If you’re heading to Arizona, there are a few areas that you shouldn’t miss – and Sedona is one of these. This Arizona desert town is surrounded by red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls and pine forests, and is known for its mild climate and lively arts community. Sedona also has a magical, mystical element to it. It’s the place to become one with nature, shop for incredible crystals, and get your aura read.
A Guide to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park in Arizona
One of the first things we do when researching potential destinations within a state is to look up the state parks. These are designated natural wonders for a reason, and there can be some awesome views and trails to explore! And when I saw Tonto Natural Bridge State Park online, I knew that we had to stop here in person.
Visiting Valley of Fire State Park? Here’s What You Need to Know
You've probably seen photos of Valley of Fire State Park on Instagram -- the iconic shot of massive, red rocks on both sides of a windy, two-lane road in the background. We happened to be driving nearby for VanFest USA, and decided that we HAD to stop and see what all of the fuss was about.
Nevada’s Best Kept Secret: Cathedral Gorge State Park
Editor’s Note: I was perusing Instagram awhile back, and saw the coolest stories from one of my favorites on the platform, @ChrisMeGoodbye aka Christine Blake. She’s a California native and mom to three living in Las Vegas. Her photos are incredible! Christine had discovered what can arguably might be the coolest hidden gem in Nevada. I reached out immediately — “Where is this? Please tell me more!” This natural attraction is SO cool that I asked Christine if she would be willing to share allllll of the details with you guys here. Happy Reading! I have been living in Las Vegas for over 15 years, and I only just recently…
7 Budget-Friendly Family Activities in Sacramento
Over the past few months, we've had an opportunity to explore Sacramento as a family thanks to a couple of work trips that Steven had on the calendar. As the capitol of California, Sacramento offers up a lot of history and kid-friendly activities for traveling families. Between our two recent stays, we've compiled a list of all of the fun things to do with your family in this historical city that won't break the bank!
Explore the Quaint Coastal Town of Morro Bay!
Two years ago, we set off in the van to camp at the Morro Bay State Park and celebrate Steven's birthday. It was the first overnight trip with our new platform bed, which Steven had spent a couple of weekends building. We were beyond excited, and that trip sparked something in the four of us that we couldn't explain. It felt right. It felt like home. Whether or not that trip was the catalyst for Our Great Big Adventure, we knew we wanted to do more traveling. More overnights in the van. More traveling! Two years later, here we are -- back in the same place where it all started.
20+ Family-Friendly Things to Do in Santa Cruz
The Santa Cruz area has SO much to offer beyond the Boardwalk, especially for young, adventure-loving families. So much so, that this upcoming list of our favorite experiences is far from brief. Whether you’re here for the weekend, or two months like our stay, there are plenty of things to choose from for your vacation!
