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O Canada: Epic Adventures in Vancouver Island

May 3, 2024
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International Travel

Vancouver Island is one of the most geographically stunning places we've ever been to with Squash. And Tofino, the laidback surfing town on the west coast of the island, was the perfect getaway for us in the Spring of 2024. This is everything we ate, where we stayed and what mountains we climbed during our long week stay.

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By Luis Lara

Exploring Northern California’s Moody Mendocino Coast

January 12, 2024
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Coastal Adventures

A mere 3 hour drive from San Francisco, through the picturesque Anderson Valley (a much quieter Napa and Sonoma), the giant redwoods and the stunning California coast, sits the town of Mendocino. We spent 72 hours there and these are our dog-friendly recommendations.

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By Luis Lara

Amongst the Aspens – A Perfect Fall Week in Santa Fe, New Mexico

February 22, 2023
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Hiking Adventures, Urban Adventures

Santa Fe has a special place in our hearts. It was our home for 4 months during the pandemic and it was the first city we road-tripped to with Squash. This is a collection of our favorite things to do in Santa Fe, from hiking, to dining, to soaking under the stars at the Japanese Spa.

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By Luis Lara

Midwestern Summer – Dog Friendly Guide to Leelanau Peninsula

July 14, 2022
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Rural Adventures

Summers in Northern Michigan are easy, beautiful and peaceful. Leelanau Peninsula is a place we've visited for years and this is our list of the best dog friendly hikes, beaches and activities in the area.

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By Luis Lara

Sleepless in Seattle – Dog Friendly Guide to Seattle

April 13, 2022
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Urban Adventures

In the spring of 2022, we decided to drive from Berkeley to Seattle to visit friends and explore the city. Seattle, I quickly found out through some research, is a very dog friendly city and offers a great mix of dog friendly urban activities (i.e., a club for dogs), stunning hikes and a ton of off-leash dog parks. Read more about our week long Seattle adventures.

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By Luis Lara

Dog Friendly Beaches in California

February 23, 2022
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Beach Adventures

Northern California is the most dog friendly place we've ever lived in, and especially the beaches. Here is a list of our favorite Squash approved beaches in Northern California.

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By Luis Lara

A Winter Weekend in Yosemite

February 18, 2022
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Hiking Adventures

Yosemite is stunning and with enough planning and research, it is a place both you and your pup can enjoy. These are our recommendations for a weekend in Yosemite.

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By Luis Lara

Wine Down – A Week in Mexico’s Wine Country

October 15, 2021
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International Travel

Valle de Guadalupe is Mexico's wine valley and only an hour drive from San Diego and one of the most dog friendly places we've ever visited. This is our guide on where to stay, where to eat and what to do.

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Our Family

Luis, Nate & Squash

Squash is our loving Bernedoodle who completed our family when she came into our lives 5 years ago. Now we travel the US (and Mexico) with her trying to give her the best life possible. Follow along for the ride.

Latest Posts

O Canada: Epic Adventures in Vancouver Island
Exploring Northern California’s Moody Mendocino Coast
Amongst the Aspens – A Perfect Fall Week in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Midwestern Summer – Dog Friendly Guide to Leelanau Peninsula
Sleepless in Seattle – Dog Friendly Guide to Seattle