Newport Beach, California, offers a little something for everyone. The city has more than eight miles of beach as well as dog friendly Balboa Island and Village. Leashed dogs are only allowed on the beaches before 10 am or after 4:30 pm, but there are many dog friendly Newport Beach activities you can enjoy anytime….
I try to choose the shortest, non-stop flights when traveling with a dog. Luckily, from where I live, one of the shortest transatlantic flights is to dog friendly Amsterdam, Netherlands. Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport consistently ranks as one of the world’s best. Louie and I have flown through there several times and wholeheartedly agree. Schiphol Airport…
I hope you feel inspired by reading about Louie’s adventures on DogFriendlyTravel.com. Traveling to the EU with a dog is not difficult, but special paperwork is required. In this post, I will introduce you to the USDA international health certificate and explain how to get one for your dog. The great news is most countries…
I think it’s safe to say that more restaurants in Paris allow dogs inside than forbids them. Not only are pups welcome in most cafes, but they can even join you for a gourmet meal in some of the cities finest Michelin starred restaurants. Here is an updated list of my favorite dog friendly Paris restaurants:…
In the film Sabrina, Audrey Hepburn states that “Paris is always a good idea.” It was with this quote in mind that I began planning my first trip to Europe with my French Bulldog, Tara. I had always heard how wonderful it was to visit Paris with a dog. I dreamed of taking her to…
The Soho Grand Hotel in dog friendly Soho, NYC, has been welcoming pups since the day it opened. It was one of the first boutique hotels to offer special pet amenities like loaner beds and bowls. Guests who have left their pets at home can even borrow a goldfish to keep them company! There are many…
If your dog dreams of hanging 20 with the surfers in Santa Monica or Venice, he may be disappointed. Sadly, there are no dog friendly beaches in these communities. However, if your pup’s dreams involve, shopping in funky boutiques and dining at trendy restaurants, these areas deliver! Dog friendly Santa Monica even offers some luxurious…
For the last three years, I’ve had the pleasure of attending an extraordinary French Bulldog Meetup in dog friendly Long Beach, California. The party takes place at Rosie’s Dog Beach, LA County’s ONLY beach where dogs are allowed off leash! The 3 acre stretch of white sand runs between Argonne and Roycroft Avenues in the Belmont…
The dog friendly Chateau Marmont in Hollywood has a rich history of welcoming pets. Over the years, the luxury hotel has hosted the dogs of guests like Dorothy Parker, Roman Polanski, and Phil Spector. During our most recent trip to Los Angeles, Louie and I decided to join this notorious bunch. The Chateau Marmont currently…
Whenever I arrive at a new airport with Louie, the first order of business is finding a place where he can pee. At Minneapolis – St Paul Airport (MSP), pet relief areas are available in several locations. Here’s where Louie left his mark at MSP Terminal 1. Outside Terminal 1: There is a pet relief area…