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Below you will find all of our travel guides tagged “USA”

10 Unique Things You Need To See In San Diego, California
San Diego is an outdoors-orientated, laid back and trendy city boasting the best tacos in America. There’s so many fantastic things to do for first time visitors from beaches to ... Read more

10 Things To Know About Visiting Lake Tahoe In November
If you visit Lake Tahoe in November you can expect mixed weather, empty hiking trails, lower hotel prices and ski lifts beginning operation ready for the winter season. Lounging on ... Read more

25 Awesome Hiking Trails You Can’t Miss In Utah
Utah is home to some of the most famous adventure hikes in the United States, including Angels Landing and The Narrows in Zion, and Devils Garden in Arches. But there ... Read more

10 Unmissable Things To Do In Emerald Bay State Park
Emerald Bay State Park is one of the most popular places for hiking, photography and sightseeing in Lake Tahoe. And we think the best things to do include exploring Vikingsholm, ... Read more

Beautiful Sunrise And Sunset Photo Spots In Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe has many unique photo spots with beautiful sunrise and sunset views. Some of the most popular locations are easy to access by foot or by car, but we ... Read more

How To Spend A Day At The Corning Museum Of Glass
Located in Corning, New York of the I-86, the Corning Museum of Glass is a popular attraction for visitors of all age groups. It features interactive exhibits, glass blowing demonstrations, ... Read more

Guide To Hiking Eagle Falls Trail In Lake Tahoe
Eagle Falls Trail is a popular 1.9-mile roundtrip hike with 430 feet elevation gain in Emerald Bay State Park near South Lake Tahoe. It’s a family friendly trail rated as ... Read more

Guide To Hiking Eagle Rock Trail In Lake Tahoe
Eagle Rock Trail is a relatively unknown 0.8-mile roundtrip hike with just 250 feet elevation gain on the western shores of Lake Tahoe, California. It’s an easy hike overall but ... Read more

Guide To Hiking Monkey Rock Trail In Lake Tahoe
Monkey Rock Trail is a moderately difficult 2.5-mile roundtrip hike with 500 feet elevation gain on the northeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. The trail starts out flat and easy, ... Read more

Bonsai Rock Lake Tahoe: Parking, Trail + Sunset Photos
Bonsai Rock is most commonly reached by a moderately difficult 0.3-mile roundtrip hike with 120 feet elevation change from a roadside parking lot on the northeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, ... Read more

Chimney Beach Lake Tahoe: Parking, Hike + Photos
Chimney Beach is reached by hiking an easy 1-mile roundtrip trail with 200 feet elevation change from a small parking lot on the northeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. After ... Read more

20 Unique Things To Do In Ithaca For First Time Visitors
The city of Ithaca is a popular tourist destination in upstate New York. It’s a lively college town with two universities and it offers numerous museums, diverse restaurants, beautiful state ... Read more

Cave Rock Lake Tahoe: Parking, Trail + Sunset Photos
Cave Rock Trail is an easy 0.8-mile roundtrip hike with 120 feet elevation change on the southeastern shores of Lake Tahoe, Nevada. It takes about 15 minutes to reach Cave ... Read more

12 Unmissable Waterfalls To See In Ithaca, NY
Ithaca, New York is home to more than 100 waterfalls including some of the tallest in the entire Finger Lakes region. From hidden gems to beautiful cascades located directly in ... Read more

How To Hike The Cascadilla Gorge Trail In Ithaca, NY
The Cascadilla Gorge Trail is a scenic hike in the Finger Lakes region of New York. It connects downtown Ithaca with Cornell University and it’s unique because students often use ... Read more

How To Visit Ithaca Falls In Ithaca, New York
Ithaca Falls is a popular and extremely photogenic waterfall located in the heart of Ithaca NY. It’s one of the most powerful waterfalls in the area with a height of ... Read more

10 Things To Know About Visiting Acadia In The Fall
If you visit Acadia National Park in the fall you can expect vibrant fall foliage colors, comfortable hiking conditions, later sunrises and earlier sunsets, heavy crowds and inflated hotel prices. ... Read more

20 Awesome New York State Parks To Visit By A Local
New York is home to over 180 state parks featuring waterfalls, hiking trails, gorges, beaches, natural swimming pools and lakes. And we think some of these stunning landscapes can easily ... Read more

14 Fun Things To Do In Niagara Falls State Park
Niagara Falls State Park is located on the American side of the falls in upstate New York and it often gets confused with the Canadian side. There are so many ... Read more

What To Expect At Green Lakes State Park In Upstate, NY
Green Lakes State Park is located along the eastern edge of the NY Finger Lakes region near Syracuse. It showcases two very deep glacial lakes surrounded by beautiful old growth ... Read more

How To Visit Grimes Glen Park In Naples New York
Grimes Glen Park in Naples, New York features two beautiful waterfalls along an easy hiking trail. It’s a popular spot for both hikers and families to enjoy nature at its ... Read more

How To Visit Snoqualmie Falls In Washington
Snoqualmie Falls is one of the most powerful and visually impressive waterfalls in Washington State. You can either hike or drive between its upper and lower observation areas to see ... Read more

Hiking Wallace Falls State Park Waterfall Trail
Wallace Falls State Park is home to a challenging 5.5-mile roundtrip waterfall hike with 1,240 ft elevation gain, and we think it’s one of the most visually stunning trails in ... Read more

How To Visit Chimney Bluffs State Park
Chimney Bluffs State Park is known for it’s beautiful clay formations along the southern shoreline of Lake Ontario. It’s home to hiking trails, picnic tables and amazing views of the ... Read more

How To Hike Bridal Veil Falls + Lake Serene Trail
Lake Serene and Bridal Veil Falls Trail is a challenging 8.2-mile roundtrip hike with 2,800 ft elevation gain near Index, Washington. We climbed to both natural landmarks and the best ... Read more

Hiking Mount Pilchuck Trail In Washington
Mt Pilchuck Trail is a challenging 5.4-mile roundtrip hike with 2,200 ft elevation gain near Granite Falls, Washington. We hiked the steep trail to Mount Pichuck fire lookout tower and ... Read more

How To Hike To Eternal Flame Falls In New York
Eternal Flame Falls is one of the nine natural eternal flames in the world sitting behind a cascading waterfall in a beautiful fusion of fire and water. The hiking trail ... Read more

24 Waterfalls In The NY Finger Lakes You Need To See
The Finger Lakes region of upstate New York is well known for its popular wineries and rolling hills, but it’s also filled with hundreds of beautiful waterfalls. Some of these ... Read more

Top 10 Places To Visit In The Finger Lakes (By A Local)
The Finger Lakes region of upstate New York has many unique places to visit including museums, state parks, wineries, universities and historic sites. Surrounded by eleven stunning lakes, there is ... Read more

How To Hike The Gorge Trail At Stony Brook State Park
Stony Brook State Park is a 568-acre park in the New York Finger Lakes featuring jagged gorges, flowing waterfalls, beautiful hiking trails and a natural swimming pool. It’s a hidden ... Read more

20 Unique Things To Do In Watkins Glen
Watkins Glen is a small village in Schuyler County of western New York. It’s home to beautiful waterfalls, unique museums, water sports, a raceway and farmers markets as well as ... Read more

What To Expect When You Visit Coit Tower
The Coit Tower in San Francisco is a famous landmark dominating the city skyline. It’s a popular observation deck because it offers stunning views of both the city and the ... Read more

How To Visit The Exploratorium In San Francisco, California
The Exploratorium is one of the top attractions in San Francisco featuring hundreds of interactive exhibits for visitors of all age groups. It’s a very highly rated science museum and ... Read more

Is The Denver CityPASS Worth It?
The Denver CityPASS is the major attraction pass in the Mile High City and we’ve personally used the pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll show you what to expect when ... Read more

40 Free + Cheap Things To Do In San Francisco
San Francisco is an attraction-heavy city with an abundance free and cheap places to visit. We’ve spent a total of 8 days exploring San Francisco as tourists, and for us ... Read more

Is The Seattle CityPASS Worth it?
The Seattle CityPASS is the major attraction pass in Washington’s capital city and we’ve personally used this pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll show you what to expect when using ... Read more

10 Things To Know About Visiting NYC In April
If you visit New York City in April you can expect mixed weather, fewer crowds, lower hotel prices and cherry blossoms blooming. We’ve lived in NYC in April and we ... Read more

San Francisco Pass Comparison: Which One Is Best?
The Golden City of San Francisco continues to draw millions of visitors each year, but is it worth using an attraction pass? In this comparison, we’ll show you three popular ... Read more

Visiting Death Valley National Park In December
If you visit Death Valley National Park in winter you can expect cool temperatures, fewer crowds, more lodging availability and snow capped peaks. We’ve visited Death Valley in December and ... Read more

Is The San Francisco CityPASS Worth It?
The San Francisco CityPASS is one of the three major attraction passes in the Golden City and we’ve personally used this pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll tell you everything ... Read more

How To Visit The Japanese Tea Garden In San Francisco
Japanese Gardens are meant to be a place for quiet reflection and we think they are a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of a nearby city. The ... Read more

40 Fun Things To Do In Las Vegas (On + Off The Strip)
Las Vegas has countless free, cheap and expensive attractions on and off the iconic Strip. We’ve spent several weeks exploring both the Strip and the American southwest, and we think ... Read more

10 Popular Shows You Should See On The Las Vegas Strip
If you’ve never been to the strip in Las Vegas, you’ll understand the hype as soon as you visit. The city is literally an adult playground. Not only is there ... Read more

10 Unmissable Las Vegas Day Trips
You can choose between a wide range of truly wonderful day trips when you visit Las Vegas, including unique landmarks, underrated state parks and famous national parks. Vegas is surrounded ... Read more

Key Things To Know About Visiting Las Vegas In November
If you visit Las Vegas in November you can expect warm weather, fewer crowds and slightly cheaper hotel prices. But it’s not peak tourist season, so most hotel swimming pools ... Read more

What You Can’t Miss In Valley Of Fire State Park
Valley of Fire State Park is a stunning red-rock landscape near Las Vegas, Nevada that’s home to a range of fun activities including hikes, photo spots and historic sites. We ... Read more

Fun Hiking Trails In Red Rock Canyon
Red Rock Canyon is a rugged national conservation area near Las Vegas that’s filled with adventurous hikes. We spent a day hiking a variety of fun trails in the canyon, ... Read more

Is The National Parks Passport Worth It?
If you’re heading to any of the US National Parks, you should consider purchasing a national parks passport to help document your adventure. This is a great way to support ... Read more

How To Hike The Fire Wave Trail
The Fire Wave Trail is an easy 1.5-mile roundtrip hike with 175 feet elevation gain in Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada. We hiked the sandy and rocky trail to ... Read more

Visiting The Hoover Dam From Las Vegas
The Hoover Dam is a 726-foot tall concrete arch gravity dam that tames the mighty Colorado River on the Arizona-Nevada border. And it’s only 37 miles from the Strip, so ... Read more

5 Best NYC Observation Decks Ranked With Pros And Cons
New York City is home to many observation decks including both indoor and outdoor viewing platforms throughout Manhattan. These high vantage points are one of the best things to do ... Read more

Guide To Visiting One World Observatory In New York City
The One World Observatory is popular three story observation deck located within the One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan. It’s home to the SkyPod elevator which transports visitors 1,268 ... Read more

How To Visit Seven Magic Mountains Near Las Vegas
Seven Magic Mountains is a vibrant art installation located in the desert just 25 minutes drive south from the Las Vegas Strip. Designed by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone in 2015, ... Read more

10 Awesome Places To Visit In Wyoming: Famous Parks + Hidden Gems
Wyoming is a wild and sparsely populated landscape filled with rugged natural beauty and unique geological features. It’s most famous for being home to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, ... Read more

Guide To Visiting The Empire State Building In New York City
The Empire State Building is a renowned skyscraper in New York City. It’s home to a popular observation deck on the 86th and 102nd floor. The iconic building changes colors ... Read more

Guide To Visiting Top Of The Rock In New York City
Top of the Rock in New York City is one of the two original observation decks. It features three levels with both indoor and outdoor viewing platforms so visitors can ... Read more

15 Unmissable Places To Visit In Vermont
Vermont is a postcard-perfect state filled with rolling hills, quaint towns, natural beauty and old-world charm. But which places should you add to your itinerary when you visit the Green ... Read more

How To Visit SUMMIT One Vanderbilt In NYC
The SUMMIT One Vanderbilt experience is NYC’s newest observation deck. It sits 93 floors above Midtown Manhattan offering visitors incredible views of New York including multiple interactive exhibits. This observatory ... Read more

20 Amazing Places To Visit In Utah: Famous Parks + Hidden Gems
Utah is one our favorite US states to visit for hiking, photography and outdoor adventures because its topography is so diverse. The Beehive State can be split into a red ... Read more

20 Awesome Places To Visit In Arizona: Famous Parks + Hidden Gems
Arizona is a sun-kissed land of adventure and extraordinary landscapes. It’s best known for the mighty Grand Canyon, but we can assure you there’s so much more to see and ... Read more

50 Best Places To Visit In USA: Bucket List US Vacation Spots
The USA is an exceptionally tourist friendly country with a wide range of places to visit, including famous cities, spectacular national parks, iconic road trips, quaint towns and other areas ... Read more

Our Comparison Of The 8 NYC Attraction Passes: Which One Is Best For You?
There’s nowhere else in the world like New York City when it comes to iconic must-do tourist attractions. But entry prices at famous observation decks, museums, landmarks and all the ... Read more

20 Amazing National Parks To Visit In The USA
The USA is home to 63 national parks that are known for natural beauty, adventurous hiking trails, dramatic landscapes and unique geological formations. You can visit national parks in 30 ... Read more

30 Awesome Road Trips In USA: Most Scenic Drives In America
The United States has hundreds of scenic road trip routes through national parks, mountains, deserts, coastlines and forests. You can drive iconic US road trips like Route 66 and the ... Read more

50 Unmissable Hikes In The US: Top Rated USA Hiking Trails
The USA has thousands of scenic day hikes and epic long distance hikes carving through national parks, state parks, forests, deserts, volcanoes and mountain ranges. But there’s a collection of ... Read more

Our Honest Review Of The NY Sightseeing Pass: Is It Worth Buying?
Sightseeing Pass is one of three companies selling New York City attraction passes, along with CityPASS and Go City. Together, they offer a combined total of 8 different types of ... Read more

20 Unmissable Museums In NYC (+ How To Visit For Free)
New York City is home to some of the world’s most famous museums. You can see thousands of artifacts from around the globe, admire art spanning hundreds of centuries, learn ... Read more

10 Great Places To Go For The Tastiest Bagels In New York City
New York City has the best bagels in the world. There’s no debate! We’ve tried a wide range of classic bagel flavors like everything, blueberry, egg and onion with toppings ... Read more

1-5 Days Sedona Itinerary For Hikers + Non-Hikers
We spent 8 amazing days exploring Sedona from dawn to dusk in December 2022, and it instantly became one of our favorite travel destinations in the US. For us, the ... Read more

20 Fun Things To Do When You Visit Sedona, AZ
Sedona is one of our favorite places for outdoor adventure in the US. Its surrounding red rock landscape is filled with awesome hikes, thrilling off-road trails, hidden caves, stunning photo ... Read more

Where To Stay In Sedona: 5 Popular Areas + 15 Top Rated Hotels
Sedona is one of our favorite places to visit in the US for hiking, photography and outdoor adventure. But what about hotels and figuring out where to stay? Well, Sedona ... Read more

20 Awesome Tours And Excursions You Can Try In Sedona AZ
From helicopter rides and spiritual vortex sites to off-road jeep trails and kayaking trips down the Verde River, you really are spoiled for choice when it comes to booking excellent ... Read more

Visiting Sedona In December: 10 Things You Need To Know
Are you thinking about visiting Sedona in December? We spent a truly unforgettable week in Sedona just before Christmas in December 2021, and we think the winter months offer a ... Read more

What To Expect On The Verde Canyon Railroad Ride
The Verde Canyon Railroad is a historic rail line running between the towns of Clarkdale and Perkinsville near Sedona, Arizona. It offers first class and coach seating along with lunch ... Read more

How To Find The 8 Sedona Vortexes
Sedona’s vortexes are believed to emit electromagnetic earth energy and many people report feeling physical, mental and emotional connections. The 4 main vortex sites are considered to be Airport Mesa, ... Read more

25 Wineries To Visit On Sedona’s Verde Valley Wine Trail
Sedona AZ is home to the Verde Valley Wine Trail which offers visitors a totally unique experience away from hiking and outdoor adventure. It’s a self-guided wine trail featuring some ... Read more

9 Awesome Sedona Jeep Trails For Off Roading Adventure
Renting a Jeep was the best decision we made during our 8-day visit to Sedona in December 2021. We personally drove each of the 9 Sedona Jeep trails you’ll find ... Read more

How To Drive Diamondback Gulch Jeep Trail In Sedona
Diamondback Gulch is our second favorite off-roading trail in Sedona. It’s a varied and exciting 6.7-mile long three-quarter loop trail that allows your 4×4 vehicle to really showcase its capabilities. ... Read more

How To Drive Schnebly Hill Road Jeep Trail In Sedona
Schnebly Hill Road is one of the most popular off-roading Jeep trails in Sedona. It’s a bumpy 5.7-mile road that twists, turns and climbs up a red rock cliff before ... Read more

How To Drive Broken Arrow Jeep Trail In Sedona
The awesome and adventurous Broken Arrow Trail is our favorite off-roading Jeep trail in Sedona. It’s a unique, technical and exciting 4-mile drive leading to Submarine Rock and Chicken Point ... Read more

15 Stunning Sedona Sunrise And Sunset Photo Spots
Sedona is always in the conversation when we talk to friends and family about our favorite places in the US for photography. We adore Sedona’s wide open and rugged red ... Read more

5 Unmissable Ruins To Visit Near Sedona, Arizona
Sedona’s surrounding landscapes are home to various ruins showcasing ancient cliff dwellings and rock art. Many of these ruins are found in remote locations deep inside red sandstone canyons, and ... Read more

How To Visit The Honanki Heritage Site Near Sedona
The Honanki Heritage Site is a collection of rock art and cliff dwellings nestled within the Coconino National Forest near Sedona, Arizona. It was built by the Sinagua people between ... Read more

Hiking In Sedona: The Easy + Hard Trails You Can’t Miss
There’s nowhere quite like Sedona when it comes to hiking. We’ve spent years ticking off awesome hikes all across the US, in national parks, state parks, forests, mountains, deserts and ... Read more

Pyramid Scorpion Loop Trail: A Hidden Gem Hike In Sedona
We were determined to find a true hidden gem hike during our visit to Sedona, and we found it near the end of our trip on the Pyramid and Scorpion ... Read more

How To Visit The Palatki Heritage Site Near Sedona
The Palatki Heritage Site is an archeological area located within the Coconino National Forest near Sedona, Arizona featuring rock art and cliff dwellings built by the Sinagua people between 1150-1350 ... Read more

How To Visit Tuzigoot National Monument Near Sedona
Tuzigoot is a US National Monument located in Yavapai Country near Sedona, Arizona. It’s an ancient multi-room pueblo built by the Sinagua pre-Columbian culture between 1100 and 1450 AD. This ... Read more

How To Visit Montezuma Castle National Monument
Montezuma Castle is a US National Monument located in Yavapai Country near Sedona, Arizona. It’s one of the best-preserved cliff dwellings ever found in the American Southwest that was built ... Read more

Hiking Sedona View Trail To Airport Mesa Scenic Lookout + Vortex Site
The best way to see Airport Mesa vortex site and scenic lookout in Sedona is to hike a short connecting path called Sedona View Trail. We hiked the trail out ... Read more

Our Sunrise Hike To Chimney Rock + Little Sugarloaf In Sedona
Do you like the sound of a true hidden gem trail that’s short, on the easier end of moderately difficult and leads to two superb viewpoints overlooking Sedona, Arizona? Well, ... Read more

How To Visit Hilltop Hot Springs In Mammoth Lakes
Also known as Pulky’s Pool, Hilltop hot springs is a man made cement tub located along an elevated plateau in the Long Caldera Valley near Mammoth Lakes, California. It’s a ... Read more

How To Hike The West Fork Trail In Sedona Arizona
Would you like to hike an easy and scenic trail that’s slightly less jam-packed than the most popular hikes in Sedona? We know it’s rare, but trust us it is ... Read more

How To Hike Devils Bridge Trail In Sedona, Arizona
Devils Bridge Trail is a moderately difficult 4-mile roundtrip hike in Sedona, Arizona. The exceptionally popular trail begins at one of three trailheads and leads to Sedona’s largest natural sandstone ... Read more

How To Visit Crab Cooker Hot Springs In Mammoth Lakes
Crab Cooker hot spring is a man made cement tub with water piped into it from a nearby geothermal mineral spring. This is an extremely popular hot spring located on ... Read more

How To Visit Wild Willy’s Hot Springs In Mammoth Lakes
Wild Willy’s is a natural hot spring located within the Long Valley Caldera south of Mammoth Lakes in California. It’s free to visit and features multiple hot spring pools along a ... Read more

How To Hike Fay Canyon Trail In Sedona, Arizona
Fay Canyon Trail is a moderately difficult 2.4-mile roundtrip hike in Sedona, Arizona. The popular trail can be hiked in many ways, including optional climbs to a large arch and ... Read more

How To Hike Doe Mountain Trail In Sedona
Doe Mountain Trail is a moderately difficult 1.5-mile out and back hike in Sedona, Arizona. The short but steep trail has a total of 400 feet elevation gain through a ... Read more

How To Visit Travertine Hot Springs In Bridgeport, California
Travertine is a group of hot springs located along scenic US highway 395 outside of Bridgeport, California. These geothermal mineral springs cascade down travertine terraces and feature stunning views of ... Read more

How To Find Sedona’s 7 Most Stunning Secret Caves
Researching, finding and climbing inside hidden caves was one of our favorite things to do during our 8-day trip to Sedona, Arizona. Seriously, how cool is it that you can ... Read more

Robbers Roost Trail: Hike To Shaman’s Cave In Sedona
We hiked to one of Sedona’s secret caves called Robbers Roost during our visit to Sedona in 2021. The cave is also known as Hideout Cave and Shaman’s Cave, and ... Read more

How To Hike The Keyhole Cave Trail In Sedona
The Keyhole Cave hike leading to one of Sedona’s hidden caves is a moderately difficult 2.3-mile roundtrip trail with a total elevation gain of 500 feet. We began the hike ... Read more

How To Hike Soldier Pass Trail In Sedona
Soldier Pass Trail is one of Sedona’s most popular trails because it leads to natural sandstone formations called Devils Kitchen, Seven Sacred Pools and Soldier Pass Cave. Sounds cool, right? ... Read more

How To Hike The Birthing Cave Trail In Sedona
The Birthing Cave hike in Sedona is a relatively easy 1.8-mile roundtrip trail beginning at Long Canyon Trailhead and ending with a short but steep climb into a stunning cave. ... Read more

How To Hike Sedona Subway Cave + Boynton Canyon Trail
Boynton Canyon Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Sedona because it leads to the Instagram-famous Subway Cave. We hiked the entire moderately difficult 7.5-mile trail with 1,250 ... Read more

20 Best Northern California Hot Springs You Should Visit
Northern California is home to numerous hot springs. Depending on what you like, you can hike to remote hot springs or visit developed resorts with mineral pools. Some of the ... Read more

How To Hike Bell Rock And Courthouse Butte Loop Trail
We hiked the picturesque Courthouse Butte Loop, before climbing Bell Rock to a second hidden trail that was way more adventurous than we expected. The loop was an easy 4.5-mile ... Read more

How To Hike Cathedral Rock Trail In Sedona, Arizona
Cathedral Rock is a skyline dominating sandstone butte in the center of Sedona and it’s one of the most photographed natural landmarks in Arizona. We hiked the surprisingly steep and ... Read more

10 Popular Hiking Apps You Should Consider Downloading
Smartphone hiking and outdoor apps have significantly advanced over recent years with several becoming popular platforms. It’s pretty amazing how much information we can directly have in the palm of ... Read more

Our Honest Review For The Popular Secret Food Tour In Las Vegas
We think tasting your way through celebrity chef restaurants on a Las Vegas secret food tour is one of the best experiences you can have in Sin City. Not only ... Read more

10 Fun Things To Do In Kanab Utah: Top Hikes, Photo Spots + Activities
For us, Kanab is the best place to set up base for enjoying outdoor adventures in southern Utah. The small town has affordable hotels, great restaurants, a relaxed vibe and ... Read more

Dinosaur Tracks Trail: Quick + Fun Hike Near Kanab, Utah
Despite having an odd parking situation and poorly marked directions, we thought it was well worth hiking Dinosaur Tracks Trail near Kanab, Utah. It’s not every day you get to ... Read more

Hiking Wire Pass Trailhead Into The Awesome Buckskin Gulch Slot Canyon
Back in December 2021 we hiked the first few miles into Buckskin Gulch from Wire Pass Trailhead. It was a unique and thrilling experience, and we highly recommend you allow ... Read more

How To Hike Toadstool Hoodoos Trail In Southern Utah
Toadstool Hoodoos Trail is a short, fun and family friendly hike located half way between Kanab, Utah and Page, Arizona. We set off from the trailhead around 2 hours before ... Read more

Hiking Through The Belly Of The Dragon Near Kanab Utah
We hiked the unique Belly of the Dragon Trail near Zion and Kanab in southern Utah and immediately understood where it got its name from. The water drainage tunnel cutting ... Read more

Our Easy Guide On How To Hike The Wave Trail In Arizona
Hiking to The Wave in northern Arizona is among the most memorable experiences we’ve had since starting this travel blog in 2018. Winning a permit set our hearts racing but ... Read more

The Wave Hiking Permits Explained: Advanced + Daily Lottery
The Wave in northern Arizona is widely accepted as having the hardest hiking permit to win in the United States. It has enormous demand, but only 16 groups or 64 ... Read more

How To Visit Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park In Utah
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park was one of the standout surprise packages from our second road trip through southern Utah. We had absolutely no expectations but it turned out ... Read more

How To Get Inside The Moqui Sand Caves Near Kanab, Utah
The Moqui Caverns near Kanab are a popular stop along Highway 89. Chances are that you’ll see a few cars parked at the trailhead along the main road because while ... Read more

What To Expect At The Moqui Cave Museum In Kanab, Utah
The Moqui Cave Museum is a fun road side attraction in southern Utah. It catches your eye as you drive by because it features an old brick dwelling with white ... Read more

Five Different Ways You Can Spend One Day In Zion National Park
Are you short on time in southern Utah but feel like you just have to see what all the fuss is about at Zion? We hear you, it’s an amazing ... Read more

Our Guide To The Places You Can Stay Near Zion National Park
Springdale is the most popular place to stay near Zion National Park, but you can also look at hotels in Virgin, La Verkin and Hurricane if you want unique places ... Read more

20 Awesome Hikes You Can’t Miss In Zion National Park
Zion National Park is famous for having some of the most popular adventure hiking trails in the US including Angels Landing, The Narrows and The Subway. But there’s plenty more ... Read more

When To Visit Zion National Park By Month And Season
Zion is one of our favorite US national parks because it’s so unique and adventurous, but it also has seasonal-specific pros and cons throughout the year. Things like hotel costs, ... Read more

The 4 Best Airports To Use When Visiting Zion National Park
Not sure which airport to use when you visit Zion? Well, St George is the closest regional airport to the park but it’s only served by a few cities in ... Read more

10 Essential Things To Know About Visiting Zion National Park In The Winter
The winter months of December, January and February are all excellent times to visit Zion National Park to benefit from fewer crowds, cheaper hotel rooms and quieter trails. And that’s ... Read more

Day Hiking The Adventurous Subway Trail In Zion National Park
Countless river crossings, no clear path, pure adventure, an extraordinary climax and a maximum of 80 permitted hikers per day: The Zion Subway Trail has all of the wow-factor and ... Read more

Guide To The Four Hiking Trails In Zion’s Quiet Kolob Canyons Area
It’s true, there really is a quieter region of Zion: Kolob Canyons is home to three mapped hikes ranging from easy to hard, and one hidden hiking trail leading into ... Read more

Exactly How To Hike Timber Creek Overlook Trail In Zion National Park
Timber Creek Overlook Trail is one of the best bang for your buck hikes in Zion. It’s short, easy and leads to an elevated viewpoint with dramatic views over giant ... Read more

Exactly How To Hike Taylor Creek Trail In Zion National Park
Taylor Creek Trail is a fun 5-mile roundtrip hike leading to Double Arch Alcove in Zion’s peaceful Kolob Canyons region. We’re happy to admit we didn’t have high expectations for ... Read more

Exactly How To Hike Emerald Pools Trail In Zion National Park
Emerald Pools Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Zion because it has a superb location in the main canyon, a perfect balance between distance and level of ... Read more

Exactly How To Hike The Pa’rus Trail In Zion National Park
Zion’s Pa’rus Trail is flat, easy and paved so it’s perfect for all hiking abilities and ages, plus it’s accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. Bikes are also allowed on the ... Read more

Exactly How To Hike The Watchman Trail In Zion National Park
The Watchman Trail is a great hike because it’s short, not too difficult, leads to a fantastic viewpoint and it’s quieter than Zion’s more famous trails. Oh, and the trailhead ... Read more

Hiking Grand Canyon’s South Kaibab To Bright Angel Trail (Rim To River)
Day hiking the iconic South Kaibab to Bright Angel Trail (also known as Rim to River) at Grand Canyon South Rim is one of our favorite travel memories to date. ... Read more

The 9 Easy And Hard Hikes You Can Try At Grand Canyon South Rim
You might be surprised to hear that there are only 9 hiking trails at Grand Canyon South Rim. But don’t worry, it’s all about quality over quantity. We’ve hiked many ... Read more

How To Hike South Kaibab Trail At Grand Canyon South Rim
South Kaibab Trail is the most scenic and exciting hike leading down below Grand Canyon South Rim. It’s steeper, more challenging and harder to access than it’s main rival Bright ... Read more

How To Hike Bright Angel Trail At Grand Canyon South Rim
Bright Angel Trail is the most popular hiking route leading down below Grand Canyon South Rim. It’s easy to access, the trail is gradual and it has several turnaround points ... Read more

The 4 Best Airports To Use For Grand Canyon National Park
Not sure which airport to use when you visit the Grand Canyon? Well, Flagstaff Pulliam is the closest regional airport to South Rim but it’s only served by a few ... Read more

Our Ratings For 20 Popular Views At Grand Canyon South Rim
There’s one thing that every single visitor to the Grand Canyon will do: visit a bunch of viewpoints with different perspectives overlooking one of the most extraordinary natural landscapes in ... Read more

Top Rated Pizza Places You Must Try As A Tourist Visiting New York City
New York City is one of the best places in the world to eat pizza as a tourist. We know because we love pizza and we’ve spent a lot of ... Read more

The Best Times To Visit Grand Canyon South Rim (Months + Seasons)
If you’re planning to visit Grand Canyon South Rim for the first time, one of the most important questions you should have is: when is the best time of year ... Read more

10 Essential Things To Know About Visiting Grand Canyon South Rim In The Winter
The winter months of December, January and February are all excellent times to visit Grand Canyon South Rim to benefit from fewer crowds, cooler hiking temperatures and cheaper hotel rooms. ... Read more

Best Hikes In Mt Rainier: 23 Easy, Moderate + Hard Trails
Mount Rainier is one of our favorite places to hike in the US. We spent 6 months living in Washington State and as avid hikers, we simply couldn’t stay away ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking Bench And Snow Lakes Trail In Mount Rainier
Bench and Snow Lakes Trail is one of those borderline hidden gem hiking trails in Mt Rainier because it’s got all the hallmarks of a great hike but without the ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking The Stunning Naches Peak Loop Trail To Tipsoo Lake
Naches Peak Loop Trail is one of our favorite Mt Rainier hiking trails because it’s quiet, easy, incredibly picturesque and half the hike is on the famous Pacific Crest Trail. ... Read more

Hiking To Mount Fremont Fire Lookout Tower In Mt Rainier National Park
Mount Fremont Trail is one of the most popular day hikes in Mt Rainier because it leads to one of just four remaining fire lookout towers, and it has stunning ... Read more

How To Thru Hike The Amazing Enchantments Trail In Washington
Day hiking The Enchantments Trail … Wow! Where do we begin? Well, the 18.6-mile thru hike from Stuart/Colchuck Lake Trailhead to Snow Lakes Trailhead is amazing, challenging, rewarding and exhausting ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking Spray Park Trail In Mount Rainier National Park
Spray Park Trail was one of our favorite hidden gem hikes in Mount Rainier. Like most people, the main reason we drove the awful 15-mile road to Mowich Lake was ... Read more

Hiking To Tolmie Peak Fire Lookout Tower In Mount Rainier
Tolmie Peak Trail is one of our favorite hikes in Mt Rainier because it’s quiet, picturesque and it leads to an old fire lookout tower with spectacular views. But it ... Read more

10 Essential Things To Know About Visiting New York City In The Winter
If you want a totally unique take on visiting NYC, you should seriously consider planning your trip during the cold, harsh and snowy winter months. Things like crowds, itinerary planning, ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking The Awesome Skyline Trail In Mount Rainier
Skyline Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Mt Rainier and it’s among our personal favorites in Washington. We hiked the full loop and it was truly stunning ... Read more

What To Know About Visiting Yellowstone National Park In April
If you visit Yellowstone National Park in April you can expect extremely changeable weather conditions, fewer crowds, lower hotel prices, key road closures and lots of wildlife. We’ve visited Yellowstone ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking The Fun Lake 22 Trail In Washington
Lake 22 Trail has old growth forest, stream and creek crossings, views over rolling hills, a boulder field and a dramatic amphitheater-like summit with a stunning Alpine lake. So yes, ... Read more

10 Key Things To Know About Visiting Yosemite National Park In October
We spent 3 full days in Yosemite National Park in October 2019, and all things considered we think it’s one of the very best months of the year to visit. ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking Poo Poo Point Trail In Washington
Poo Poo Point is a fantastic family friendly day hike near Seattle, Washington. In essence, it’s a moderately difficult 4-mile roundtrip forested trail leading to stunning views over Mount Rainier ... Read more

Our Guide To Hiking Rattlesnake Ledge Trail In Washington
Rattlesnake Ledge Trail is one of our favorite day hikes near Seattle, Washington. In essence, it’s a moderately difficult 4-mile roundtrip trail cutting through a picturesque forest that ultimately leads ... Read more

How To Plan Your First New England Fall Foliage Road Trip: Dates, Places + Itinerary
There are many places you can visit in the world to see leaves transform into vibrant yellows, oranges, browns and reds. But those places pale in comparison to the US ... Read more

10 Things To Do In Burlington, Vermont On A First Visit
Tightly hugging the eastern shores of Lake Champlain, small but undeniably attractive Burlington is one of the most visited cities in Vermont. The college town, which runs entirely on renewable ... Read more

10 Things You Should See In Manchester, Vermont On A First Visit
Vermont is enviably overflowing with stunning, quaint and charming four season tourist resort towns. Stowe and Burlington in the north, Woodstock in the center and Manchester in the south are ... Read more

10 Things To See In Woodstock, Vermont On A First Time Visit
The tiny town of Woodstock in central Vermont epitomizes a captivating and quintessential New England village filled with attractive historic buildings and a relaxing aura. Descriptive words like quaint, charming ... Read more

10 Things You Can’t Miss In Stowe Vermont On A First Time Visit
The tiny alpine-style town of Stowe in northern Vermont encapsulates a quintessential charming, idyllic and rural setting surrounded by rolling hills and colorful leaves. Vermont is one of the most ... Read more

Where To Stay Near Acadia: 5 Different Areas + Top Rated Hotels
Figuring out where to stay near Acadia National Park is one of the biggest challenges you’ll face when planning your itinerary. Should you pay over the odds to stay in ... Read more

Where To Find The Beautiful Covered Bridges In Vermont
Vermont is filled with beautiful natural scenery, picture perfect towns and over 100 covered bridges dating back as far as the early 1800’s. These brides are a major tourist attraction, ... Read more

Visiting The Flume Gorge In New Hampshire For The First Time
The Flume Gorge in Franconia Notch State Park is one of our favorite places to visit in New Hampshire. It’s a moderately difficult 2-mile loop with 500 feet elevation gain ... Read more

Top Places To Stop Along The Kancamagus Highway In New Hampshire
The Kancamagus Highway is a picturesque 35-mile scenic byway cutting through New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest between Lincoln and Conway. We’ve driven it in each direction on different fall ... Read more

The 10 Unmissable Hiking Trails In Acadia National Park, Maine
Acadia National Park is one of our favorite places to hike in the US. We know it’s a bold statement considering the company, but the trails here are unique, exciting ... Read more

10 Unmissable Things To Do In Acadia National Park On A First Visit
Iron rung hikes, spectacular ocean views, picturesque lakes and stunning photography make Acadia one of the most visited of all the popular USA National Parks. Don’t be fooled by the ... Read more

How To Plan A Road Trip In 10 Easy Steps
Organizing a road trip can be both exciting and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. So let us help you take away some of that road trip planning ... Read more

Our Climb Up The Precipice Trail In Acadia National Park
The Precipice Trail is Acadia National Park’s most adventurous and exhilarating hike. It’s a 2.1-mile roundtrip loop with more than 1,000 feet elevation gain, most of which is gained on ... Read more

Our Climb Up The Beehive Trail In Acadia National Park
The Beehive Trail is Acadia National Park’s most popular hike. It’s a 1.5-mile roundtrip loop with 500 feet elevation gain, some of which is gained on vertical iron-rung ladders and ... Read more

The 10 Places You Can’t Miss On A First Visit To Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park is an extraordinary landscape, quite literally overflowing with the world’s highest concentration of geothermal features. And it’s one of the most enjoyable places we’ve visited to date ... Read more

10 Days Mount Rushmore To Yellowstone Road Trip Itinerary
Mount Rushmore to Yellowstone National Park is an attraction-heavy road trip route from South Dakota’s Black Hills to northwest Wyoming. You should plan for 4 days in the Black Hills, ... Read more

The Best Hotels Near Mount Rushmore (5 Different Areas)
Keystone, Hill City, Custer, Rapid City and the northern reaches of South Dakota’s Black Hills are the 5 major areas you should consider booking a hotel for your trip to ... Read more

The 10 Best Things To Do Near Mount Rushmore
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a standout attraction for your visit to South Dakota. But you’ll only need around 3 hours to explore the memorial, so what will you do ... Read more

Visiting Devils Tower National Monument In Wyoming: Is It Worth It?
Devils Tower National Monument is undoubtably a remarkable geological wonder, but is it worth visiting when you road trip through Wyoming or around South Dakota’s Black Hills? The short answer ... Read more

The Places You Can Stay Near Grand Canyon South Rim
If you’re feeling overwhelmed about where to stay when you visit Grand Canyon South Rim, trust us, you don’t need to worry. It’s really easy to figure out: You can ... Read more

Where To Stay Near Badlands National Park (Places + Hotels)
Badlands National Park has limited hotel options both inside and near the park boundaries. Interior and Wall are closest to the park, and they work for short term stays if ... Read more

50 Best Free + Cheap Things To Do In NYC
New York City has many free and cheap attractions, including parks, museums, observation decks, landmarks, neighborhoods and foods. The best things to do in NYC include seeing the Empire State ... Read more

The Perfect 4 Days In New York City Itinerary For Your First Visit
New York City is one of our favorite places on the planet. We love its iconic attractions, diverse neighborhoods and perpetual feel good buzz. But we also know that planning ... Read more

Our Guide On Where To Stay In New York City
Finding a quality hotel to suit your budget and itinerary can be the most challenging part of planning a trip to New York City. Trust us, we’ve done it enough ... Read more

8 Important Things To Know Before Booking A New York City Helicopter Ride
Flying high above Manhattan in a helicopter tour is certainly one of the top bucket list things to do in New York City. But with so many operators and companies ... Read more

20 Photo Spots You Can’t Miss In New York City
New York City is one of the world’s outstanding urban photography destinations. It’s a concrete jungle loaded with iconic buildings, landmarks, skylines and architecture that leaves photographers like us in ... Read more

Afternoon Tea At The Whitby Hotel In Midtown Manhattan
The Whitby Bar and Restaurant in New York City is a popular place for afternoon tea. While it’s a bit pricy at $75 per person, this is the perfect way ... Read more

Guide To Visiting Edge At Hudson Yards In NYC
The Edge is one of New York City’s newest observation decks found on the 100th floor of Hudson Yards in Midtown Manhattan. It features an outdoor viewing platform and a ... Read more

The Places You Have To See On A Central Park Snow Day In Winter
Central Park is one of those places you can’t help but gravitate towards every time you visit New York City. At least it is for us! We’ve been lucky enough ... Read more

How To Walk The Manhattan Bridge In New York City
While the Brooklyn Bridge is main show stopper in New York City, the Manhattan Bridge is another popular option for crossing the East River. This is a lesser crowded bridge ... Read more

20 Best Things To Do In Lower Manhattan (Financial District)
Lower Manhattan offers many things to do for the entire family including parks, museums, restaurants, an observation deck, rejuvenated shipping piers and world famous landmarks. Visitors are spoiled for choice ... Read more

Is The New York CityPASS Worth It?
The New York CityPASS is one of the three major attraction passes in the Empire City and we’ve personally used this pass ourselves. In this review, we’ll tell you everything ... Read more

Our Detailed Top Of The Rock vs Empire State Building Comparison
Top of the Rock and the Empire State Building are the two longest standing and most iconic New York observation decks. Today, there are three modern and shiny new kids ... Read more

The Brooklyn Bridge At Sunset And Night: Walking Route + Photo Spots
Walking across New York City’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge for the first time is a truly unforgettable experience no matter the time of day, but there’s something extra special about crossing ... Read more

How To Experience Sunrise At The Brooklyn Bridge In NYC
Walking across the Brooklyn Bridge at sunrise was one of our favorite memories from living in New York City for a few months in early 2021. We started with sunrise ... Read more

Visiting The Statue Of Liberty And Ellis Island By Ferry From Manhattan
We couldn’t wait to get up close and personal with Lady Liberty when we moved to New York City. So we quickly booked our Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ... Read more

10 Unique Things You Need To See In Lake Placid, New York
Lake Placid is a charming, picturesque and immensely popular year round resort village nestled within the heart of the stunning Adirondack Mountains. It’s located in the far northeast corner of ... Read more

Hiking Van Hoevenberg Trail To Mt Marcy Summit In Upstate NY
Mount Marcy is the tallest mountain of the 46 High Peaks in the Adirondacks, and it’s also the highest point in New York State. We hiked the popular Van Hoevenberg ... Read more

How To Hike High Falls Gorge Trail In Upstate New York
High Falls Gorge is one of our favorite places to visit near Lake Placid. After slowly meandering around the gorge’s wooden boardwalks and bridges during our first New England fall ... Read more

Where To Stay In Yosemite Valley And Near The Park
We’ve visited most of America’s popular national parks and one thing is usually apparent when it comes to lodging: it’s either excellent or seriously lacking. Yosemite is uniquely challenging because ... Read more

How To Plan A Salt Lake City To Yellowstone Road Trip
Planning your Salt Lake City to Yellowstone and Grand Teton road trip starts with figuring out the things you want to do, creating the perfect itinerary and booking your hotels ... Read more

10 Key Things To Know About Visiting Yellowstone National Park In October
Visiting Yellowstone National Park in October is an unforgettable experience with benefits like reduced crowds and lower lodging occupancy rates, but it’s also very late in the season and that ... Read more

Where To Stay When You Visit Yellowstone National Park
We’ve always said that figuring out where to stay and booking hotels is the hardest part about planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park. Should you stay at lodges inside ... Read more

10 Excellent Airports To Use Near Yellowstone (By Distance)
Yellowstone is the second largest national park in the lower 48 states of America. It has 5 entrances spanning the compass points, hundreds of amazing geothermal features and a handful ... Read more

What You Need To Know About Visiting Schwabacher Landing
Grand Teton is one of the most visually spectacular national parks we’ve visited in the US, and Schwabacher Landing at sunrise is up there among our favorite photo spots in ... Read more

Our Sunrise + Sunset Photography Guide For Mormon Row In Grand Teton
Grand Teton’s Mormon Row is home to two of the most photographed barns in the US, and most of those photos are taken at either sunrise or sunset. Surrounded by ... Read more

How To Hike Yosemite’s Mist Trail + John Muir Trail Loop
The steep and lung-busting Mist Trail is Yosemite’s most heavily trafficked hike. We climbed up beyond Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall before completing a supremely scenic loop back to the ... Read more

10 Sunrise + Sunset Photo Spots You Can’t Miss At Grand Canyon South Rim
Sunrises and sunsets are infinitely better when you watch them rise or fall over a dramatic landscape, and Grand Canyon South Rim is up there with the most picturesque landscapes ... Read more

Our 10 Favorite Photography Locations In Yosemite
Yosemite National Park is a dream come true for landscape photography lovers. We were utterly blown away by its majestic granite domes, giant Sequoia groves, lush meadows, awe inspiring sunrises ... Read more

Our 10 Favorite Photography Locations In Bryce Canyon
After visiting most of America’s famous national parks and exploring the world for many years, we can confidently tell you that Bryce Canyon is one of the most photogenic landscapes ... Read more

How To Hike Queens Garden + Navajo Loop Trail
Queens Garden Navajo Loop Trail was the one hike we knew we couldn’t miss when we visited Bryce Canyon National Park. It had amazing reviews and it looked fantastic in ... Read more

10 Fun Hiking Trails For Your Arches National Park Itinerary
Arches is one of our favorite national parks for hiking because the trails are fun, picturesque and lead to truly unique red rock formations. Plus, the park is small so ... Read more

How To Hike Canyon Overlook Trail In Zion National Park
Canyon Overlook is one of the most popular hiking trails in Zion National Park because it’s short, family friendly and leads to spectacular views. We’ve hiked the easy 1-mile roundtrip ... Read more

How To Hike The Unique Angels Landing Trail In Zion
Angels Landing is probably the scariest hike we’ve done. Thrilling? Yes. Adventurous? Sure. But boy does it send your BPM into the stratosphere. We’ve actually climbed up the razor-thin shark-fin ... Read more

Our Guide To Day Hiking The Zion Narrows From The Bottom Up
The Narrows in Zion National Park is hands down one of our favorite trails in America. In essence, it’s a unique and adventurous hike through a shallow river flanked by ... Read more

40 Beautiful Photo Spots You Must Visit In The US
The United States is one of the best places in the world to learn, practice and perfect your landscape photography skills. You and your camera really are spoiled for choice ... Read more

Visiting Letchworth State Park For The First Time
Located in beautiful western New York, Letchworth State Park showcases the powerful Genesee River as it flows through a stunning gorge featuring three large waterfalls and numerous hiking trails. It’s ... Read more

How To Spend 2 Days In Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton showcases everything a national park should have: stunning sunrise and sunset photo spots, scenic hikes, mountains and lakes, freely roaming wildlife, elevated viewpoints and a fantastic nearby town ... Read more

Our Grand Canyon South Rim Day Trip Itinerary
It’s easier to plan a one day Grand Canyon South Rim itinerary than you might imagine. We’ve been to South Rim twice, and both times we spent 2 full days ... Read more

San Francisco To San Diego Road Trip: 23 Stops + Itinerary
San Francisco to San Diego is the most popular section to drive along the famous California Highway One road trip route, which is also known as the Pacific Coast Highway. ... Read more

10 Unmissable Things To Do In LA For First Time Visitors
Los Angeles is the iconic home of Blockbuster movie productions, sandy beaches, never-ending sunshine and almost 50 million annual tourists. But in the entertainment capital of the world, it can ... Read more

What To Expect At Horseshoe Bend During Sunrise And Sunset
Horseshoe Bend is one of the most striking geological formations we’ve seen in the US that isn’t located inside a national park. After hiking to the viewpoint overlooking the deep ... Read more

How To Find The 10 Best Waterfalls In New York State
Many people consider New York state to be filled with yellow taxi cabs, towering skyscrapers and Kevin McCallister’s favorite place to set up traps for Harry and Marv in Home ... Read more

Hiking The Watkins Glen Gorge Trail To Rainbow Falls
Watkins Glen State Park is home to one our favorite hidden gem photo spots in the entire US – Rainbow Falls. Kristen grew up in western New York and we ... Read more

Visiting Taughannock Falls State Park For The First Time
Located in Tompkins County within western New York, Taughannock Falls State Park features a stunning 215 ft waterfall that plunges over a massive gorge. In addition to the beautiful waterfalls ... Read more

Hiking The Buttermilk Falls State Park Gorge Trail
Located nestled away in Tompkins county in the New York Finger Lakes region, Buttermilk Falls State Park features frothing waterfalls, jagged gorges and natural beauty in abundance. This is a ... Read more

How To Find The Waterfalls At Robert H. Treman State Park
Overflowing with wild beauty, rugged gorges and dramatic waterfalls, Robert H. Treman State Park in Ithaca, NY is the perfect day out for hiking in the Finger Lakes region. Lucifer ... Read more

Our Review Of The Warner Bros Studio Tour In Hollywood
Touring a tv and movie studio should be on your Los Angeles travel itinerary, especially if you’re visiting for the very first time. But tours are not cheap and they ... Read more

Our Comparison Of The Alcatraz Island Day And Night Tours
Alcatraz Island has a story so intriguing that it draws in over 1.5 million visitors each year making it one of the most visited attractions in San Francisco. But there ... Read more

How To Spend 3 Amazing Days In San Francisco, California
San Francisco is a tourist friendly city loaded with iconic landmarks, famous museums, sandy beaches and a diverse food scene. But with so many things to do, how do you ... Read more

Our 10 Favorite Golden Gate Bridge Photo Spots + Viewpoints
San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous landmarks in America, and it’s up there with the most well known bridges in the world. After walking, ... Read more

How To Spend 3 Amazing Days In San Diego, California
San Diego is an outdoorsy, laid back and trendy city boasting the best tacos in the US. If you like museums, beaches, history, food or sunsets, you’re going to love ... Read more

The Perfect Las Vegas To Death Valley Day Trip Itinerary
After taking two trips to Death Valley, we can honestly say it’s one of the most underrated national parks in America. Despite it’s ominous sounding name, it is in fact ... Read more

1-3 Days Yosemite National Park Itineraries: How To Plan A First Visit
Yosemite is a treasure trove of natural beauty. We were blown away by spellbinding landscapes, smooth granite domes and majestic valley views during our 3 day Yosemite trip, and we ... Read more

How To Hike Delicate Arch Trail For Sunset In Arches National Park
After exploring most of America’s popular landscapes and national parks, we can honestly say Delicate Arch has one of the most striking sunset scenes in the country. The trail was ... Read more

10 Amazing Utah Road Trips: Unique Itineraries + Maps
Utah is one of our favorite places to road trip in the US. The Beehive State has so many unique route options through national parks, state parks and even off-road ... Read more

How To See The Highlights At Arches And Canyonlands In One Day
The major highlights of both Arches and Canyonlands can be seen in one day. We know because we’ve done it ourselves. If you follow the same long but amazing dawn ... Read more

How To Spend 3 Days In Zion And Bryce Canyon
Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks make for a perfect long weekend getaway or midweek escape. Why? Because they’re easy to access from Las Vegas airport, they’re very close to ... Read more

Our Mesa Arch Sunrise Photography Experience
Mesa Arch in Canyonlands National Park is one of the most striking sunrise photo spots we’ve ever seen. And we’ve done our fair share of travel photography since we started ... Read more

Our Day Trip Route Through Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is a popular weekend getaway destination for millions each year, but you can definitely tick off the park’s major highlights in just one day if you’re ... Read more

4 Days In Yellowstone National Park Itinerary: How To Plan A First Visit
Yellowstone National Park is a travel planning unicorn. It’s an enormous park with multiple entrances, regions and accommodation options, and there’s so much to see. We’re happy to admit that ... Read more

South Dakota Road Trip Itinerary (4 + 7 Days)
We’ve driven two road trips through the stunning Black Hills of South Dakota and we think it has to be considered as one of the most underrated vacation spots in ... Read more

8 Fun Things To Do In Custer State Park, South Dakota
Custer State Park is a 71,000-acre recreational area in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota. It’s one of the largest, most diverse and popular state parks to visit ... Read more

America The Beautiful Pass: Is The US National Parks Pass Worth It?
Do you plan to visit several US national parks, monuments, battlefields, forests and seashores in the next year? If the answer is yes, you should seriously consider buying an America ... Read more

How To Hike Black Elk Peak Trail In South Dakota
Black Elk Peak Trail is a moderately difficult 7-mile round trip hike with 1,500 feet elevation gain in Custer State Park, which is located within South Dakota’s Black Hills National ... Read more

How To Plan The Perfect Mount Rushmore Vacation
Mount Rushmore is an incredibly popular vacation spot in the heart of South Dakota’s beautiful Black Hills. But what is there to do once you arrive at the world-famous national ... Read more

The Best Badlands Photo Spots (+ Our Favorites)
Badlands National Park has a wide range of excellent photo spots including overlooks, wildlife and action photos on hiking trails. It’s a wide open landscape with rugged buttes, spires, canyons, ... Read more

The 12 Best Things To Do In Badlands National Park
Badlands National Park has many fun things to do for visitors, including hiking picturesque trails, watching beautiful sunrises and sunsets, spotting wildlife like bighorn sheep and photographing the unique Badlands ... Read more

Capitol Reef Photography Guide: Best Photo Spots In Fruita
Capitol Reef National Park is certainly one of the best places you can visit in Utah, but this smaller park offers a different take on photography compared to its Mighty ... Read more

What You Shouldn’t Miss In Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park is Utah’s quieter, smaller and lesser known of the epic Mighty 5 road trip circuit. We’re genuinely so glad we took on the extra driving to ... Read more