When Tim and I decided to add Channel Islands to our California trip, we knew we had exactly one day. We were in the area for IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside, and Channel Islands was close enough to check off park number 56 of the US national parks, but our race gear filled every bag we had, […]
Planning one day in Crater Lake National Park? In just 24 hours, you can hike to breathtaking viewpoints, drive the full caldera rim with stops at the park’s best overlooks, visit Wizard Island, and even watch the sunset from a historic fire tower. With smart planning, Crater Lake delivers an unforgettable experience in a single, […]
Are you interested in racing an Ironman distance triathlon but want a flat and fast course? How about extending your trip with a post-race beach vacation? At IRONMAN Florida, you can do both. Swim in the crystal clear waters of the gulf, cycle down long flat Florida highways, and run along the coast before officially […]
Picture this: you’ve decided you’re finally going to do it. You’re going to Europe. The excitement is real. So is the panic when you open Google and realize there are roughly a million opinions on where to go, what to see, and how to do it all in 10 days. We’ve been traveling to Europe […]
Olympic National Park is one of the most diverse and logistically complex national parks in the United States and figuring out how to structure your time here can feel overwhelming. This Olympic National Park itinerary combines the best of the park into one easy-to-plan trip, and we’re sharing it from experience. We spent four days […]
Melbourne blends world-class coffee, vibrant street art, and historic arcades into one of Australia’s most exciting cities. From sipping cappuccinos at legendary cafés to watching Aussie Rules football at the MCG, here are the best things to do in Melbourne. Melbourne is one of Australia’s most exciting cities, known for its world-class coffee culture, vibrant […]
Discover the very best viewpoints along the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, from quick overlooks to short hikes out to beaches and views of the rugged coastlines. We will also provide photographs of each viewpoint, a map, plus a list of which viewpoints to skip. The Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor is one […]
Looking for the best Glacier National Park itinerary? This step-by-step guide maps out the ideal way to spend 1, 2, 3, or more days exploring Going-to-the-Sun Road, Many Glacier, Logan Pass, and the park’s most iconic hikes. Glacier National Park is one of the most spectacular places to visit in the United States, but planning […]
Discover the best things to do in Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, including a one-day itinerary covering the top spots and nearby attractions. Welcome to Del Norte Coast, a California state park that features ancient redwood trees and dramatic coastlines. As part of the Redwoods National and State Parks, you can get up close […]
In this guide, we will uncover the 10 best hikes in Lassen Volcanic, from popular trails to a few hidden gems. These are located along Highway 89 (the heart of the park) and in more remote regions such as Warner Valley and Butte Lake. Stroll through bubbling hydrothermal areas, summit volcanoes like Cinder Cone and […]
The Damnation Creek Trail is our favorite hike in Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park. It’s a short but challenging hike, with a trail running through old-growth redwood forests out to a picturesque beach. We hiked the Damnation Creek Trail on a September morning, and it quickly became one of our favorite experiences in Redwood […]
Discover the best things to do in Crater Lake National Park, including its top viewpoints, scenic drives, and hiking trails. One day is enough to see the highlights, but more time allows you to hike another trail or two. Home to the deepest lake in the United States, Crater Lake amazes visitors every year with […]
The Figure 8 Trail combines three popular trails together into a single hike. This includes the Queen’s Garden Trail, the Peekaboo Loop Trail, and the Navajo Loop Trail. All of these trails take you through the amphitheater at Bryce Canyon National Park, where you will be surrounded by hoodoos and sandstone rock formations. This trail […]
In Lassen Volcanic National Park, there’s no shortage of volcanoes to see. Highlights include the iconic Lassen Peak, massive lava rocks, and steaming hydrothermal features like Bumpass Hell. For a less crowded hike that highlights historic lava flows and offers sweeping views from an extinct volcano, put the Cinder Cone Trail on your list. This […]
There are many different ways to plan a trip to Sicily. For those with limited time, this 7-day Sicily itinerary includes a few of the island’s must-see spots and is very easy to plan. You’ll need flights in and out of Catania, one hotel reservation, and a few tours. One of the best things about […]
For us, the Erfurt Christmas Market exceeded our expectations. And to think we almost skipped it. While researching which Christmas markets to visit in Germany, we put Erfurt high on our list, but we couldn’t quite work it into our itinerary. That changed when we had some extra time on the drive from Dresden to […]
The Trier Christmas Market is one of Germany’s lesser-known markets. Located in western Germany, not far from Luxembourg, this ancient city is home to a small Christmas market and several churches and historical sites well worth visiting. We visited the Trier Christmas Market as part of a bigger trip to northern Germany. Cologne was our […]
Traben-Trarbach is a small town set along the Moselle River in western Germany, best known for its wine heritage and distinctive underground architecture. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Traben-Trarbach became one of Europe’s most important wine trading centers, second only to Bordeaux. To support this booming industry, vast wine cellars were built […]