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3 Sea Kayaking Trips to Take 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: Active and Healthy, Connecticut, Kayaking, Maine, Nature and Outdoors, New Hampshire, North America, Off the Beaten Path, U.S. Tagged With: activities, destinations, featured, New England, Portland, Travel Styles

Paddling through History: A Kayak Tour of the Boston Harbor Islands

May 26, 2016 By Ryan Victor 4 Comments

Boston Harbor is full of history and ripe for exploration. There’s no better way to get up close and personal with the islands’ history – and with nature – than an independent kayak tour.

Filed Under: Active and Healthy, Educational and Experiential, Kayaking, Massachusetts, Nature and Outdoors, North America Tagged With: activities, Boston, Boston Harbor, destinations, featured, Travel Styles

Do You Need a Folding Kayak?

March 8, 2016 By Ryan Victor 2 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, featured, folding kayak, travel planning, Travel Styles

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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 outdoors adventure, ethical travel, and healthy living. 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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