The Ultimate 10-day Southwest Loop: From Canyons to Coasts
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The Ultimate 10-day Southwest Loop: From Canyons to Coasts
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This 10-day journey takes you through some of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders, from the awe-inspiring cliffs of Zion National Park to the jaw-dropping beauty of the Grand Canyon; marvel at the unique rock formations of Horseshoe Bend and feel the cool Pacific breeze as you relax on the beaches of Santa Monica.
This was the first road trip my husband and I took together when we were just friends long before we had our daughter. I had already booked a conversion van for the adventure and planned to go solo, but my mom insisted I bring someone. While talking to a friend about it, Sebastian overheard and volunteered to join me. So, he met me in Las Vegas, we picked up our van, and the journey began!
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Day One
Las Vegas, Nevada > Springfield, Utah (Zion National Park)
On the first day of the trip, we begin in Las Vegas, Nevada. The starting point can be flexible depending on your location. We typically fly in from the East Coast, so for a Southwest road trip, Las Vegas is our usual starting point. For this trip, we'll kick things off from there.
Drive Time: 2 1/2 Hours
When planning your travel for day one, whether you're flying or driving, consider your arrival time. You don’t want to roll into Springfield too late. Aim to arrive by at least 3 or 4 p.m. This will give you plenty of time to set up camp (if that’s part of your road trip plan) or check into your hotel and settle in.
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I'm Casey, a former van lifer hailing from Florida and now calling Portland, Maine my home.
I live for road trips and firmly believe that the journey is just as important as the destination. If you're someone who craves the open road and has the stamina for long drives, my road trips are tailor-made for you.
I've ventured through the East Coast, Utah, Arizona, California, and even completed the full length of Route 66, all from the cozy confines of my converted van.
In my online store, you'll find carefully curated road trip itineraries, city guides, and invaluable van life tips based on my firsthand experiences.
Every guide and trip featured in my store has been meticulously tried and tested by yours truly, so you can have full confidence in the recommendations. If you're gearing up for a road trip in the US, count on me to help make it an unforgettable journey!
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21 places
21 hand-picked places with notes from the creator
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DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Horseshoe Bend, Arizona, USA
Zion National Park, Utah, USA
Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA
Venice Beach, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Arizona, USA
Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA, USA
Utah, USA
Page, AZ, USA
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Nevada, USA
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