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Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey with your four-legged best friend? Forget the kennel or pet-sitter and consider bringing your dog with you on vacation. Traveling with pets can be very rewarding and it is much easier than it used to be with more businesses being pet friendly. We have travelled with our dog, Frankie, on a number of trips to the mountains and a 3 week road trip in Canada, to Jasper, Whistler, Pender Island and Vancouver Island. Here are some tips for travelling with your dog. Hiking in Banff Where to Travel with Your Dog The biggest consideration for a dog-friendly trip is where to go. Vacations with primarily outdoor activities are best suited to bringing a pet, such as: RV or camping Beach vacation Relaxing at the lake Adventure in the mountains National parks Visiting family or friends (who like dogs) Avoid bringing a pet on trips where the primary activities are sites, like museums and theme parks, and restaurants. Your dog will be spending a lot o...

Planning a vacation can be exciting and overwhelming, especially when you’re aiming for the sweet spot between budget and luxury travel. I have many amazing memories from trips I’ve taken, and a few regrets because I chose not to spend money on something or an experience. What’s Important to You To be comfortable with your decision to splurge or save when planning a vacation, you need to spend some time figuring out what is important to you. Sometimes this revelation comes from experience. Figuring out what’s important to you is evaluating your values. I know this may sound a little hokey but trust me, decision making is so much easier once you understand what is important to you. First consider all the experiences you have when travelling. Transportation Accommodation Food Relaxation experiences Sites Tours Local authentic experiences Adventurous experiences Animal encounters Nature experiences Souvenirs Shopping Now rank them from most important to least important or pick the top thr...

The United States is an incredible place to travel, offering diverse landscapes and experiences. From big cities to natural wonders and beaches, the U.S. has something for every traveler. Here are some of the best places I have enjoyed visiting in the United States.   Los Angeles The Last Bookstore in Los Angeles LA is the city I have visited the most and I never run out of things to see and do. The City of Angels has it all, beaches, shopping, culture, sports, adventure, and theme parks. Things to do in LA Some of my favourite things to do: Griffith Observatory The Getty Hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains Beaches: Santa Monica, Huntington, and my favourite, Dockweiler Rent a bike at Santa Monica beach and ride along the beach pathway The Last Bookstore Disneyland Universal Studios Things to Watch Out For in LA Things to consider: Biggest challenge of Los Angeles is how spread out everything is and the lack of public transportation. You either need to rent a car or book tours. Th...