In Baja California Sur, Laguna de San Ignacio is a key destination for many – it’s a prime location for spotting gray whales during their winter migration. Every year, these incredible creatures travel more than 10,000 miles between their summer feeding grounds in the Arctic and the coastal lagoons of the southern Baja peninsula. When we decided to van life down Baja, we were excited to realize that our timing would sync up with the chance to see gray whales in the wild!
Surviving Social Distancing While Homeschooling (+ Fun Activities!)
With all of the news surrounding COVID-19 and school closures, my social feeds have been inundated with frustrated parents trying to homeschool their children. After schooling my boys for nearly nine months now, I totally get it. But in those past nine months, I’ve learned a lot about homeschooling – or wildschooling, as we call it. I thought it might be helpful to share those sentiments here… as well as some really fun ideas to fight boredom! I’m here to encourage you that YOU GOT THIS!
Experience the Sleepy Little Gem of San Ignacio, Baja Sur
San Ignacio is a sleepy little colonial town nestled in a date palm oasis. This small area is surrounded by beautiful old buildings with pops of color. Immediately you can tell that there’s something different about San Ignacio in comparison to the other Baja towns we’ve seen.
What You Need to Know About Baja’s Bahiá de Los Ángeles
If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxed vibe where you can disconnect and enjoy the picturesque views, then Bahiá de Los Ángeles is for you.
Help Keep Nature Wild!
As a family, we’re honored to have recently become ambassadors -- aka "Wild Keepers" for Keep Nature Wild. ?♻️ If you’ve been following our travels for awhile, you know that it’s been absolutely imperative that we teach our sons the value and responsibility of keeping our Earth clean. Imagine if every single person on this planet became a steward of the land, doing his or her part to leave no trace? The impact would be astounding!
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Campground Review: Las Palapa RV Camp, San Felipe, Baja California
There are lots of places to camp in San Felipe, many of which are along the beach. Some are better known for accommodating large RVs, and some for the social scene. We were pleasantly surprised to find a nice, chill campground that was perfect for small RVs and vans – Las Palapa RV Camp.
Exploring San Felipe, the Gateway to the Sea of Cortez
Towards the end of our second week in Baja California, Mexico, we were ready to leave the Pacific side and see what the Sea of Cortez had to offer. After a three-hour drive, our first destination on the Eastern side of Baja was San Felipe.
8 Books You’ll Want to Read This March
I’m always getting asked for book recommendations since I started my goal of 40 books a year in 2014. On my personal Instagram (@alexisnasc), I share books as I read them, as well as a quick review and rating (5 stars being the best). I’ve been reading voraciously since I was a little kid, and always recall my Mom and Grandma reading over the years. As I’ve gotten older, the hunt for a good book has become a favorite hobby of mine, almost as much as reading the actual book! Now that I’ve carved out more time for books, I thought it would be helpful to start a monthly list…
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Explore Valle de Guadalupe, Baja’s Emerging Wine Region
After exploring Ensenada, our next stop was to head inland and check out Valle de Guadalupe, Baja’s emerging wine region. It’s safe to say we fell in love! Our first few days along La Ruta del Vino was incredible. Not only was it beautiful, the wine was fantastic and the food was absolutely incredible! The locals are very kind, and their hospitality rivals that of their Napa counterparts. Vinepair recently named Valle de Guadalupe one of the best wine destinations to visit. While we only spent two full days here, I’m confident that our recommendations will not disappoint.
Campground Review: Glamping Ruta de Arte y Vino in Valle de Guadalupe, Baja Mexico
There are a few well-known areas to camp within Valle de Guadalupe, and Glamping de Arte y Vino is one of these. We came into the area in the late afternoon after running errands in Ensenada, so we immediately headed for a campsite. Glamping de Arte y Vino was the closest to us and sounded promising.
