Here’s a truth bomb for ya... we take showers 1-2 a week! ? Yeah, yeah. Save the judgement until you decided to go live and travel in a van! ? While it’s not ideal for everyone, it’s the trade-off we make in order to seek out the most beautiful places to camp off-grid. Fortunately for us, we recently partnered with Venture Wipes to put their product to the test!
5 Must-Read Novels for May
You guys, I’ve been slacking. We hit the road a couple weeks ago, which has preoccupied my focus as we seek out new and remote places to camp. My bad! I’ve also been reading a TON during the pandemic, which has honestly been a great way to pass the time. And I’ve read some fantastic books lately! Without further ado, here are my top book recommendations for May.
Arctix Kids Rain Jacket Review
If you’ve been following us for a while, you know that we’re pretty picky about the gear we bring into the van. First, we don’t have a lot of space since we live in an 86-square-foot home on wheels. And secondly, we need apparel that’s going to stand the test of time… because we’re literally wearing it on the daily.
The Best Healthy Snacks for Road Trips
Let's face it -- we've all gotten to the point during this shelter in place where we're snacking like crazy, and not always making the best choices. Quarantine life is tough! Thankfully, we decided early on to keep the unhealthy snacks to a minimum. And even though the pantry doesn't have any temptations anymore, we still wanna snack. Over the past month, we've discovered some new favorites, as well as a few staples!
Agua Verde is the Perfect Destination for Adventure Seekers
The road to Agua Verde... how can I sufficiently explain this wild adventure?! If you're itching to disconnect and you've got the right vehicle, you'll for sure want to check out Baja’s not-so-best kept secret: a pristine, hard-to-reach beach with bright green water.
Experience the Magic of Loreto, Baja California Sur
Loreto is designated as a Pueblo Mágico, which are distinguished destinations in Mexico that are special in a cultural or historical way. It's also considered to be the first human settlement in Baja California. Between its natural beauty, cultural riches, historical relevance, and authentic charm it’s pretty obvious that this town is indeed magical! ✨
7 Perfect Spring Reads for Sheltering at Home
Let's face it -- we all have different ways to pass the time as we shelter at home for the foreseeable future. For me, I can only binge watch so many shows before I start to feel bogged down, so diving into a good book has been a fantastic way to throw in some balance to all of this social distancing.
Why You Must Visit Bahía Concepción NOW
There are some places in this world that are so magical, so incredibly beautiful, that you can't help falling in love. For us, that place in Baja California was Bahía Concepción.
5 Simple Tips for Reducing Your Carbon Footprint
Happy Impact Day, fellow nature lovers! Today is a special day led by Keep Nature Wild to intentionally take care of our local wild places. Like our son Levi says, “Because if we don’t protect Planet Earth, it will get all yucky!” ? Even with everything going on right now, you can still make a big impact at home!
Soak in the Oasis of Mulegé, Baja’s Colorful Colonial Town
Mulegé, a quiet little oasis in Baja Sur, is the perfect place to call home for a few days after soaking in San Ignacio. It’s a charming little town that attracts a lot of expats, snowbirds and travelers, as well as an ideal stop to regroup and resupply before heading to a beautiful beach area called Bahiá Concepíon.