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Havasupai

Havasupai Falls Guide
Havasupai

Havasupai Falls Travel Guide (Permits, Hike, Packing & Tips)

If you’ve been scrolling through pictures of bright blue waterfalls tucked inside red canyon walls and thinking there’s no way that’s real, I’m here to tell you it is. But what those photos don’t show you is everything it takes to actually get there. The early mornings, the long miles,

Essential Posts

My Favorite Furry and Feathered Friends Posts

Today I look back at some of my favorite posts involving pets.  One of my favorite things when traveling is to fully envelope myself in nature and that includes some of our four legged (and winged) friends. Yay! 🐾 Life As a Dog Mom Where else would I possibly begin

beautiful view from the Havasupai Hike
Havasupai

Hiking Out Of Havasupai and The 4 Hour Drive To Sedona

As you can probably tell by now, we had a great adventure on our hands with the Havasupai Trip. If you’re just joining this series, make sure to go back and start from the beginning so you don’t miss any tips or tricks! This journey was both amazing and memorable,

blue-green waters of the Confluence
Havasupai

Exploring the Confluence: Grand Canyon’s Hidden Gem via Havasupai

Ahh, the Confluence. A short and sweet hike down into the Grand Canyon…not! Don’t let this hike fool you guys, it is difficult, hard to follow, and pretty exposed. It’s much different IRL than on a video or blog post, so please be sure to research, research, research before you

Canyon in Havasupai Falls Hike
Havasupai

Our Epic Hike Into Havasupai Falls: What to Know Before You Go

So you’re probably wondering why we keep coming back to Arizona. That’s because it is beautiful in so many ways and legit has endless activities to do and places to explore. For example, this week we’ve been hiking a lot, backpacking and rejuvenating at our fave hotel, but I want

Havasu Falls Hike couple
Havasupai

Havasu Falls Hike Preparation: Our Backpacking To-Do List

Hey friends! Soon, we will be soaring across the skies again on our way to sunny Arizona. This will be our fourth time in the last few years because we just love it so much! It’s one of my favorite states at this point in my life because of the