France is one of the easier countries to visit with a dog. As an EU member state, it follows the same basic rules as most European countries. That doesn’t mean there’s nothing to arrange. To travel to France with a …
Destinations
Explore first-hand destination guides and itineraries with a tilt to quieter places—islands, national parks, mountain hikes and scenic corners away from the crowds.
We focus on practical details you can use: timing, access, transport and trail notes. Many routes are suitable for traveling with a dog, and we flag pet-friendly options where it matters.
Cenote Ojo de Agua in Mexico: a quiet spot to cool off near Playa del Carmen
How many cenotes are there on the Yucatán Peninsula? No one knows the exact figure. Estimates put it at more than six thousand. Some are major tourist attractions with parking lots full of buses. Others are small, almost unassuming spots …
Road trip from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City: Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Capitol Reef and Yellowstone
What does a road trip that, in just under two weeks, takes you across a slice of the American West — from Arizona’s desert canyons to Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders — look like? The route starts in Las Vegas and ends …
Traveling to Italy with a dog: entry requirements from EU and non-EU countries
Italy is one of the easier countries to travel to with a dog. As a member of the European Union, it follows the same basic set of rules as most European nations. That doesn’t mean there’s nothing to take care …
Traveling to Spain with a dog: entry requirements from the EU and non‑EU countries
Spain is one of those countries where traveling with a dog is relatively straightforward—especially if you’re arriving from another EU member state. That’s largely because pet travel rules are harmonized across the European Union. Even so, it helps to know …
Ibo Island: a forgotten island in Mozambique’s Quirimbas Archipelago
Our trip through the Quirimbas Archipelago began on Ibo Island, which we reached after a very arduous transfer from Pemba. When we finally climbed off the local boat—the so‑called chappa boat—at the small jetty, only a handful of kids were …
Through the jungle from Pemba to Ibo Island: a 14‑hour Mozambican adventure
Ibo Island in the Quirimbas Archipelago Ibo Island in the Quirimbas Archipelago in northern Mozambique remains well off the tourist trail. Getting here isn’t always straightforward—especially if you opt for the more adventurous overland route through the jungle from Pemba. …
A complete guide to the Canary Islands with a dog
The Canary Islands are one of Europe’s favourite holiday destinations. Going to the Canaries with a dog, however, isn’t the obvious choice and takes more planning than a standard beach‑hotel break. The reliable weather, ocean and volcanic landscapes attract visitors …
Bolivia with a dog: a realistic guide to high altitudes, long distances, and wild landscapes
Bolivia isn’t your typical holiday destination. There’s no coastline and the infrastructure isn’t exactly slick. Distances are on a different scale than in Europe. Many regions are sparsely populated, elevations often sit above 3,000 meters, and services we take for …
Almost out of fuel in Bolivia: How to road-trip through a gasoline and diesel shortage
On our summer 2025 trip to Bolivia, it didn’t take long to learn that fuel—both gasoline and diesel—is a real issue. We’d heard about shortages before we flew out, and it wasn’t just rumor: the Hertz rental manager who handed …










