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Ultimate Collapsible Water Bottle Guide

Ultimate Collapsible Water Bottle - Just about all eco-conscious travelers are aware of the virtues of stainless steel water bottles. (And if you want to know which ones are best, check out our Stainless Steel Water Bottle Smackdown.) But what about the collapsible water bottle option? At first it might seem a tad gimmicky, but this foldable water bottle variety is here to stay. Is it a viable green option? If so, which one should you buy? Ultimate Collapsible Water Bottle Guide Pros and cons of the Ultimate Collapsible water bottle Lightweight Packable Foldable Great for backpacking or hiking  Some are made in the USA Cons: Made with plastic materials Most hold less volume than traditional hard-shelled bottles Foldable: most don't stay upright easily More seams equate to greater leaking potential If collapsible water bottles are made of plastic, are they eco-friendly and safe? Some are not: read carefully before buying! The options listed … [Read more...]

Best Travel Water Bottle for Kids

Best Travel Water Bottle for Kids - Parents who travel green are among the most responsible consumers: not only are they committed to eco-friendly products, but they demand the highest standards when it comes to the safety of their kids. I'd like to think I'm no exception, which is why I did extensive research before purchasing stainless steel water bottles for my children. The good news is that there are so many safe, non-plastic lined or coated options now available. Best Water Bottles for Kids (Ultimate) Guide The bad news is that it's still hard to know which bottles to invest in for your family. Below, you'll find my picks for the best travel water bottle for kids. Best Travel Water Bottle for Kids Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Bottle This classic (and one of the first stainless steel options to arrive on the scene) continues to be the most durable in our household. My kids have been carting Klean Kanteens back and forth to school daily for 2-3 years, and they … [Read more...]

Filtered Water Bottle Review

Filtered water bottle review - We get a lot of questions about stainless steel water bottles with filters, but until recently I hadn't used a filtered water bottle review. The folks at Eco Vessel were kind enough to send us a filtration water bottle to try out. According to Eco Vessel, the blue water filtration bottle "removes up to 99.99% of pollutants." It's also BPA-free, which I appreciate. When to Use this Filtered Water Bottle Review I would recommend using this bottle when you know you won't have access to your own Brita or reverse osmosis filtered water which is why it is our top recommendation on this filtered water bottle review. Hiking and Camping This bottle would be great to use on extended hiking or camping trips where the water in streams is safe enough to drink, but might contain some pollutants. I wish I'd had it when I was hiking in Patagonia. The water there was fine, but even just removing the debris would have been a huge help. Travel - Extended … [Read more...]

Stainless Steel Travel Mug Contigo Travel Mug Review

Contigo Stainless Steel Travel Mug - We’ve written a ton about stainless steel water bottles; but as the school year approached I began to consider how I was going to transport tea to school. We had previously gotten rid of all of our BPA-infused travel mugs...we are now BPA-Free! So, I explored my options and settled on a Contigo Travel Mug. Contigo was kind enough to send a few of their for review. Here are my thoughts. The Best Stainless Steel Travel Mug? I would venture to say that the Contigo travel mug is the best stainless steel travel mug there is. It has honestly revolutionized my life. Why? It’s leak proof. Totally 100% leak proof. So leak proof that I put it in my laptop bag (next to my laptop) filled with hot tea. I’m not much of a risk-taker, and honestly it took me awhile to trust my Contigo Stainless Steel Travel Mug enough to be able trust it, but it really can be tossed in a bag and it won’t leak. I do usually turn it up and down … [Read more...]

Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Water Bottle Review BPA-free Bottles

Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Water Bottle - It was just over a year ago when the BPA in water bottles information flooded mainstream media (though environmentalists had been warning about it for a long time) and we wrote one of our most popular posts: How to Choose a Healthy Green Water Bottle. We have also recently written about Best Stainless Steel Cookware Sets and why you don't want toxins in your kitchen. In that post we declared our love for . A reader recently asked me to go into further detail about the Klean Kanteen bottles including my likes and dislikes of their product. Here's the extended version of my review. And please note that I received absolutely no compensation or freebies for this review. Though I wouldn't mind a free 40 ounce bottle or Wine Karafe... I just feel strongly about their product and the need to be BPA free.) Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Water Bottle: What I Love Klean Kanteen is BPA Free The number one reason I … [Read more...]

Best of Bellingham Washington

Traveling to Bellingham Washington, Ferndale, Blaine, Lynden or Vancouver Canada area for vacation? There are so many different ways to explore this beautiful area in Whatcom County. Things to do at Mount Baker — A classic year-round destination I grew up in the Midwest and while I have traveled extensively throughout the United States, I […]

5 Amazing Trips for Butterfly Watching Enthusiasts

Butterfly Watching – Planning a holiday around nature is something that makes even the ardent traveler excited for what lies ahead! The Earth has so much to offer, it’s not surprising that there are tours and vacations that are centered around even the smallest wildlife. Like the majestic and captivating butterfly. Find a vacation that […]

Going Green Vacation Siesta Key and Venice Florida

Going Green Vacation – Four years ago, my aunt gave my sons tee shirts from Venice Beach in Florida. She told them all about the shark teeth right on the beach there. Another friend saw them wear the shirts and also raved about the shark teeth hunting and beautiful beaches. From then on, they always […]

Everything You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is a magnificent landmark straddling the border between Canada and the United States. The location and natural wonder are probably familiar to most readers on both sides of the border. But there are also aspects of the Falls that many people don’t know. There is way more to this destination than just watching […]

Smell Proof Backpacks When Hiking With Kids

Smell Proof Backpacks – When you’re enjoying the great outdoors with a young child, it’s all-but-inevitable that you’ll have to pack some stinky items. After all, most babies and toddlers will need a diaper change if you’re spending more than an hour on the trail. Additionally, you never know when some kind of diaper emergency […]

Day by Day Plan for Your Hike to Everest Base Camp

Plan to Hike to Everest Base Camp – Adventure means taking risks, getting out of your comfort zone, and exploring the world around you. Year after year, climbers and nature enthusiasts flock to Mount Everest, the planet Earth’s tallest mountain. The bravest, most skilled climbers make their way the mountain to appreciate the splendors of this […]

Tips for Traveling with Kids Tips from Parents

Traveling with kids can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a challenge if you’re not ready. If you’re planning to go somewhere with the little ones, make sure you’re prepared and all the bases are covered. This guide offers tips for those occasions, and we have provided sections for traveling with […]

Pura Kiki Review: Stainless Steel Baby Bottle

The Pura Kiki stainless steel water bottle is a great choice for babies and toddlers. You can use it instead of a plastic baby bottle for an infant, or in lieu of a sippy cup for an older baby or toddler. My one-year-old, who was slow to catch on to sippy cups, loves it. Depending on […]

9 Tips for Learning a Language in a Foreign Country

Contrary to popular belief, it’s not easy to learn a language just by being in a country where it’s spoken. If you want your language skills to grow, you have to make an effort after you arrive. These tips will take you from timid beginner to confident pro.