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US National Parks are some of the most beautiful and truly amazing places the country has to offer. With people having limited vacation time, many travelers want to fit as many destinations as possible into their time away from work. With various types of parks that offer mountains, desert, red rocks, beaches, wildlife, and more, this article gives ample week…
The Grand Circle Road Trip is a loop that covers some of the best Southwest America has to offer. Six national parks plus several national monuments and landmarks that highlight the iconic red rocks and sandstone landforms that have been carved out and formed from erosion, mostly due to the serpentine Colorado River. This part of the country is rather…
An Oregon Coast Road Trip has been a dream vacation of mine since I discovered how beautiful the state of Oregon is. Dramatic seaside cliffs, plentiful marine wildlife, crystal clear water, quaint coastal towns, prominent lighthouses….what more could you ask for? The Oregon Coast is one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon, and it is easy to see why. You…
One of the best ways to spend a few days in Washington is by visiting the Olympic Peninsula. This part of Washington has so much to offer with its rain forests, waterfalls, beaches, whale watching, and other sea life. The best way to spend 3 days is with this Olympic National Park itinerary. Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links so…
I first learned about Florida’s St. Augustine Historic District during the pandemic when articles were coming out about places to visit in the United States that would give you a European feel. And I knew I needed to check it out. This small town was founded in 1565 by the Spanish making it the oldest continually-inhabited European town in America.…
The title of this blog is a little deceiving because this New Mexico road trip includes a couple days in southern Colorado. Originally we wanted to only explore New Mexico, but because of Covid, some of the attractions we wanted to visit, such as the Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument and Taos Pueblo, were closed. Nonetheless, this New Mexico road…
Located just a few hours northeast of Seattle, North Cascades National Park is a diamond in the rough. With its rugged mountains, dense old growth forests, and crystal-clear lakes, this park is the perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts. The North Cascades hikes in this 2-day itinerary are among some of the most gorgeous hikes I have ever completed. Disclaimer: This post…
I spent a day in Sedona as part of a 4-day northern Arizona road trip in 2020, and I knew immediately I would have to go back to Sedona and spend more time. The beautiful red rock formations and miles and miles of trails make this a great area for hiking and other outdoor activities. Even if you are not…
My favorite type of hikes are ones that lead to waterfalls which is why I have wanted to go hiking to waterfalls in Georgia for some time now. This part of the country is loaded with waterfalls. Even though we spent 3 days hiking here, we barely scratched the surface on available waterfall hikes. Combine this with wineries and the…
We experienced the best sights on a Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park day trip after our 3 days in Yosemite National Park. The two parks are located roughly an hour east of Fresno in northern California. If you want to take your time and see both parks in their entirety, then you should split this trip into 2 separate…
