Around Christmas 2022, I brought Ariel to the Death Valley National Park. Death Valley is famous as the hottest, lowest, and driest place in the US. It features unique landscapes and wildlife.
Spots to Enjoy the Breathtaking Pacific Coast Highway – North of San Francisco
Pacific Coast Highway or PCH is a must-see for anyone who visits California. It’s spectacular and worth a drive. I have driven PCH multiple times between Los Angeles and San Francisco. It never disappoints. For my Thanksgiving trip in 2022, I decided to try the part north of San Francisco.
Unknown Places to See Fall Colors at CA-NV Border
It’s that time of the year again. October is the month for fall colors. Before the leaves fully fell out, I went on a spontaneous trip this past weekend to catch some foliage of 2022. This year, I decided to visit a few less known places at the border of California and Nevada.
My Unsuccessful Attempt to Learn Snowboarding
In the winter of 2021, my friend introduced me to the Perfect Progression Program at Palisades Tahoe, a high-value program for beginners. I figured it’s time to give snowboarding a try.
How to Travel with a Dog?
Planning a trip with a dog is hard. I have to either arrange dog-friendly activities and venues or book dog day care in advance. However, the effort is worth it. The trip is more fun and fulfilling when I travel with Ariel. Here are some of my tips on how to travel with a dog, specifically a pet dog like Ariel.
Practical and Tested Dog Travel Accessories
Ariel and I have been on trips frequently enough that I have developed a packing system and identified a list of dog travel accessories that make my life easy. No matter whether it’s packing for myself or for Ariel, I have 5 broad categories: clothes / wearables, eat & drink, sleep, play, and cleaning.
How to Safely Travel during COVID?
My recommendation is always: stay home, because travelling will expose you to extra risk. If you have to travel, mask up. That’s the easiest and most effective way to stay safe. In addition to masks, I also took other safety measures on my trips.
Chasing Fall Colors around Mammoth Lakes CA
Chasing fall colors has become my annual activity in October. In 2020, I enjoyed fall foliage in Lake Tahoe. In 2021, I checked out Mammoth Lakes in early October.
7-Day Itinerary for Arizona and Grand Canyon National Park
The trip to Grand Canyon National Park and Arizona was long overdue. I finally made it happen during 2021 Thanksgiving. It’s our first time there, so my friend and I hit all the touristy spots in Arizona around Grand Canyon.
Successful First Try at Camping in San Rafael Area
After our RV trip, I always wanted to try a camping trip with Ariel. We made it happen this Labor Day weekend. It’s a laidback and relaxing trip to the San Rafael area. We camped at China Camp State Park and hiked in Mount Tamalpais.