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Cross-Country Road Trip from Tampa to Las Vegas with Fun Stops Along the Way
Nov 9, 2025
Cross-Country Road Trip from Tampa to Las Vegas with Fun Stops Along the Way
Nov 9, 2025

Discover a 7-day cross-country road trip from Tampa to Las Vegas with must-see stops in Pensacola, Dallas, Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Monument Valley.

Nov 9, 2025
4-Day Solo Cross-Country Road Trip Planner from Florida to California
Apr 10, 2023
4-Day Solo Cross-Country Road Trip Planner from Florida to California
Apr 10, 2023

I have taken multiple solo cross-country road trips from Florida to California and I usually break up the journey into 5 days. This time, I wanted to challenge myself and make the journey in 4 days. 

Apr 10, 2023
Stylish Bandolier Accessories For Your Next Road Trip
Jan 23, 2023
Stylish Bandolier Accessories For Your Next Road Trip
Jan 23, 2023

A roundup of our favorite road trip accessories from Bandolier. Bandolier has the best solutions for minimizing a hands-free lifestyle, which is exactly what we need when we are on the road.

Jan 23, 2023
8-Day Solo Cross-Country Road Trip With My Dog from California to Florida in January
May 30, 2022
8-Day Solo Cross-Country Road Trip With My Dog from California to Florida in January
May 30, 2022

I did an 8-day cross-country road trip with my corgi, Kuma, from California to Florida in January and had an absolute blast exploring more of America including Las Cruces, Roswell, and New Orleans.

May 30, 2022
A Dog-Friendly Road Trip Stop at Calico Ghost Town
May 2, 2022
A Dog-Friendly Road Trip Stop at Calico Ghost Town
May 2, 2022

Calico Ghost Town is located in San Bernardino County, California, which is about a 2-3 hour drive from Los Angeles. It’s super dog-friendly and a great place to stop by on a road trip.

May 2, 2022
Following Billy the Kid's Trail Through Las Cruces and Lincoln County, New Mexico
Apr 11, 2022
Following Billy the Kid's Trail Through Las Cruces and Lincoln County, New Mexico
Apr 11, 2022

Follow Billy the Kid's trail in New Mexico and learn the folklore hero's past while visiting Old Mesilla in Las Cruces and Lincoln County where the famous five-day battle occurred.

Apr 11, 2022
9-Day Cross-Country Road Trip from Florida to California in November
Apr 4, 2022
9-Day Cross-Country Road Trip from Florida to California in November
Apr 4, 2022

We did a 9-day cross-country road trip with Kuma from Florida to California in late November and had an absolute blast exploring more of America including Austin, White Sands National Park, Flagstaff, and more.

Apr 4, 2022
12 Tips on Traveling Solo with Your Dog on a Cross-Country Road Trip
Mar 28, 2022
12 Tips on Traveling Solo with Your Dog on a Cross-Country Road Trip
Mar 28, 2022

I have gone on many solo cross-country road trips with my dog, Kuma, and I absolutely love traveling on the road with her. Here are some tips on driving cross-country alone with a dog.


Mar 28, 2022
Cute and Comfy Outfits To Wear for Your Road Trip in Fall
Mar 7, 2022
Cute and Comfy Outfits To Wear for Your Road Trip in Fall
Mar 7, 2022

We always look forward to road trips together and here are our Fall outfit ideas for your next road trip adventure.

Mar 7, 2022
The Best Road Trip Vlog Setup Using GoPro HERO 10 and RODE Wireless GO II Mics
Feb 28, 2022
The Best Road Trip Vlog Setup Using GoPro HERO 10 and RODE Wireless GO II Mics
Feb 28, 2022

There are many ways to set up cameras in the car when you're vlogging on the road and this is the best camera setup I found that works for me using 4 GoPros, including the GoPro HERO10, and the RODE Wireless GO II Mics. I also show you how to control the GoPros using the GoPro App.

Feb 28, 2022
Big Sur Road Trip from Los Angeles to Carmel
Jul 12, 2021
Big Sur Road Trip from Los Angeles to Carmel
Jul 12, 2021

We went on a dog-friendly road trip and made it a point to drive through Big Sur as we made our way to Carmel-by-the-Sea from Los Angeles. These are the places we stopped at as we drove on the Pacific Coast Highway.

Jul 12, 2021
Best Road Trip Travel Luggage and Organizers for 2021 and Beyond
Feb 19, 2021
Best Road Trip Travel Luggage and Organizers for 2021 and Beyond
Feb 19, 2021

We have been traveling on the road a lot this summer and have accumulated some great travel luggage and organizers for our road trips. There are a lot more travelers road tripping this year, so we thought it was time to share some of the best travel gear for 2021 and beyond.

Feb 19, 2021
How To Have the Best Car Vlog Setup on Road Trips Using GoPros
Jan 18, 2021
How To Have the Best Car Vlog Setup on Road Trips Using GoPros
Jan 18, 2021

There are many ways to set up cameras in the car when you're vlogging and this is the best camera setup I found that works for me using 2-3 GoPros and a Zoom Mic with a couple of windshield mounts, a dashboard mount, and an optional clip mount. I also show you how to control the GoPros using the GoPro App.

Jan 18, 2021
Our Favorite Road Trip Food: Japanese Rice Balls and Chicken Nuggets
Jan 4, 2021
Our Favorite Road Trip Food: Japanese Rice Balls and Chicken Nuggets
Jan 4, 2021

We’ve been hitting the road a lot this year and the two things we always pack on the first day of our road trip are onigiri (rice balls) and kara-age (Japanese fried chicken nuggets). They are flavorful finger foods that make it easy to eat while on the road. Get the full recipe!

Jan 4, 2021
Drive This Scenic Route from California to Florida with Some Unique Stops
Dec 28, 2020
Drive This Scenic Route from California to Florida with Some Unique Stops
Dec 28, 2020

We did a 12-day road trip with Kuma from California to Florida in early September and had an absolute blast exploring more of America.

Dec 28, 2020
The Ultimate Road Trip Checklist for Your Dog
Oct 22, 2020
The Ultimate Road Trip Checklist for Your Dog
Oct 22, 2020

This is a complete list of things to prepare and bring for your dog’s road trip. If this is your first time traveling with your pup and want a little help, download our free printable, "The Ultimate Road Trip Checklist for Your Dog".

Oct 22, 2020
The Ultimate Packing Checklist for Your Road Trip (Plus Free Guide!)
Oct 5, 2020
The Ultimate Packing Checklist for Your Road Trip (Plus Free Guide!)
Oct 5, 2020

We have taken many road trips this year including two cross-country road trips from Florida to California and back, so we have become experts when it comes to preparing and packing for road trips. Before going on road trips, you need to prepare properly (especially for long road trips) and it’s best to pack efficiently so it’s easy to find things as you are moving along day to day.

Oct 5, 2020
Stylish & Comfortable Summer Outfits For Your Road Trip with Anatomie
Aug 17, 2020
Stylish & Comfortable Summer Outfits For Your Road Trip with Anatomie
Aug 17, 2020

Recently, we’ve been escaping on the weekends visiting various areas throughout Southern California and our go-to road trip clothing has been Anatomie. Anatomie uses luxe French and Italian fabrics to make their clothes wrinkle-free, quick-dry, durable, and exceptionally easy to care for, which is why they make for the perfect road trip attire.

Aug 17, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to a Solo Cross-Country Road Trip With Your Dog (from Florida to California)
Aug 10, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to a Solo Cross-Country Road Trip With Your Dog (from Florida to California)
Aug 10, 2020

In early June, I decided to go on a solo cross-country road trip from Florida to California with my dog, Kuma. Driving from Tampa to Los Angeles is a total of 2,533 miles and would take 37 hours to drive. Since I was traveling solo on a long road trip with a dog, I had to do some careful and detailed planning with this road trip itinerary.

Aug 10, 2020
A Fun Weekend Road Trip to Utah and Arizona from Las Vegas
Apr 2, 2018
A Fun Weekend Road Trip to Utah and Arizona from Las Vegas
Apr 2, 2018

You must do this fun weekend road trip with your friends! We flew into Las Vegas, then drove to Zion National Park, Lower Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and some other fun scenic spots.

Apr 2, 2018

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