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Posts about the United States

Sedona Road Trip

The Ultimate Phoenix to Sedona Road Trip Itinerary

If you’re looking for some adventure on your Phoenix to Sedona road trip, this post will guide you to all the best stops along the…
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Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout

The Best Scottsdale to Sedona Day Trip Itinerary

Enjoy a perfect Scottsdale to Sedona road trip with this easy itinerary with all the best stops.
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Best AirBnBs in Scottsdale Arizona

10 Affordable AirBnBs in Scottsdale Arizona

Looking for the best AirBnBs in Scottsdale Arizona for your upcoming getaway? This post will show you ten modern, stylish, and affordable AirBnBs to choose…
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Yosemite's Merced River in Winter

Is Yosemite Open to Visitors Right Now?

Is Yosemite open? Yes, Yosemite National Park is currently open to visitors from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day. The park is closed to…
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yosemite in winter

10 Reasons to Visit Yosemite in Winter

If you’re looking for a few reasons to visit Yosemite in winter, I’ve got you covered. I believe Yosemite National Park is the perfect winter…
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Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park

My 10 Favorite Things to do in Yosemite

Having been to Yosemite quite a few times over the years, I’ve come up with my own favorite things to do in Yosemite National Park…
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Visiting Yosemite - Tuolumne Meadows

Top 15 Tips for Visiting Yosemite National Park

Visiting Yosemite is one of my favorite things to do when I’m looking to escape the city life down in Southern California. To me, being…
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View of El Capitan in Yosemite Valley

The 10 Best AirBnB Yosemite Rentals Inside the Park

Looking for the best AirBnB Yosemite rentals that are actually inside the park? If so, this post will help you narrow down your search. I…
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Best time to visit Yosemite

When is the Best Time to Visit Yosemite?

When is the best time to visit Yosemite National Park? If you’re asking this question, this may be your first visit, so I’m excited to…
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Tunnel View Lookout Yosemite

The Perfect San Francisco to Yosemite Road Trip

Are you planning a San Francisco to Yosemite road trip and looking for some fun stops along the way? If so, this easy San Francisco…
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Sunrise in Yosemite Valley over lake

An Epic Yosemite from San Diego Road Trip

Looking to tackle a Yosemite from San Diego road trip? Perfect, I’ve got you covered. I’ve been living in Southern California for about 15 years…
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Best AirBnBs in Sedona

10 Best AirBnBs in Sedona Arizona

Looking for the best AirBnBs in Sedona? If so, this post will help you narrow down your search. I put together this list of the…
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Sedona

An Easy Sedona in One Day Itinerary

You’re so lucky! Even if you must tackle Sedona in One Day, you’re going to just love it. Sedona is amazing. Sedona is known for…
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Winter road trip

10 Perfect Winter Road Trip Destinations in the USA

These 10 winter road trip ideas are the perfect way to spend your last remaining vacation days of the year. Whether you’re looking to play…
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Pictograph Caves State Park

10 Best Things to Do in Billings MT

If you’re looking for some fun things to do in Billings MT, look no further. This short list of attractions in Billings includes local museums,…
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Art Deco in Miami Beach

10 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Miami

Miami is a beautiful coastal city with historic architecture, white sandy beaches, and one of the hottest nightclub scenes in the world. Whether you want…
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LA to Grand Canyon Road Trip

The Ultimate LA to Grand Canyon Road Trip

If you find yourself in LA and you’d like to drive from one beautiful spot to the next, consider taking an LA to Grand Canyon…
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MIrror Lake Yosemite Hike

A Complete Guide to Yosemite’s Mirror Lake Hike

If you’re looking to tackle the Mirror Lake Hike in Yosemite, you’ve come to the right place. I just returned from a Yosemite road trip…
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Tunnel View Sunrise

How to Catch an Epic Tunnel View Sunrise

If you’re planning a visit to Yosemite National Park, you absolutely must catch a Tunnel View sunrise. Tunnel view Lookout is one of my favorite…
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Grand Canyon Road Trip

The Ultimate Two Day Grand Canyon Road Trip

A Grand Canyon Road Trip is the perfect way to see the top sights during your visit to Grand Canyon National Park. The Grand Canyon…
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One day in LA

A Perfect One Day in LA Itinerary

Planning a visit to Southern California and have just one day in LA? Having lived in LA for almost 20 years, I know where all…
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Billings to Yellowstone road trip

The Ultimate Billings to Yellowstone Road Trip

Yellowstone National Park has been delighting visitors with its stunning scenery and impressive wildlife since 1872. Yellowstone is known for it’s herds of bison, natural…
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Things to do in Austin

10 Things to Do with One Day in Austin

Planning a visit to Texas and have just one day in Austin? Keep reading, this post is for you. Austin is easily one of the…
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Best places to celebrate 4th of july in Los Angeles

Best 4th of July Events in Los Angeles

Are you looking for the best 4th of July events in Los Angeles? Now that summer is in full swing, Independence Day is right around…
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Yosemite Road Trip

The Ultimate Yosemite Road Trip

Yosemite National Park is located in California along the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s famous for its massive rock formations, waterfalls, and giant Sequoias. Late…
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Old Town San Diego

9 Unique Things to Do in Old Town San Diego

Old Town is a small historic neighborhood in San Diego and one of my favorite places to visit when in town. The Old Town State…
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Barrio Logan San Diego

A Quick Guide to Barrio Logan San Diego

Barrio Logan San Diego is the perfect Southern California destination for visitors who want to experience one of the best neighborhoods for street art on…
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Winter weekend getaways

9 Perfectly Beautiful Winter Weekend Getaways

For those of us who work full-time and travel part-time, winter weekend getaways can help get us through those long winter months. These unique weekend…
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And...... we're back. Took a two week hiatus from And...... we're back. Took a two week hiatus from social media to start off the year. Totally worth it if anyone is wondering. ⁠
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I think there's no better way to return than with a picture of a happy dog. We took Melvin down to San Diego for the day so he could run around on the beach. ⁠
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Unfortunately, Melvin has had some stomach and intestinal issues over the last month, so we've been in and out of the vet. Had a few scary moments, but he seems to be doing better now and is in good spirits. ⁠
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You'll definitely be seeing more of Melvin in my travel photos for a while, so I hope you don't mind. ⁠
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To all the dog parents out there, give your pups some extra playtime this week and show them how much you love them. ⁠
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Who here is ready for 2021? This girl sure is. ⁠ Who here is ready for 2021? This girl sure is. ⁠
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I love the fresh start that a New Year brings. I love setting new goals for myself. Mostly, I love looking forward to visiting new destinations. While that didn't work out in 2020, I have a feeling 2021 will be very different. ⁠
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So let's get this party started, shall we? ⁠
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Meet Melvin aka @melvintheweinerdog. I adopted Mel Meet Melvin aka @melvintheweinerdog. I adopted Melvin back in 2010 from one of the local shelters here in Los Angeles. We've been together ever since. ⁠
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I'm introducing Melvin because he'll be hitting the road with me in early 2021. So plan for some cute photos of Melvin looking indifferent in beautiful destinations. ⁠
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I'm currently working remotely but anticipate that arrangement will end sometime in 2021. So with that, I want to take advantage of my last few months to work from anywhere. ⁠
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I live in LA so I'll be heading east. If you have any unique destination ideas for a west coast to east coast road trip, drop them in the comments. ⁠
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Plans are contingent on what is going on in the USA at the time of my intended departure, but I'm remaining optimistic. I also plan to avoid big cities and focus on rural areas and outdoor open spaces. ⁠
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What are you looking forward to most in 2021? ⁠ What are you looking forward to most in 2021? ⁠
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Since you are following a travel account, I'm going to guess you may be looking forward to the possibility of travel opportunities resuming in 2021. Well, you're not alone. ⁠
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Here's what I'm looking foward to: Poland, Estonia, Russia, Italy, and French Polynesia. Fingers crossed. ⁠
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There's just something special about Austin. This There's just something special about Austin. This is a city full of cool people doing cool things. Whether its the music scene, the food trucks, the street art, or something else, Austin will steal your heart. I would live here if I could. ⁠
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Have you been to Austin? What did you think?⁠
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Here's a picture of me in front of a blue wall in Here's a picture of me in front of a blue wall in Austin. But why Eden? Well, let me explain. ⁠
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I captured this stunning photograph of myself in front of a blue wall after walking 35 minutes to get to a different mural, only to discover someone spray painted graffiti all over it. ⁠
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I refused to come away from the experience empty handed, so I settled for a photo here instead. ⁠
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Take away: Always be willing to settle for a plan B when you're traveling. Don't get mad, get creative. Or just lower your standards. 😂⁠
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