That Cool Travel Couple

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  • Hello, Houston!

    Welcome to the deep Texan south. Houston is a large and diverse city with an amazing arts and food scene. Read on to learn how to spend an amazing weekend in Houston! Practicalities Houston is known for being hot and HUMID, especially during summer months, so plan your wardrobe accordingly. It’s still reasonably warm in…

  • The 7 Top Experiences to Book on Viator Right Now

    We love free-style travel and don’t really use organized tours since we like having lots of flexibility. But we DO love booking individual day tours on Viator because they make it really easy to search for and schedule awesome experiences. Also, there is a free 24 hour cancellation on most experiences in case your plans…

  • How to keep your cool while traveling in a heat wave

    With unprecedented temperatures this summer, it’s easy to get heated. Read on to find out how you can avoid letting this interfere with your travel plans. Step 1: Take deep breaths. Take many deep breaths. When the temperature goes up, many of us get a little on edge. Tempers are quick to start, and conversations…

  • Destination: Costa Rica

    Adventure, but make it close. Costa Rica literally has everything you could want to make it the ultimate adventure destination. Cloud forests, waterfalls and beaches aplenty and that’s not even including the plethora of sloths, monkeys, turtles and other critters. Practicalities for Costa Rica Currency: Costa Rican colón Recommended length of stay: 1-2 weeks Month…

  • Hidden Gem: San Luis Obispo

    We visited this town in California without many expectations, but were truly blown away by what we found. An added perk is that the road trip up from Southern California is absolutely stunning! Where to Stay If you want to stay at a hotel, definitely check out the Madonna Inn. It’s set against a beautiful…

  • Sun, Sand and Surf in San Diego

    San Diego is a quick two hour scenic drive down from Los Angeles, but feels like a world away! Here are our favorite things to do in this surf city. Read on to learn how to plan an awesome weekend trip to San Diego! The Drive Know that traffic can be quite variable on the…

  • The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List

    Road trips are a fun way to explore the United States. We hit the road often – basically every weekend we have free when we’re not flying off somewhere! We have a checklist to make sure our trip is as comfortable as possible. It’s time to share that list with you. The Paperwork Car registration…

  • A Sunny Summer Weekend in Santa Barbara

    Santa Barbara is a city we keep coming back to, and is renowned for good food, beach vibes and relaxation. It’s only an hour and a half drive away from LA but feels like you’re in a completely different world. There are a couple of ways to stay around Santa Barbara. We’ve stayed in luxurious…

  • Day Trip to Ojai

    Ojai is one of the hidden gems of southern California. It’s only an hour and a half drive from Los Angeles, and is a 25 minute drive to one of our favorite beaches! There’s tons to do, and it’s a place we keep coming back to again and again.  As you’re driving into Ojai, be…

  • The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Camping

    Interested in getting outdoors, but nervous because you’ve never done it before? Yas grew up camping, but Dev didn’t, and now its something we both love doing together! Read on to find out essential information in our beginners guide to camping.  List of Basic Supplies Tent Sleeping bags Pillows Sleeping Mat Camp chairs Cooler Food…