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.
Campground Review: Ecoturismo Kuyimá in Laguna de San Ignacio
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!