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For this trip, we'll be staying in a luxury villa hosted by Marriott Vacation Rentals at Shadow Ridge. 

Thank you to sponsors for this trip who have provided:

Lodging: Marriott Vacation Club - Marriott Shadow Ridge Resort

Vehicles: 2017 Toyota TRD Pro Tacoma, Tundra, and 4Runner

Radios: Midland

Drinks: Khortytsa Ice and Hot Honey Pepper Vodka 

Food: Islands Burgers

Tailgater Tire Table was also a great addition since while the Tundra and Tacoma trucks had great tailgates ... the 4Runner needed help.

Here's a video that Mike from The Gentleman Racer created ...

Here's a video that Phil from Gunaxin created ...

Bloggers on this Mancation Adventure Include:

The following are posts created based on experiences on this guys weekend adventure ...

ManTripping: https://www.mantripping.com

Testing Toyota TRD Pro Trucks at Ocotillo Wells 4x4 Training Park

Marriott Vacation Club - Shadow Ridge Resort Villas are Perfect for a Guys Weekend

Exploring Abandoned Gold Mines 

How to Protect Your Eyes In The Desert

Islands Burgers in Palm Desert California

The Gentleman Racer: https://www.thegentlemanracer.com

 Toyota TRD Pro Off Road Adventure

Gunaxin: https://www.gunaxin.com

Toyota TRD Pro Adventure

 

 


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James' passion for exploration and sense of duty to his community extends beyond himself. This means he is dedicated to providing a positive role model for other men and especially younger guys that need support so that they can thrive and be future positive contributors to society. This includes sharing wisdom, ideas, tips, and advice on subjects that all men should be familiar with, including: family travel, men's health, relationships, DIY advice for home and yard, car care, food, drinks, and technology. Additionally, he's a travel advisor and a leading men's travel influencer who has been featured in media ranging from New York Times to the Chicago Tribune, and LA Times. He's also been cited by LA Weekly "Top Travel Bloggers To Watch 2023" and featured by Muck Rack: "Top 10 Outdoor Journalists for 2022".

He and his wife Heather live in St Joseph, Michigan - across the lake from Chicago.