
This was our first big road trip since moving to Colorado, and it exceeded every expectation. From camping under Monument Valley’s iconic buttes (my first time camping ever!) to watching our dog Tira soak in the views at Bryce Canyon to celebrating my birthday at the surreal salt flats, this trip had everything: dramatic red…

3 Days Hocking Hills, Ohio ~5.5 hrs from Chicago 1 PTO Day Needed Best in Spring & Fall Pet Friendly: Yes Hocking Hills Weekend Trip Quick Facts Starting Point Chicago, Illinois Drive to Hocking Hills ~5.5 hours via I-90 E to US-33 Trip Length 3 days / 2 nights (1 PTO day needed) Where We…

3 Days Colorado Springs, CO 6,035 ft Elevation ~1 hr from Denver Best in Summer Pet Friendly: Yes — Tira Approved Pet Friendly Colorado Springs Quick Facts: Things to Do with Your Dog Location Colorado Springs, Colorado Drive from Denver ~1 hour south via I-25 Best Time to Visit Late spring through early fall (May…