Adventures We Can’t Wait to Take!  Pets are part of the family and most families prefer to travel together.  If you are like most pet owners, you want to take your furry family member with you everywhere.  The good news is that more and more pets are being welcomed into tourist spots all over the country.  At Adventure4Pets we will help you identify some of the best destinations and pet friendliest cities for your next pet-cation.

Carmel, California (Carmel by the Sea) is quickly becoming one of the most pet friendly cities and Top Pet Destinations around.  They feature inns, bed and breakfasts, hotels, restaurants, dog bakeries, spas, specialty boutiques and shops that cater to all members of the family, pets included.  Some shops even welcome pets with water dishes and biscuits.  Many restaurants offer pet menus and private pet areas.  They also have an inn that offers doggie cocktail hour daily.

In the center of Carmel Plaza you will find the "Fountain of Woof", a dogs-only drinking fountain.  Many shops allow pets to enter and some have pet posts outside where you can tether your dog.  Not only is Carmel a great city for walking pets, but it is also home to an amazing stretch of off-leash dog beach.

Carmel is so pet friendly, in fact, artist Gerrica Connolly of Carmel had the idea to create canine sculptures called “companion pieces” and have them painted by local artists for the annual Carmel art festival.  Carmel is definitely a tourist spot that has pet-friendly and must visit written all over it!

Huntington Beach, California is home to one of the original dog beaches and to the very first dog surf competition in the country.  The dog beach stretches over eight miles and allows dogs to get some off-leash exploration and exercise.  Huntington Beach offers a variety of pet friendly options including pet spas, self-serve dog washes, hotels and restaurants.  

Hotels in the area, such as The Hilton Waterfront offer the “It’s a Wonderful Dog’s Life” package which includes a doggy bed, toys and bowls for use throughout the duration of your stay.  Also included at The Hilton are a complementary 20-minute dog walk and matching dog beach sweatshirts for you and your pet.

When in Seattle, Washington, you may ask yourself, “Who doesn’t own a pet in this city?”  In Seattle, pets are permitted on public buses and trains.  There are many cultural spots to visit while there, including Washington Park Arboretum, Pike’s Place Market, Lake Washington and Olympic Sculpture Park.  Plus, an Ice Cream Cruise where your best friend can come along too!

Hop on the tram and head from downtown to the famous Seattle Space Needle, children's or science museums.  The outdoor shopping is great and most stores are pet friendly, offering water bowls and biscuits.  Whether you are interested in taking a mild stroll or an adventurous hike, you can head to Flaming Geyser State Park and see methane geysers or take a walk along the Seaward Park.  The Seattle area is so pet-friendly that Skyhoundz, who has dubbed themselves “the center of the disc dog universe” holds their annual championship there.   These examples are definite reasons why Seattle is another must visit destination.

Adventures are for the whole family, pets included, so hopefully you will consider one of these fun and pet friendly destinations for your next Pet-cation!