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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: activities, Bozeman, bridger bowl, hyalite canyon, skiing, snowshoeing, Travel Styles, vegetarian

Exploring Our Own Backyard: The National Parks of Montana and Wyoming

April 5, 2017 By Jen Ambrose and Ryan Victor 8 Comments

If you’re thinking about a road trip or other travel in the American West, chances are you’ve got some national parks on your radar. Montana and Wyoming alone are home to three of the most popular parks: Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton. Here are our tips on the top things to do in each national park and the towns nearby. Highlights include Old Faithful, Going-to-the-Sun Road, Jenny Lake, and the towns of Bozeman, Whitefish, and Jackson.

Montana and Wyoming are home to three of the most popular national parks in the U.S. – and we were pretty lucky to grow up near them. Whether you want to visit Glacier, Yellowstone, or Grand Teton (or all three!), here’s how to make the most of your trip.

Filed Under: Active and Healthy, Hiking, Idaho, Montana, Nature and Outdoors, North America, U.S., Wyoming Tagged With: Bozeman, Glacier National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, national parks, Travel Styles, Whitefish, Yellowstone National Park

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

February 25, 2017 By Ryan Victor 6 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: Active and Healthy, Montana, Nature and Outdoors, North America, Off the Beaten Path, Skiing, U.S. Tagged With: activities, Bozeman, Missoula, Travel Styles, Whitefish

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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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