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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: 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: eco-friendly, packing

Do You Need a Folding Kayak?

March 8, 2016 By Ryan Victor 4 Comments

Are you disappointed there’s no room for a kayak in your tiny apartment? Do you wish you could easily get your boat to launch points around the city, and even in the backcountry? A folding kayak just might be the answer to your problems.

Filed Under: Active and Healthy, Gear and Packing, Kayaking, Nature and Outdoors Tagged With: activities, folding kayak, Travel Styles

8 Cool Travel & Outdoor Products from Small Companies

December 22, 2015 By Ryan Victor 6 Comments

Why shop at big chain stores when you can support small businesses - and get cooler stuff? Check out our recommended gear and discover some great local companies.

Why buy your gear at big chain stores when you can support small businesses – and get even cooler stuff? Check out our recommended travel & outdoor products and discover some great local companies.

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