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USA Road Trips

Whether it’s the first time you’re heading out on the open road for an extended period of time, or you’ve planned a few adventures before, road trips are one of the best ways to see the USA! Oftentimes the road less traveled has more interesting things to see or quirky spots. Plus, with so many national parks, gorgeous vistas, and culturally unique places—what better way to explore the USA than hitting the open road?

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There is so much to see and do in the USA. I don't know where to start. Do you have any tips?

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South Dakota Road Trip Itinerary

The Ultimate 3-Day South Dakota Road Trip Itinerary

From charming small towns to places to glamp or go rustic in a log cabin to some of the most gorgeous hikes—here’s the ultimate 3-day South Dakota road trip itinerary!

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The Ultimate One-Week “Mighty 5” Utah Road Trip

This 7-day journey to the “Mighty 5” is perfect for hikers, photographers, and adventure lovers. Ready to see the best of Utah’s national parks? Here’s the ultimate one-week “Mighty 5” Utah road trip.

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Considering a road trip, staycation, or something in between? Here’s all you need to know about renting an RV through RVshare!

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The Ultimate One-Week Pacific Northwest Road Trip Itinerary

Starting in San Francisco and driving to Portland and Seattle then onto Glacier National Park—here’s the ultimate one-week Pacific Northwest road trip itinerary!

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10-Day New Mexico Road Trip Itinerary

From ancient natural wonders of New Mexico to Native American and Southwestern culture, to UFOs and alien lore, here is a 10-day road trip itinerary to the Land of Enchanment.

Southwest USA Road Trip

The Ultimate Southwest USA Road Trip Itinerary

From Sedona, Arizona to the Grand Canyon onto New Mexcio, Moab, and Salt Lake City—here is the ultimate two-week Southwest USA road trip itinerary!

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The Ultimate Two-Week California National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Ready to get off the beaten path for an unforgettable 2-week California national park road trip from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

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The Ultimate Weekend in Alaska Road Trip Itinerary

Want to explore some of the highlights of Alaska but don’t have a ton of time? Here’s the ultimate weekend in Alaska road trip itinerary!

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The Ultimate Oregon Adventure Road Trip Itinerary

Road tripping through Oregon? From Portland to Bend, here’s the ultimate itinerary for all the gorgeous green hikes and waterfalls.

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Memories from a weekend at @knickerbocker_mansion

Memories from a weekend at @knickerbocker_mansion 🐻❄️
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One of the true highlights of Southern California is how close you are to everything. You can literally surf and snowboard in the same day!

An easy morning drive from LA or San Diego, Big Bear is the perfect weekend escape any time of year!

We stayed at Knickerbocker Mansion—a rustic mountain lodge that was made for everything from weddings to family retreats to girlfriend getaways.

I haven’t gotten together with my friends and their families in over a year, so we finally planned a trip there and it was a total blast!

You exclusively rent the entire 2.5 acre property, complete with multiple lodgings that can sleep up to 33 people! There’s a game room, playroom for kids, massive dining room and tons of outdoor space for sledding, hanging out around the fire pit or playing on the playground. There’s even access to a hiking trail directly from the property! And while you never need to leave the property, it’s a 5 minute walk to town.

I shared a roundup of our weekend and all the finer details about this one-of-a-kind property on my blog! Check out my stories or search “Knickerbocker” on my blog!
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It’s International Women’s Day! 🌎 •••

It’s International Women’s Day! 🌎
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As a female-owned small business, with an all-female team, creating resources and experiences for female travelers, today is such an important day to reflect on the power of female community.

While literally everything “The Blonde Abroad” is focused on empowering women, starting an all-female tour company has been one of my most rewarding ventures.

In just two years of operating @TBAescapes, we hosted over 200 women hailing from 16 different countries. We had big plans to expand into all new destinations to share even more of the world with women when COVID hit.

After 8 years of running my blog, launching TBA Escapes tours really felt like stepping into my purpose.

There is something so magical about bringing women together for a shared experience. It’s so much deeper than the destination. It’s about conquering fears, trying something new, building human connection and creating lifelong friendships.

We’ve hosted first-time and seasoned travelers, sisters, cousins, mothers, and even mothers-to-be. Everyone is welcome.

We also strive to empower women in our host communities by hiring female guides and supporting local businesses.

It has truly been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life and is a constant reminder that we are better together.

Moving forward, we have some big plans for our tours. I cannot wait to announce the new experiences we have in store! (If you have any requests for tour destinations, pop them in the comments!)

Today and every day, I am exceptionally grateful for the immeasurable support of this community. May we continue to lift each other up, live through kindness, recognize our strength and, collectively, strive to create a more equal world!
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