The Bandon House
BANDON, OR :: Here’s the last set of photos from our road trip, highlighting some of the great times we had while sharing four days with family at The Bandon...
BANDON, OR :: Here’s the last set of photos from our road trip, highlighting some of the great times we had while sharing four days with family at The Bandon...
BANDON, OR :: Bandon’s beach is flanked by tall cliffs and picturesque rock spires. We explored caverns that flirted dangerously with the rising tide. The wind was whipping...
OREGON DUNES, OR :: Our last stop on our road trip was in Bandon, Oregon – an area famous for fantastic beaches, challenging golf courses, and the sand dunes that...
TOUR-THRU TREE, KLAMATH, CA :: We found a tree that we could just barely squeeze through! ✖ Tour Thru Tree: A Pacific Northwest Travel Adventure Lumberjack and Moose Statue at...
FERN CANYON TRAIL REDWOOD NATIONAL PARK, ORICK, CA :: Today we explored a lush, magical canyon with walls layered in vibrant green ferns. The kids had fun crisscrossing the...
PALACE OF FINE ARTS, CA :: Today we left San Francisco and drove up to Humboldt County, the midway point to our next destination, Bandon. We stopped by The Palace...
QUAIL LODGE AND GOLF CLUB, CA :: All Defender owners receive a complimentary off-road driving course at one of the Land Rover Experience centers around the globe. Today we...
SAN FRANCISCO, CA :: Our summer vacation road trip kicks off in San Francisco, Monterey, and Big Sur! I drove down from Bothell in about 12 hours, and the rest...
SAN JUAN ISLANDS SCULPTURE PARK, ROCHE HARBOR, WA :: The San Juan Islands Sculpture Garden has significantly expanded its collection since Kristie and I last visited over ten...
LIME KILN POINT STATE PARK, SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: We hiked around the lighthouse and explored its namesake lime kiln. We enjoyed the nice weather and ocean views, and...
SAMMAMISH RIVER TRAIL, BOTHELL, WA :: A beautiful evening for a 10 mile bike ride from the new bridge in Bothell Landing to the former Redhook in Woodinville. ✖ Biking...
SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: Our cozy vacation rental on San Juan Island didn't have a pool this time, but it did feature a semi-private beach we could walk to,...
AMERICAN CAMP, SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: Wide-open prairie, weathered shoreline, and long views across the water made the trails around American Camp feel wonderfully remote. ✖...
SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: A San Juan sunset, a driftwood fire, and s’mores on the beach made an excellent way to let the day linger a little longer. ✖...
SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: Lauren's favorite animal is the fox, and we recently heard there is a population of them on San Juan Island. So off we went! Sure...
HURRICANE RIDGE, OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK, WA :: Winter fun on Hurricane Ridge, where the snow is plenty, but the people are limited to just 150 cars – perfect for enjoying...
BORREGO SPRINGS, CA :: If you ever happen to be in Borrego Springs, chances are you'll encounter one or more of the 130+ metal sculptures placed within the town and...
PALM DESERT, CA :: Today we explored the appropriately named Ladder Canyon Trail, where we encountered several thoughtfully placed ladders to help us navigate the challenging...
OOH AAH POINT, GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, AZ :: The twins were excited to check off their ninth National Park experience with The Grand Canyon. And it wouldn't be sufficient...
CATHEDRAL ROCK, SEDONA, AZ :: Finally found time to process the photos from our winter vacation! The day after Christmas, we flew into Phoenix, drove up to Sedona, and enjoyed...
PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Heading back home via our new favorite airport! ✖ Enjoying a Sunny Day in the Desert Relaxing on Rocks in Sunny Park...
INDIO, CA :: Ringing in the New Year, SoCal and Animal Style! 😎🍔Wishing everyone health and happiness in 2021! ✖ In-N-Out Double Cheeseburger Fun Times In A Tiki Pool...
JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, JOSHUA TREE CA, JOSHUA TREE, CA :: U2’s fifth studio album and our destination today! ✖ Family at Joshua Tree National Park Hikers Climbing...
SUNCADIA, CLE ELUM, WA :: We safely gathered (Covid) with family this weekend to celebrate the holidays and the surprise engagement of my sister! ✖ Gourmet Spread in a Cozy...
WRECK OF THE PETER IREDALE, FORT STEVENS STATE PARK, OR :: The Peter Iredale looked especially dramatic in the evening light, its rusted ribs rising from the surf like the...