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The 17 Best National Parks to Visit in the Spring

02/23/2021 by Emily Becker Leave a Comment

Spring is such a special time of year to get outside and explore. Snowy landscapes transform into brightly-colored hills of wildflowers, animals reemerge from their long winter naps, and all the while our knees finally get the sunshine they’ve been waiting for since October! Whether you’re heading out for a much-needed spring break road trip, […]

The Highway 95 Road Trip from Reno to Las Vegas

01/10/2021 by Kristin Addis 9 Comments

Once upon a time, I believed that all there was to Nevada was endless desert and desolation. I owe this in part to the barren, dry drive between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, which I’ve traversed more times than I care to count. This is a common assumption. Most people don’t realize that Nevada is […]

The Perfect California Deserts Road Trip Itinerary

02/07/2019 by Kristin Addis 5 Comments

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What comes to mind when you picture vacationing in California? Is it the dazzling lights of Hollywood, the Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, or the stunning Pacific Coast Highway? These are all incredible things to see in their own right, but there’s another adventure that many overlook: The deserts. Deserts comprise 25% of the state, […]

The Best Los Angeles Weekend Getaways (from a Local)

09/09/2018 by Kristin Addis 12 Comments

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Each and every summer since I began my nomadic lifestyle six years ago, there’s no question where I’ll return to: Greater Los Angeles, the place where I grew up. The weather is perfect, I’m never bored, and of course, it’s home. It’s a funny thing, since leaving I’ve become more and more interested in the […]

What to Pack for a Solo Trip (That You Might Not Think Of)

04/24/2025 by Kristin Addis 2 Comments

Packing for a solo trip is kind of like prepping for a date with yourself. You want to be practical, but also a little romantic. You’re the planner, the navigator, the “do we have ibuprofen?” person, the security detail, and the vibe curator—all in one carry-on. After over a decade of traveling solo through 65+ […]

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