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3 Days in Bozeman, Montana: An Itinerary for Outdoors Lovers

April 15, 2017 By Ryan Victor 8 Comments

Bozeman, Montana, is a haven for outdoors activities, from skiing and snowshoeing to hiking and kayaking. If you love the outdoors - and want your adventures complemented by good restaurants, strong coffee, and local beer - use our 3-day itinerary when you travel to Bozeman.

Bozeman has long been one of our favorite towns, not least because of its restaurant scene and abundance of outdoor activities year round. If you have a free weekend, use this itinerary to discover the best it has to offer.

Filed Under: Montana, Nature and Outdoors, North America, U.S. Tagged With: itinerary

Ski Like a Local: 6 Lesser-Known Ski Areas in Montana

February 25, 2017 By Ryan Victor 7 Comments

Skiing and snowboarding can be pricey hobbies, especially at all-inclusive destination resorts like Big Sky or Park City. Fortunately, budget-friendly ski trips are completely doable, especially in Montana. Skip the exclusive resorts, and head to local ski areas instead. These six lesser-known ski resorts in Montana have great conditions, but they're also budget-friendly - and relatively uncrowded.

Skiing (and snowboarding) definitely isn’t a cheap hobby, but a ski trip doesn’t have to wipe out your savings. Skip the famed destination resorts, and head to one of Montana’s lesser-known ski areas instead. You’ll save a ton money but still get great ski conditions – plus a little more local charm.

Filed Under: Montana, Nature and Outdoors, North America, Off the Beaten Path, Skiing, U.S.

Hometown Tribute: A Travel Guide to Great Falls, Montana

February 14, 2017 By Ryan Victor 17 Comments

Our hometown of Great Falls, Montana, isn’t much of a tourism hub, but it attracts visitors for Western Art Week & the Charlie Russell Art Auction, the Montana State Fair, and occasional rodeos, as well as people on their way to visit Glacier National Park. We created a travel guide with tips for visiting Great Falls, including the top restaurants, coffee shops, things to do, and outdoor activities. If your will travels take you to Central Montana, use it to plan your trip!

It probably won’t surprise you that our hometown of Great Falls, Montana, doesn’t attract too many tourists. But with lots of new restaurants, tons of outdoors activities, and a handful of other things to do, the town has plenty to offer people who might be passing through.

Filed Under: Montana, North America, Off the Beaten Path, U.S.

Eat Global, Eat Local: International Cuisines in Missoula, Montana

February 4, 2017 By Ryan Victor 8 Comments

Montana may not be known for having diverse global cuisine, but a visit to the state’s hippie capital of Missoula says otherwise. With options like Indian, Brazilian, and Argentinian, try one of these restaurants for some of the tastiest and most interesting food around.

Filed Under: Foodie Travel, Montana, North America, U.S. Tagged With: restaurants

Riding Rohtang Pass: An Epic Motorcycle Adventure in India

December 30, 2016 By Ryan Victor 16 Comments

Ryan’s epic motorcycle ride in northern India is one of the highlights of his travels thus far. Here’s his recap of the trip, plus all the details you need to (safely) do it yourself.

Filed Under: Asia, India, Motorcycling, Nature and Outdoors, Off the Beaten Path

Ghosts of the Wild West: A Photo Essay from Montana

December 23, 2016 By Ryan Victor 17 Comments

Montana has a number of ghost towns, several of which are popular travel destinations. This photo essay tells the history of Elkhorn, one that’s further off the beaten path.

Why spend Black Friday shopping when you could spend it exploring an old ghost town in Montana? Ryan’s photo essay depicts what we found in Elkhorn and tells some of its history, from silver mining to town dances to a tragic diphtheria outbreak.

Filed Under: Montana, North America, Off the Beaten Path, U.S. Tagged With: abandoned places, ghost towns, photo essay

5 Great New England Bike Trails (That Are Flat!)

December 19, 2016 By Ryan Victor 1 Comment

If you’re planning to travel to New England and you love the outdoors, you won’t want to miss the region’s best rail trails. They’re perfect cycling, walking, and running paths, and most have some history, too. Try one of our top bike rides in New England, and explore Boston, Cape Cod, Lake Champlain, and more.

New England is a haven of outdoors activities, and some of its most impressive options are the bike trails that have popped up to replace old railroad tracks. Here are our favorite rail trails for cycling throughout New England, and most can even be reached by public transportation from Boston.

Filed Under: Cycling, Maine, Massachusetts, Nature and Outdoors, North America, Rhode Island, U.S., Vermont Tagged With: Boston, Burlington, New England

Good Eats in a Crunchy Town: A Restaurant Guide to Burlington, Vermont

December 5, 2016 By Ryan Victor 22 Comments

Burlington, Vermont, is a hippie little college town and a foodie hotspot. With lots of vegetarian and vegan options, mostly local food and ingredients, and great coffee and beer, it won’t disappoint. Whether you travel to Burlington to go leaf-peeping, visit UVM, or run the Vermont City Marathon, make time to try one of these top restaurants and cafes.

Burlington is one of our favorite towns, in no small part because of its local food movement and great dining scene. Visit one of these restaurants or cafes to get the town’s best eats.

Filed Under: Foodie Travel, North America, U.S., Vermont Tagged With: Burlington, New England, restaurants

3 Amazing Spots for Sea Kayaking in New England

December 1, 2016 By Ryan Victor 16 Comments

If you’re planning to travel to New England and you love to kayak, try one of these day trips: the Casco Bay Islands in Maine, Portsmouth Harbor in New Hampshire, or the Thimble Islands in Connecticut. Sea kayaking in New England means scenery, lighthouses, and even urban exploration - just mind the currents!

Fortunately for an avid paddler like Ryan, New England has plenty of great options for kayaking. Here are three of his favorite spots, plus tips for planning your own trips.

Filed Under: Connecticut, Kayaking, Maine, Nature and Outdoors, New Hampshire, North America, Off the Beaten Path, U.S. Tagged With: New England

Support Small Businesses with These 8 Travel Products

November 26, 2016 By Ryan Victor 4 Comments

We love to buy our gear from small companies as a step toward responsible travel. Here’s a list of favorite products made by local businesses, from travel and camping necessities to clothes and bags that are great on the road or for everyday use. Whether you’re Christmas shopping or planing your own vacation, consider travel and outdoor gear like this and make a social impact.

Need a gift for the traveler or nature lover in your life (or just a treat for yourself)? Try one of these awesome products, and make an impact by supporting a small business.

Filed Under: Gear and Packing, Responsible Travel Tagged With: gifts, small businesses

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Hi! We’re Jen and Ryan, an American couple on a journey to travel the world while working from the road. We’re passionate about outdoor adventure, responsible travel, and getting off the beaten path. Passions and Places is a space for us to share our stories and tips with you, but most importantly, we hope to inspire you to seek your own adventure.

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