An Unexpected Surprise at The Pet-Friendly Grand Canyon Yavapai Lodge

An Unexpected Surprise at The Pet-Friendly Grand Canyon Yavapai Lodge

When we booked our stay at the Grand Canyon Yavapai Lodge, we were a bit nervous since it was a last-minute decision. When we walked into our room, we were thoroughly impressed by their newly-remodeled dog-friendly accommodation.

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A Pet-Friendly Eco-Chic Dining Experience At True Food Kitchen in Pasadena, California

A Pet-Friendly Eco-Chic Dining Experience At True Food Kitchen in Pasadena, California

My first experience dining at True Food Kitchen was in San Diego, California. I posted some photos on my Instagram stories and left wanting to return especially for their amazing drink menu. Crystal saw my Instagram posts and commented on how she loved the decor. Fast forward two years later, and when Crystal was in town, we made a visit to the TFK in Pasadena.

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What to Pack for Carmel in June For You and Your Dog

What to Pack for Carmel in June For You and Your Dog

We visited Carmel in June and the mornings were crisp, breezy, and foggy. Here is a list of what we packed for ourselves and our pups. Read through the end to find out what we wish we would have packed.

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Our Brutally Honest Review of The Westin Long Beach Dog-Friendly Hotel

Our Brutally Honest Review of The Westin Long Beach Dog-Friendly Hotel

We’ve stayed at plenty of hotels with our pups and the pet fees generally range from $50 to $100, so when we heard that The Westin in Long Beach, California had no pet fees whatsoever, we couldn’t believe it. This was our first experience at a 4-star hotel that had absolutely no pet fee.

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Dog-Friendly Things To Do in a Day at Carmel-By-the-Sea

Dog-Friendly Things To Do in a Day at Carmel-By-the-Sea

Carmel, or Carmel-By-The-Sea, is a gorgeous coastal town in California that is known to be one of U.S.A.’s most dog-friendly towns. We have always wanted to take our dogs on trips with us and this was the perfect opportunity to go while Crystal was visiting California with her dog.

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Explore Orange County’s Under-the-Radar Mission San Juan Capistrano

Explore Orange County’s Under-the-Radar Mission San Juan Capistrano

If you are looking for things to do in OC (Orange County) that have nothing to do with Disneyland or the beach, you’ll want to check out the Mission San Juan Capistrano. It’s located in Historic Downtown San Juan Capistrano,  which is near the Pacific coast and lies halfway between San Diego and Los Angeles.

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Exploring The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in California

Exploring The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in California

We spent an entire Sunday exploring the library, art museums, themed gardens and even had lunch at their 1919 Cafe. The library contains rare books from the 15th century and an extensive collection of vintage light bulbs.

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Top 6 Things To Do in Solvang, California On Thanksgiving Weekend

Top 6 Things To Do in Solvang, California On Thanksgiving Weekend

If this is your first time hearing about Solvang, it’s a charming little Danish village West of Santa Barbara, California. Located in California’s Santa Ynez Valley, Solvang is a town best known for its Danish culture and architecture and it’s a great place to explore for the day or for a short weekend getaway. Here is our list of things to do in Solvang, California.

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Why You Need to Experience Little Tokyo on Your First Visit to Downtown Los Angeles

Why You Need to Experience Little Tokyo on Your First Visit to Downtown Los Angeles

If this is your first time visiting Little Tokyo then you must indulge in a freshly baked Melon Pan, tour the largest Japanese American Museum in the nation, and take home a bunch of Japanese goodies from Nijiya Market.

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4 Amusing Things To Do in Downtown Los Angeles for First-Timers

4 Amusing Things To Do in Downtown Los Angeles for First-Timers

Los Angeles is a huge city and there are so many different areas to visit, but if you are in Downtown Los Angeles for the first time, you’ll want to explore an iconic book store, slurp on some amazing vegan noodles, and immerse yourself in one of the many cultures that this ethnically diverse city has to offer.

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Do's and Don'ts For Yosemite National Park in September

Do's and Don'ts For Yosemite National Park in September

While we were visiting Yosemite National Park in September, we came across a lot of things we wished we would have done. For the most part, we did a great job preparing for this trip but there were also a lot of things we learned from this trip. Here’s a list of Do’s and Don’ts to help you out on your trip to Yosemite.

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The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary for Yosemite National Park in September

The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary for Yosemite National Park in September

Yosemite National Park is one of the most stunning parks in California. The views are incredible, the waterfalls are impressive and the hikes are rewarding. There are a number of different hikes you can do in Yosemite and if you only have 2 days to spare, we have the perfect detailed itinerary for you.

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5 Easy Hikes at Yosemite National Park in September

5 Easy Hikes at Yosemite National Park in September

We both love visiting national parks and many of them require some minimal hiking if you want to see waterfalls or epic views. We’re not in the best shape to attempt hours of rigorous hiking. Luckily in Yosemite, there were plenty of hiking options for us that still offered breathtaking views on easy hikes. Here are 5 easy hikes you can do at Yosemite National Park.

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How Difficult is Mist Trail at Yosemite for the Average Person?

How Difficult is Mist Trail at Yosemite for the Average Person?

We were somewhat prepared for this hike to be a bit of a challenge, but we underestimated just how hard it was going to be for us. Mist Trail is one of the most popular hikes and is considered Yosemite’s signature hike so we definitely didn’t want to pass it up.

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Craftoberfest Los Angeles - Over 20 Craft Breweries from Southern California

Craftoberfest Los Angeles - Over 20 Craft Breweries from Southern California

Crystal made a quick weekend getaway to Los Angeles, so we decided to go to CraftoberFest held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. It was a beautiful sunny day full of contests, entertainment by Festmiester Hans, and of course craft beer.

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