That Cool Travel Couple

Tag: road trip

  • Weekending in Temecula Wine Country

    Temecula is located an hour and a half away from LA, and just over an hour away from San Diego. It’s inland, meaning it can get a little warm. Many of the places you’ll visit will have misters or lots of shade to help with that. It’s still best to try to time your visit…

  • Camping Close to Wine Country at Dripping Springs

    Dripping Springs campground is located between Temecula and Aguanga, right outside the Agua Tibia wilderness. This is a campground that would be best enjoyed in late fall or spring time as it gets very hot in this area of California.  This was one of the campgrounds we had pretty low expectations for for a few…

  • 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…

  • Droolworthy Recipes For Camping

    One of the best parts about camping trips is being able to use the outdoors as your kitchen! Here we have compiled some of our favorite recipes for camping share with you. 1. Sherpa Stew. We first had this delicacy on a freezing cold day at a hole in the wall restaurant on the Santa…

  • Destination: London

    London is a place close to our hearts, and Yas spent a lot of time visiting here while growing up! Here you’ll find the best things to do in London and our favorite parts of this vibrant city. We hope you love it as much as we do!  Practicalities Currency: Great Britain Pound Recommended length…

  • The Very Best Campgrounds Near Ojai

    We love visiting Ojai. It’s such a quick drive from LA and has everything from vineyards, to olive oil farms, to organic honey. The faces are friendly and the food is delicious. We especially love camping near Ojai which allows us to visit the city during the day and make the most of the outdoors…

  • Camping Essentials

    If you’re new to camping, or if you’re a seasoned pro looking to get a fresh take, this list is for you. We’ve compiled our favorite camping essentials to make things easier for your next camping trip! *Disclosure: This post contains several affiliate links, which means we receive a small commission (no cost to you)…

  • The Ultimate Carry On Backpacks for Light Travel

    We only ever travel with our backpacks, hence “luxury backpackers”. There are a few key tips to traveling light, and one of the most important things is finding the best carry on backpack for you! First, you should know that the highest volume backpack you can technically take on board is a 45 L backpack.…

  • Hawaiian Islands: Maui

    Maui was the first island of Hawaii we visited, and really set the bar high for tropical relaxation. Although it was a little rainy during our visit at the end of November, it definitely made a great break from the mainland. It’s a great place to enjoy the outdoors, and even has a National Park! …