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49 Gifts for Outdoorsy Women + 3 Things NOT to Give (2023)

November 24, 2021 By Jen Ambrose 17 Comments

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This list has all the best fun and practical gifts to give the outdoorsy woman in your life – plus three things NOT to give her!

Filed Under: Gear and Packing, Nature and Outdoors Tagged With: gifts, maps, travel decor

Our 5th Annual Wishlist of Cool Gear from Small Businesses

November 20, 2019 By Ryan Victor 8 Comments

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This is our fifth (!) annual post on travel and outdoor gear made by small businesses. As always, these products are unique, sustainable, and high-quality, and shopping them supports entrepreneurs, instead of corporations.

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

Shop Small, Go Far: Cool Travel Gifts from Small Businesses

November 24, 2018 By Jen Ambrose and Ryan Victor Leave a Comment

In honor of Small Business Saturday, it’s time for our annual post featuring travel and outdoor gear from small businesses. Shopping small means getting unique and high quality products you won’t find elsewhere, plus it supports entrepreneurship and innovation. Win-win!

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

Our Travel Gift Guide: Gift Ideas for the Travelers in Your Life

November 22, 2017 By Jen Ambrose and Ryan Victor 22 Comments

This holiday season, give the travelers in your life something they’ll really love. From beautiful home decor to super practical gear, these are our top gift ideas for people who travel.

Filed Under: Gear and Packing Tagged With: gifts, maps, travel decor

Our Favorite Travel and Outdoor Gear for Small Business Saturday

November 20, 2017 By Ryan Victor 4 Comments

Supporting small businesses is part of being a responsible traveler, and we believe it starts at home. Lots of small companies are making unique travel and outdoor gear, and in honor of Small Business Saturday, these are some of our favorite products.

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

Everything You Need to Know About Washing Clothes While Traveling

August 24, 2017 By Ryan Victor 12 Comments

Washing clothes while traveling is a necessity for long-term travel. Whether you’re backpacking Southeast Asia, taking a road trip in the U.S., or traveling elsewhere, here are the best options for getting your laundry done.

When we left the U.S. to adopt a nomadic lifestyle, people asked us about how we’d deal with the mundane things that are second-nature at home – and one of them was laundry. Here are all the laundry options we’ve found on the road, plus our best tips for washing your clothes while you travel.

Filed Under: Gear and Packing, Long-Term Travel Tagged With: travel tips

15 Long-Haul Travel Essentials: What to Pack for In-Flight Comfort

May 27, 2017 By Jen Ambrose 14 Comments

For many people, long plane rides are the worst part of travel, especially when you’re in economy class or have a red-eye flight. This packing list has all the airplane essentials you need for surviving long-haul flights. Stay healthy, rested, and entertained on your next trip!

It’s no secret that flying can be pretty miserable, but if you want to travel to distant destinations, there’s no way around it. Fortunately, you can make your next flight at least a little bit more comfortable by packing these items in your carry-on.

Filed Under: Gear and Packing Tagged With: travel tips

How to Eat Healthier and Save Money While Traveling

March 17, 2017 By Jen Ambrose and Ryan Victor 10 Comments

Eating out every day when you travel can get rough if you’re health-conscious or on a budget. Here are some of the best alternatives, including healthy road trip snacks, other cheap travel foods, easy recipes, and a food packing list.

When you’re traveling, eating out for every meal can seem inevitable – but it gets rough on both your wallet and your health. Here are all our best ideas for cheap and healthy travel foods, including grab-and-go snacks, super easy recipes, and things to bring with you.

Filed Under: Budgeting, Foodie Travel, Gear and Packing, Road Trips Tagged With: budget travel, travel tips

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

7 Things to Pack for Eco-Friendly Travel

August 31, 2016 By Jen Ambrose 32 Comments

Eco-travel starts with what's in your bag. Here's a packing list to make your next trip more eco-friendly.

Make your next trip more eco-friendly from the moment you start packing your bag. The key? Anything you can bring that isn’t plastic and replaces using disposable items is a step toward reducing your environmental footprint. Here’s seven items to start with.

Filed Under: Gear and Packing, Responsible Travel Tagged With: sustainability

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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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