California, Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Holidays, pets, Rabbits, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Some bunnies to love: Tales of Rescue and Immigration

We are thankful for our kooky family, including our five bunnies. In this post, we share Oliver, Scout, and Pippa, and their stories of love and resilience. We wish for you hope and light this Thanksgiving, with love from The Cranky Camper family.

American West, California, Camping, Dogs, Hiking, National Parks, Opinion, Outdoors, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Devils Postpile National Monument

Devils Postpile National Monument, located in the Mammoth Lakes, protects the unique columnar basalt formation that is the Devils Postpile. On this adventure, we explore the national monument and earn our junior ranger badges. Highlights of this trip include the hike to Rainbow Falls and viewing the Devils Postpile from the PCT/JMT.

Dogs, Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Hiking, Historic Sites, History, Kids, Outdoors, pets, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Clingendael Park

While not on too many top ten lists, Clingendael Park is a perfect place for a picnic or an evening stroll. With beautiful shade trees, walking paths, gardens, and a play space, it is a great place for a relaxed time in The Hague.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Historic Sites, Opinion, Photography, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

London in Pictures

The Cranky Camper and Co take a sort-of self-guided walking tour of London before heading to continental Europe. On the itinerary are Westminster, St. James Park, Buckingham Palace, along with other points of interest.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Historic Sites, Museums, Opinion, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

The British Museum revisited

On our summer 2025 trip to London, we once again visited the British Museum. Spanning nearly the breadth of human history, the museum houses over 2 million artifacts- including some that involve controversy. This post contains updated photos, along with a brief synopsis of the controversy associated with the Parthenon sculptures.