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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The Ultimate Guide to a Solo Cross-Country Road Trip With Your Dog (from Florida to California)

The Ultimate Guide to a Solo Cross-Country Road Trip With Your Dog (from Florida to California)

In early June, I decided to go on a solo cross-country road trip from Florida to California with my dog, Kuma. Driving from Tampa to Los Angeles is a total of 2,533 miles and would take 37 hours to drive. Since I was traveling solo on a long road trip with a dog, I had to do some careful and detailed planning with this road trip itinerary.

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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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Our Super Pet-Friendly Experience at Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel, California

Our Super Pet-Friendly Experience at Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel, California

There were a handful of pet-friendly accommodations in Carmel and we took several factors into account including location, price, reviews, and pet-friendliness, and Hofsas House Hotel was the clear winner.

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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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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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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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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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What to Wear for Yosemite National Park in Early September

What to Wear for Yosemite National Park in Early September

We looked into the weather for early September and it was definitely going to be a challenge packing for this trip. The temperatures from day to night fluctuated drastically (at least according to the average annual forecast), so we had to pack accordingly.

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Elevate Your Yosemite Experience at Tenaya Lodge’s Explorer Cabins

Elevate Your Yosemite Experience at Tenaya Lodge’s Explorer Cabins

Tenaya Lodge is a gorgeous resort with a variety of lodging options from traditional hotel rooms, cabins, and cottages. We wanted to stay at their newest accommodations in the Explorer Cabins as it was a great fit for us since we were traveling with a group of six people.

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Why Everyone Comes to Shop and Hang Out at The Grove in Los Angeles

Why Everyone Comes to Shop and Hang Out at The Grove in Los Angeles

The Grove has been in LA since 2002 and it’s one of those places that all the locals know about. I can’t count how many times I’ve been to the Grove for birthday parties, store events, dining, movie premieres, and more.

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Trending Vegan Food at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood, California

Trending Vegan Food at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood, California

We aren’t Vegan, but we do like to be adventurous sometimes and decided to try out some Mexican Vegan Food at Gracias Madre. Plus this restaurant has been all the buzz in West Hollywood, so we wanted to see what all the fuss was at this Melrose trending hotspot.

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The Best Japanese Happy Hour in West Hollywood is Robata Jinya

The Best Japanese Happy Hour in West Hollywood is Robata Jinya

I made last minute reservations at Robata Jinya after doing a quick search online for restaurants on LA’s West 3rd Street. This street in West Hollywood is filled with great restaurants and cafes, so I knew there had to be a Japanese restaurant.

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