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Southwest USA Bucket List Travel Adventures!

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Southwest USA has so many beautiful and fun places to explore! I love visiting the National and State parks and it's one of my favourite places to go on road trips!
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Itineraries

These itineraries will take you to some of the Southwest's best and most beautiful places. They are great for a longer road trip or a shorter visit.

 
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This is the exact road trip we did when we spent 2 weeks exploring the Southwest. This was the perfect mix of staying in cities and exploring the outdoors.
The Ultimate 14-Day Southwest Road Trip Itinerary
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This is a great itinerary is you only have a weekend or two days to explore Death Valley National Park. You'll be able to visit some of the best spots without having to rush.
Spending 2 days in Death Valley: The Ultimate Guide
 
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This 2 day itinerary and tour takes you to the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and the Hoover Dam!
2-Day Small Group Tour: Grand Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon
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This scenic trip from Moab to Monument Valley is great if you have a few days to explore the area!
Moab to Monument Valley: A Scenic Road Trip You’ll Love!
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You can easily see some of the best spots in Joshua Tree in just one day. This itinerary tells you what to see and where to stay.
The Ultimate One Day in Joshua Tree National Park Itinerary
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Things To Do

These are some of the best things to add to your Southwest USA bucket list! From exploring the outdoors to sightseeing!

 
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This is actually one of the most unique, quirky and unusual places I have visited on my travels. Not just Salvation Mountain but Bombay Beach and the Salton Sea also. Great for a day trip from Palm Springs!
The Ultimate Guide to Salvation Mountain in California
 
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Visit all of the tops sights in LA including Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and Griffith Park on this one day sight seeing tour.
Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More
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I loved Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. This is a great 2.5 hour tour with a local guide!
2.5 Hours of Monument Valley's Backcountry 4×4 Tour
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If you're visiting Sedona in winter, these are the tops things to do and see during your visit!
Sedona In Winter: A Complete Travel Guide
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Where To Stay

These are some of the best places to stay if you're planning on visiting National Parks and exploring cities!

 
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Moab is a great place to stay for a few days to explore the nearby parks such as Arches, Dead Horse Point and Canyonlands.
WorldMark Moab, Moab, USA
 
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If you’re planning a visit to Death Valley, Pahrump is a great place to stay. It’s just an hour’s drive from the park and only an hour from Vegas too!
Area 3251 Desert Valley Guest Suite, Pahrump, USA
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This spot in Sedona is in a great location, with easy access to hiking trails and stunning views of Bell Rock.
Red Agave Resort, Sedona, USA
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Where To Eat

There are tons of amazing places to eat across the Southwest! These are some of my favourite places that we visited.

 
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This is a delicious plant based cafe found in two locations in LA.
Top Vegan Restaurant in Los Angeles | Plant-Based LA Brunch
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This is one of my favourite places to eat in LA! The Butcher's Daughter is a vegetarian restaurant found across 4 locations (2 in LA and 2 in NY).
The Butcher's Daughter
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This cafe is found in St. George, Utah. The smoothie bowls are to die for!!!!
Vegan | Gaias Garden Cafe | United States

What To Pack

These are some of the best items to bring with you when exploring the Southwest!

 
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This is a great water bottle to bring on short hikes or to bring in the car while you're exploring.
Exllena 1L Insulated Water Bottle, Grey
 
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These are such a staple wherever I go! They're great for pairing with a flowy dress or for day to day wear.
DR MARTENS 1460 Vegan Lace Up Boots
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The perfect travel bag as it fits under the seat.
Cabin Max Travel hack underseat backpack 40x20x25cm in cream
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An in depth packing list for Bryce Canyon National Park.
Packing List for Bryce Canyon National Park
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