read

Sonoma County, California: Hiking Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, Canyon-Pony Gate Loop to Waterfalls

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park is especially great to visit in the Spring when the Park's waterfall is flowing.

Joshua Tree National Park: A Winter Visit in this Desert Park

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Feb 13, 20223 min read

Joshua Tree National Park: A Winter Visit in this Desert Park

Summary: Joshua National Park, located in Southeast California, is a relatively new addition to the National Park system, having been...

Washington D.C. (Day 3): Bureau of Engraving & Printing, Arlington Cemetery, & Kennedy Center

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Jan 1, 20224 min read

Washington D.C. (Day 3): Bureau of Engraving & Printing, Arlington Cemetery, & Kennedy Center

On our third day in DC, we visited the Bureau of Engraving & Printing, Arlington Cemetery, and the Kennedy Center.

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

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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, 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.

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.

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.

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