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Spokane, Washington

In the fifth and final post of the 2023 Summer Road Trip Series, the Cranky Camper family visits Spokane, Washington. This post covers the Spokane Riverfront Park, a Spokane Indians game at Avista Stadium, and some effects of an active 2023 wildfire season.

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Road Trip Canada: A Trek Across Southern British Columbia

This fourth post in our 2023 Summer Road Trip series is a journey through southern British Columbia, traversing the scenic province from Vancouver to the U.S. border crossing at Cristina Lake. The Cranky Camper also discovers what a closed border crossing looks like and reflects on lessons learned.

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Prague Christmas Markets

Christmas markets are a popular tradition in Europe. The Christmas markets in Prague proved to be lovely places to purchase holiday gifts and souvenirs, as well as enjoy hot cider and holiday snacks.

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Farmer’s Markets and Family Dinners in Prague

With visits to Stromovka and outings with the bunny, the Cranky Camper family enjoys a slower pace while in Prague, making core memories along the way.

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Solvang, California

On the way back from Pinnacles National Park, we stopped for brunch and treats in the "Danish Capital of America," Solvang, California.