Zion National Park was one of our favorite stops along the Grand Staircase. We explore the various canyon hikes within the park boundaries including Observation Point and The famous Zion Narrows. Check out our favorite pictures from our three-days in Zion, as well as our recommendations for exploring the park when your tight on time!
Read MoreWhile Bryce Canyon is a relatively small national park, it is certainly one of the most spectacular! In no other national park can you find thousands of hoodoos around every corner. The expansive views and unbelievable geography make this one park that you can't miss - especially if road tripping the Grand Staircase!
Read MoreOur Grand Staircase road trip began at the Grand Canyon, the bottom step of this geological wonder. We hiked the easy but breath-taking South Rim Trail at sunset, and the challenging South Kaibab Trail at sunrise; capturing some amazing photos of the canyon along the way. Read more about our exploration itinerary and check out our favorite photos from the trip!
Read MorePart III of our Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip series details our recommendations for places to stop and stay along the PCH in California. Read more about our favorite stops along the famous California coast including The Lost Coast, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz!
Read MorePart II of our Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip series details our recommendations for places to stop and stay along the PCH in Oregon. This includes famous stops like the Oregon Dunes, The Peter Iredale Shipwreck, Heceta Head Lighthouse, and more!
Read MoreThis is 'Part I' in our Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip series. Read more for our recommendations on places to explore and the best spots to camp along the Pacific Coast Highway in Washington State.
Read MoreSpontaneous trips are the best kind of trips! With only 12 hours to enjoy the incredible Crater Lake National Park, we spent time hiking, swimming, camping, and waking up with the sunrise to make the most out of our short time in this remote Oregon oasis.
Read MoreAnyone that knows Derrick and I personally could tell you that wine is not our drink of choice. After a day in Napa Valley, we found a route through Wine Capital, USA that even the biggest of beer fans would enjoy. Cheers!
Read MoreThe Muir Woods National Monument is a must-see if you're in the San Francisco Bay Area. Of course, this means heavy foot-traffic and lots of people! With our three tips for avoiding crowds, you can enjoy the giant redwoods and extensive trail networks with fewer people around.
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We're Megan and Derrick Kotlus, aka "The Kotli" (cot-lie). We're adventurous newlyweds who believe that creating a travel lifestyle is attainable for anyone with the desire to roam. Follow along as we share our experiences, adventures, (and misadventures) from the road and provide tips on how to design your own travel lifestyle.
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