Amy
Outdoor travel with Sierra Designs Meteor Lite tent
While we can all hope travel is slowly getting back to normal, in the meantime, this spring and summer promises to be another outdoor-centric travel season. I love air travel and international adventure, but I plan to take advantage of camping, road tripping, and #vanlife this year, just as I did last year. We needed…
Read More >>Outdoor adventure-ready accessories from EcoVessel
For many of us, 2021 is going to be all about the outdoors: camping, hiking, and outdoor dining. EcoVessel comes alongside very nicely, with a wide variety of beverage and food storage containers that perform well without extra weight, bulk, or waste. The Transit: This mug comes with a beautiful thing: a lid! It has…
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Sierra Designs Down Moc slippers = work at home bliss
I’ve been working from home for the last decade, but as a travel and gear writer, I’ve always broken up the at-home monotony with plenty of work trips. Now, I see the same four walls all. the. time. Small comforts make all the difference, and when I find a product that excels during the work-from-home…
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Lowa Casara GTX boots for casual travel
I love Lowa boots and shoes so much, I now have half a dozen pairs in my closet. They are, to date, the ONLY shoes that do not give me blisters when I hike long distances, in part, I think, because of their generally wide toe box and their snug heel support. This week, I’m…
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Columbia Sportwear men’s Powder Stash pant
It’s ski and snowboard season! Outfit yourself in Columbia Sportswear’s Powder Stash pant. I always appreciate Columbia’s dedication to quality outdoor wear that won’t break the bank, and the Powder Stash pant features most of the bells and whistles you’ll find on more expensive brands, without the sticker shock. Case in point: you get plenty…
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GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker chair for camping comfort
Without a doubt, this is the year of outdoor-focused travel. Whether you’re car camping, #vanlife-ing it, road tripping, or just enjoying day trips to outdoor areas near your home, the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker chair is the perfect accessory. Packable yet substantial, this folding camp chair will have you relaxing in luxury, especially if you’re…
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Big Agnes Deep Creek tarp for winter camping comfort
Tis the season of winter car camping and van camping. If you’re living the #vanlife or RV life, you know how important it can be to extend your outdoor space. A large, high-quality tarp is an item that can be invaluable in the colder winter months, allowing for year-round camping, and can extend your summer…
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Snowfeet mini skis for at-home snow fun
Staying home this winter instead of visiting a major ski resort? Finding yourself on the local sledding hill more often than on the gondola? Me too. We’re having tons of fun with an innovative new product, though, called Snowfeet. Part skate, part ski, Snowfeet attach to your standard snow boots and can be used on…
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Tom’s Paxton slip-on shoe for comfy winter travel
Need to get on a plane this winter? Socially distancing outdoors or cozying up with your pod in a vacation rental or AirBnb? Tom’s Paxton slip-on is the shoe you need for your travel day…and your days by the fireplace. More substantial than Tom’s signature slip-ons, the Paxton is structured like an ankle boot but…
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Bose Sleepbuds II for every day and away
I’m a very light sleeper. Anything will wake me, from music at the adjacent campsite to a TV in the hotel room next to me, to my partner’s snoring. I also have a hard time relaxing into sleep at night, even in quiet conditions. I’ve been using Bose Sleepbuds for over a year now, and…
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