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Hiking Gear for Beginners (with a checklist)
As former hiker newbies, we intimately know the challenge of finding great hiking gear. Just in the past year (2025), we hiked hundreds of miles on the trails, putting our hiking gear for beginners to the test and refining what works and what doesn’t. We’ve hiked across the United States and internationally, over a wide…
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51 Thoughtful Van Life Gifts for any Budget
Shopping for a thoughtful gift for that special van lifer can be challenging, especially if you don’t live the van life yourself. After living and traveling full-time in our van for the past year, we’ve compiled 51 van life gifts with budgets ranging from $5-$1,000+. We’ve organized this list of van life gifts by category,…
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How to Visit Kenai Fjords National Park in 1, 2, or 3 Days
Whether you have an entire weekend or just one day, we’ve broken down the top ways to experience Kenai Fjords National Park, based on trip length. In this article, you’ll find three flexible itineraries that include all of the park’s must-see spots, while still penciling in breaks for lunch, dinner, and downtime. Stick to the…
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How to Choose the Best Kenai Fjords Boat Tour
Unsure which boat tour to go on in Kenai Fjords National Park? With a handful of companies offering a laundry list of tours, it can become overwhelming trying to choose which company, let alone which cruise, to go on. Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up the top wildlife boat tours of Kenai Fjords National Park.…
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The BEST Carry On Luggage for International Travel (from full-time travelers)
We’ve travelled to 22 countries, have lived on a boat, and currently live in a van – all in the past six years non-stop. For all of those international countries (and many domestic trips), we’ve traveled carry-on only. In this article, we’ll cover what we consider negotiable in carry-on luggage, the best options available, and…
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Guide to Campgrounds and RV Parks in Seward, Alaska
Seward, Alaska is a camper’s paradise, offering everything from affordable $25 waterfront sites to established campgrounds with showers, laundry, and ping pong. And as Seward is right next to Kenai Fjords National Park, any one of them makes an excellent basecamp for exploring the glaciers and marine life of the area. To make choosing where…
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9 Best Things to Do in Kenai Fjords National Park
Planning an upcoming trip to Kenai Fjords National Park? Known for its dramatic glaciers, rugged mountains, and abundance of Alaskan wildlife, Kenai Fjords isn’t your average national park. To make trip planning easy on you, we’ve rounded up the 9 best things to do in Kenai Fjords! Stay tuned to the end for even more…
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Our 5 Favorite Spots to Eat in Seward, Alaska
If you’re starting to research where to eat in Seward, Alaska, we’ve got 5 tasty restaurants that are sure to fit the bill! Whether you’re looking to bang out a work session at a coffee shop, or need a filling meal after a long hike, we’ve got the spot for you. And although many businesses…
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9 Absolute Best Hikes in Seward, Alaska
If you’re planning a trip to Seward, Alaska, there’s no better way to take in its natural beauty than on a trail. Whether you’re looking for an easy stroll along Resurrection Bay or are up to an all-day trek in Kenai Fjords National Park, we’ve compiled the 9 best hikes in Seward, Alaska. Stay tuned…
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21 Best Things to Do in Seward, Alaska
Planning a trip to Seward, Alaska? You’re in the right place! We’ve compiled an ultimate guide to the top 21 things to do in Seward, Alaska. From wildlife cruises through Kenai Fjords National Park to coffees and pastries in an old church, getting bored here is simply not an option. Stay tuned to the end…
