Before I visited Zion National Park in winter, I pictured the famed slot canyons and rock formations of the park buried in snow, with park amenities shuttered for the season and the adjacent town of Springdale hard to access on wintery roads. I could … [Read more...]
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A Pit Stop a Day (Day 19): Hiking in Zion Canyon
July 15, 2010 by 5 Comments
We devoted Day 19 to morning hikes in Zion National Park and the afternoon to floating along the Virgin River behind our room at the Cliffrose Lodge. We began our day at the visitor's center, where we consulted the shuttle route (also found in the … [Read more...]
A Pit Stop a Day (Day 18): Zion National Park’s The Narrows
July 14, 2010 by 3 Comments
On Day 18, we woke up in Cliffrose Lodge and Gardens with a full day of exploring in Zion National Park ahead of us. Our primary destination was Zion's 'Narrows', a hike up the Virgin River deep into the canyon. (Zion has many great hikes for … [Read more...]
Travel gear we use: Best shoulder season hoodie
April 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Everyone needs the perfect shoulder season hoodie, whether they travel with kids, adventure travel, camp and ski, or all of the above (like us!). This review, featuring the Appalachian Gear Company's All-Paca fleece hoodie, is the last you'll need to … [Read more...]
Travel Gear We Use: Krimson Klover review
March 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Haven't heard of Krimson Klover? Bet you've seen this brand featured in higher end travel and outdoor shops and tourist shops on recent vacations, even if you don't recognize the brand. Krimson Klover is excellent at active wear that doubles as … [Read more...]
Tips for renting an RV
March 9, 2021 by Leave a Comment
2021 will be the year of camping and outdoor travel! One of the safest ways to see the country this year is by renting an RV, where families can have their own bathroom, sleeping quarters, and kitchens while easily socially distancing from other … [Read more...]
How to take a long family trip: A guide for working parents
October 9, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Kids in school remotely this year? Think you can't taking advantage of this to travel because you're working parents? There are so many ways that working parents can enjoy a long trip without breaking the bank...and continue working during … [Read more...]
Multi-night river rafting on the Tuolumne River
August 31, 2020 by 2 Comments
The Tuolumne River near Yosemite National Park is one of the most pristine and exciting rivers I've experienced. But is river rafting safe during COVID-19? My fifteen-year-old son and I rafted the Tuolumne River for three days with OARS, and not only … [Read more...]
25 travel blogger-approved road trip itineraries
July 16, 2020 by 1 Comment
Ready to hit the road this summer with your crew? The open road awaits, and nothing beats a good road trip. If you're not sure where to go, or simply want a vetted and approved itinerary to follow, read on! I asked travel bloggers across the US and … [Read more...]
Three best road trip itineraries for active families
June 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment
No matter how much we vacation, road trips remain one of our favorite modes of travel. Why? Road trips offer a sense of adventure and freedom that's hard to beat. Plus, they're often more affordable, more flexible, and allow us to see … [Read more...]
