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Ireland Road Trip – 10 Best Scenic Drives in Ireland

by Toccara & SamIreland June 6, 2018July 12, 20214 comments

With Ireland’s landscape so wild and rugged, the temptation to rent a car and head out in search of adventure is simply too great to resist! And don’t be intimidated about driving in Ireland. If you’re not used to driving on the left, it’s not as scary as it sounds. We’re going to share with …

Exploring the Ring of Beara & Mizen Head Peninsula

by Toccara & SamIreland May 18, 2017July 12, 20210 comments

Ireland has close to 2,000 miles (3,000+ km) of coastline, varying from pristine beaches to rugged cliffs. Wherever you go, you’re never more than 70 miles from the Atlantic. To experience some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, you’ll want to hug the coast during your exploration of the Emerald Isle. While most first-time visitors …

Top 16 Travel Experiences of 2016

by Toccara & SamGeneral Blog Post December 30, 2016December 31, 20162 comments

Each year since we started documenting our travels on this blog, we’ve put together a year-in-review looking back at our favorite travel experiences from the past 12 months. We really enjoy putting this post together, as it forces us to browse through thousands of pictures and re-live countless memories as we struggle to narrow down the year’s top …

Things to Do in Terceira Island – Azores Portugal

by Toccara & SamPortugal December 29, 2016July 12, 202144 comments

Terceira Island was the second and final island we visited during our time in the Azores Portugal. We quickly found out that there are plenty of things to do in Terceira. With a total of 9 islands in the Azores, we’ll definitely be visiting more of these islands off the coast of Portugal in the …

Cascade Loop Scenic Highway: Best Washington Road Trip

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Washington State December 13, 2016April 28, 202416 comments

The Ultimate Washington Road Trip The Cascade Loop Scenic Highway quickly became one of our favorite road trip adventures to date! We’ve embarked on some pretty incredible road trips throughout our travels – the North Coast 500 in Scotland and Ring Road in Iceland quickly come to mind. In fact, scenic drives are our preferred way to see the world! As …

Washington Nature Abounds in North Cascades National Park

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Washington State December 11, 2016May 22, 20190 comments

North Cascades National Park in Washington North Cascades National Park is one of three national parks in the state of Washington; the other two being Olympic National Park & Mount Rainier National Park. The park encompasses over six-hundred-thousand acres of beautiful Washington nature and includes both the Ross Lake and Lake Chelan National Recreation Areas. It is …

Things to Do on San Juan Island: Top 10 Experiences

by Toccara & SamWashington State October 18, 2016April 28, 20242 comments

For as long as we can remember, we’ve always had the desire to see orcas in their natural habitat. As such, San Juan Island Washington has been high on our list of places to visit for quite some time! While our trip to the islands was a dream come true in that regard, we also …

The Ultimate North Coast 500 Guide

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Scotland May 6, 2016August 19, 201718 comments

North Coast 500 – Scotland Road Trip of a Lifetime Buckle your seat belts! We’re about to take you on the ultimate road trip adventure along Scotland’s North Coast 500 route! Starting and ending in Inverness, this 500-mile circular drive takes you along stunning coastlines and countless lochs. You’ll navigate through winding mountain passes and …

Driving the North Coast 500 in a Campervan

by Toccara & SamScotland May 6, 201622 comments

We spent a week in Scotland last summer and couldn’t wait to return. In order to really experience everything this beautiful country has to offer, it’s best to hire a car so you can explore the highlands as you please. For this trip, we wanted to take it a step further, so instead of hiring …

Wild Camping in Scotland

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Scotland May 5, 2016June 16, 202136 comments

Recently, we set out on an epic 12-day campervan road trip through some of the most beautiful regions in Scotland. With our Aero model campervan from Bunk Campers, we drove the award-winning North Coast 500 route, visited the Isle of Skye, and explored Cairngorms National Park. Prior to this adventure, we hadn’t heard much about …

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RV Road Trip: Zion National Park

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Utah January 12, 2016January 12, 201618 comments

The Grand Circle In October of 2011, Sam and I set off on an RV road trip adventure through the national parks of Utah and Arizona, also known as the Grand Circle. We purchased the America the Beautiful Pass for $80 which would give us access to ALL of National Parks. During our 8-day RV …

RV Road Trip: Bryce Canyon National Park

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Utah January 12, 2016January 12, 20160 comments

Unrivaled Beauty Along Highway 1 in California

by Toccara & SamCalifornia, Explore The Outdoors February 23, 2015August 8, 201512 comments

Highway 1 along the central coast of California provides some of the most stunning coastal views on the planet! In fact, parts of it has been designated as an official National Scenic Byway. Hope for good weather during your visit, because the ominous coastal fog can truly make or break your trip! Known by many …

Driving the Klondike Highway: Part I (Alaska-Canada)

by Toccara & SamAlaska, Canada, Cruise Ports- Alaska, Explore The Outdoors August 28, 2014August 8, 201512 comments

While many visitors to Skagway choose to board the White Pass & Scenic Rail, we decided to rent a car, take a similar route, and drive the Klondike Highway! AVIS Car Rental is located a 15-minute walk from the cruise dock at the intersection of Spring and 3rd in downtown Skagway. It was much cheaper for …

Explore Iceland On Your Own

by Toccara & SamIceland March 29, 2014April 21, 201816 comments

We cannot begin to tell you how incredible it was to explore Iceland on our own! We rented a Nissan Pathfinder from Geysir Car Rental and couldn’t have been happier with our decision and with the service Geysir provided. Geysir Car Rental was originally founded in 1973, so it is the oldest and largest car …

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RV Road Trip- Part III (Monument Valley & the Grand Canyon)

by Toccara & SamArizona, Explore The Outdoors, Utah October 6, 2013August 8, 20158 comments

In October of 2011, Sam and I set off on an 8-day RV road trip adventure through the National Parks of Utah and Arizona, also known as the Grand Circle. (We purchased the America the Beautiful Pass for $80 which would give us access to ALL of National Parks.) This is Part III of III …

RV Road Trip- Part II (Grand Staircase-Escalante, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands & Arches)

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Utah October 5, 2013August 8, 20152 comments

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