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Traveling has always been a passion for us culminating in us moving to the US in 2015. When our son was born in the US, we were determined it wouldn’t stop our passion for new adventures. We both believe that exposing our children to new experiences and travel in their early years will build an innate love for adventure and travel and love sharing our experiences. Remember the journey is the adventure!

A rainy day doesn’t mean you stay inside

A rainy day doesn’t mean you stay inside

Posted on April 9, 2019May 11, 2019 by davidcmattyIn places to stay, travel with kids2 Minutes Read

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This is what I love about the PNW. This is the place of fairytales, of mystery and magic. ⁠ .⁠ We have wanted to visit Oswald West state park for a while and it didn't disappoint. The hike meanders through old growth forest⁠, following the path of the rushing creek lined with thick moss covered rocks. It emerges onto a spectacular surf beach, flanked by huge cliff walls on either side. It really is the quintessential PNW experience. ⁠ .⁠ ⁠Whats your favorite hike that's a classic example of the area?⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #thejourneyistheadventure#outdooradventures#lifeofadventures#familyadventures#adventuretravel#travelwithkids#roadtrip#takemybreathaway#natgeoyourshot#familytraveltribe#tlpicks#letswander#familytravelblogger#picoftheday#wandergram#stayandwonder#travelgrams#livetotravel#seekmoments #visitoregon #exploreoregon #pnwlife #explorepnw⁠#pnwonderland⁠
Simplicity. Is that what we're all searching for? Simplicity in our lives, our work and our relationships. The perception is that if it's simpler then it will be easier. ⁠ I don't know if simplicity will bring happiness but I do know that leading a simpler life, brings more mindfulness, and intention. That being in nature, forces us to slow down, to be present and to appreciate the simpler things around us. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #thejourneyisthadventure#outdooradventures#lifeofadventures#familyadventures#travelwithkids#roadtrip#takemybreathawayt#familytraveltribe#tlpicks#letswander#familytravelblogger#makememories#picoftheday#oregonadventures#pnwadventures#oregoncoastline⁠ #travelusa#americathebeautiful#roadtripusa#simplify#intention#mindfulness#getoutsideandexplore #naturetherapy#discoveroregon#bestoforegon⁠ #epicview#beachvibe#natureistherapy⁠
The truth behind this picture perfect nature sensory play, is that I plopped E here in frustration after I couldn't get her to nap at the beach. Did she absolutely love it. Yes. Was this one of the worst parenting decisions when we had to try and get off the wet sandy clothes. Also yes. Would I do it again just to see that face of pure unadulterated joy. Hell yes!⁠ . ⁠ People have often said that we must find it easy getting out in nature and camping with the kids because we do it so often. The honest answer, is it's always a challenge but the fun and joy you have out in nature, as a family, is something we could never get at home.⁠ .⁠ If you want some tips on how to get out there camping with kids, check the linkin bio for our latest blog post⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #thejourneyistheadventure#outdooradventures#familyadventures#travelwithkids#familytraveltribe#tlpicks#letswander#familytravelblogger#makememories#pnwcoast#visitoregon#hikepnw#outdoorfamily #bbctravel#hikewithkids ##upperleftusa⁠ #oregonbeaches#pacificnorthwest#campingwithkids#natureplay#realparenting#keepinitreal #naturesplayground#beachplay#beachvibe #childrenandnature#getoutandcamp⁠#unsettledown #trekerooing#adventureswithchildren⁠
This is how life feels right now. Epic and overwhelming. I mean look at that view, how small and insignificant do you feel when you look at that?⁠ .⁠ ⁠.⁠ #thejourneyistheadventure #travelandleisure #utahunique #utahrocks #goparks #nationalparkgeek#epicviews#brycecanyonnps#wemakememories #adventureaddicts #roadtripfamily #usroadtrip #getoutsidemore #bringthekids #roadtripusa #travelkids #lovelifeoutside ⁠ #adventurephotographer#outdoorphoto⁠ #neverstoptraveling#travelmoments⁠ #huffposttravel#familytravels#adventureanywhere #keepinitreal #sustainabletravel ⁠ ⁠
If you're heading to Coupeville, take some time to stroll to the end to the pier There's a small but amazing interactive display on pollution in the ocean and how it affects marine animals and the environment. S really enjoyed it and had so many questions about why these things ended up in the ocean and how we could help plus little E loved looking and the whale bones and pictures⁠ ⁠.⁠ Do you find schooling moments on the road? Whats your favorite roadschooling moment?⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #usroadtrip#lifeoutsidethebox#lifeontheroad#explorebeyondtheusual#thejourneyistheadventue#familytravelblogger#treadlightly#roadtripwithkids #travelfamily#leavenotrace#sustainabletravel #lifeontheroad#adventureswithchildren#ustravel#roadschool#familyroadtrip#bringthekids#leaveonlyfootprints⁠l#saynotoplastic#plasticfree#reducereuserecycle#ecowarriors#thechildrenareourfuture#bethechangeyouwanttosee #plasticfreejuly #plasticfreeoceans #explorepnw #pnwlife #coupeville #washingtonexplored ⁠
When I stare at the ocean I see endless possibilities, untold adventures and mystery. I can't help but wonder what this scene will look like when my children are my age. Will the ocean still hold the promise of adventure, or will it really be the plastic ridden wasteland they predict?⁠ .⁠ It can seem overwhelming especially when convenience is just another word for wrapped in plastic. So start small, make 1 change. Don't underestimate your kids, you'll be amazed how much they love the challenge when you turn it into a game! ⁠ Drop a comment below and tell us what your 1 change is.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #thejourneyistheadventure#inspireme#sustainabletravel#saynotoplastic#goingzerowaste#plasticfree#zerowastehome#traveltribe#epicviews #reducereuserecycle#ecowarriors#earthlove#oneworld#thereisnoplanetb#thechildrenareourfuture#bethechangeyouwanttosee #plasticfreejuly #outdoorfamily #familytravel #travelwithkids #plasticfreeoceans #explorepnw #pnwonderland#visitusa#visitwashington#bestofpnw #pnwlife #coupeville #washingtonexplored #pnwonderland⁠

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