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Van Life Adventures: Exploring San Diego

August 19, 2020 By Amanda Leave a Comment

exploring San DiegoI chase weather. I go where it’s cold, raining, snowing…anything but sun. Living in the desert for 22 years has taken it’s toll on me and I’m over it. Therefore, I like to travel where the weather is not going to fry my soul if I walk outdoors.

But anyways, that’s what brought Wynston and I to San Diego for a van life trip – weather in the 70s. The San Diego area is about a 5.5 hour drive from our house, which is super close for us! When you’re used to driving 12+ hours to visit a beautiful spot, only having to travel less than 6 is awfully appealing.

I decided to book a stay at the San Diego Metro KOA. If you aren’t familiar with KOAs (I definitely wasn’t), they are family-oriented campgrounds with lots of activities and amenities.

I’m attracted to KOAs because they give you the ability to camp with the amenities of a hotel such as showers, bathrooms, electric hookups, activities for the family and often a pool and cafe. At most KOA campgrounds, you can camp in a cabin, tent or RV. Some even have tiny homes and yurts. Whatever your style is, the KOA probably offers it.

I hadn’t been to San Diego since I was a teenager, so I was especially excited to visit. I wasn’t really sure what to expect of a campground in the middle of an ocean “city,” but I gave it a whirl, and it was worth it.

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Filed Under: Dog Mom, Traveling, Van Life Tagged With: California, dog friendly, minivan camper, San Diego, traveling with dogs, van life

Reflecting On Our 2019 Word Of The Year – Adventure

December 28, 2019 By Amanda Leave a Comment

In December 2018 I decided that our 2019 word of the year would be “adventure.” In my heart and gut I just knew that 2019 would be adventurous…because I wanted it to be. And my, oh my, was it ever. Wynston and I traveled to 12 states, I grew as a confident woman, and I started dating a man who would forever change me. It was a year to remember, although it definitely wasn’t easy.

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Filed Under: Dog Mom, Traveling Tagged With: 2019 travel, travel, travel tips, traveling with dogs

Cold Weather Travel Essentials for Dog Moms

December 12, 2019 By Amanda 1 Comment

travel essentials for dog momsWynston and I have a boundless amount of travel experience. We mostly adventure in our car (although sometimes we do fly), and there are several items that I will not leave home without when we do.

Typically we travel to moderate or warm climates, where bringing specialty items isn’t necessary. However, you definitely need to consider packing differently if you’re heading to a cold part of the world. Here’s my personal list of cold weather travel essentials for dog moms.

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Filed Under: Dog Mom, Traveling Tagged With: cold weather, dog accessories, travel, traveling with dogs

Our History-Centric Visit to Joplin, Missouri

October 11, 2019 By Amanda 3 Comments

Joplin, MissouriI am a history nerd. Growing up my dad was always giving me “history lessons,” and it’s something I took with me into adulthood. In 2011 I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in history and culture from Arizona State University. Now, although I don’t use my degree, my love for history will never die. There are a few monumental historical events that I’ve preferred to focus my studies on, but recently I’ve become slightly obsessed with the Bonnie and Clyde story.

My fascination with their tale brought Wynston and I all the way to Joplin, MO to check out some artifacts of Bonnie Parker, and the trip was much more exciting than I anticipated.

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Filed Under: Dog Mom, Traveling Tagged With: Bonnie and Clyde, history, Joplin, Missouri, Route 66, traveling with dogs

How the Travelodge in Santa Rosa, NM Saved Me & My Dog

August 31, 2019 By Amanda 2 Comments

Travelodge Santa RosaAt a time where news is always negative and social media is running rampant with depressing stories, here’s one of human kindness and compassion. This is a story of how the employees at a small town Travelodge took immediate action to ensure my dog’s safety when I was rushed to the hospital.

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Filed Under: Traveling Tagged With: emergency, Guadalupe County Hospital, Santa Rosa, solo travel, traveling with dogs, Travelodge

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My name is Amanda and I'm the mom to the most amazing rescue dog and PetSmart model, Wynston. We live and travel out of our van part time. Let's work together! Email me at amanda@dogmomdays.com

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