Only one road leads into Denali (Denali Park Road) and currently it is closed at mile 43, which is about the halfway point. This road closure cuts off access into the backcountry of the park, which is unfortunate, since some of Denali’s best experiences lie beyond this road closure. However, even with the road closure, […]
This guide covers the best things to do in Saint John, including activities in Virgin Islands National Park and must-have experiences outside the park, such as kayaking spots and scenic dining options. We also include key travel details like where to stay, how to get there, and the best time to visit, complete with weather […]
Discover the top things to do in Virgin Islands National Park, along with what you need to know to plan your trip, including how to get there, the best time to visit, where to stay, and tips for organizing your time. Virgin Islands National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks we have […]
Hike to one of the largest icefields in North America, spot humpback whales and orcas on a wildlife cruise, kayak in front of glaciers, go ice climbing or glacier hiking, and soar over the fjords in a helicopter…these are all things to do in Kenai Fjords National Park. This is one of the few national […]
One of the best ways to explore the USA is on a good old-fashioned road trip. Cruise along Route 66, road trip through the Florida Keys, explore the American Southwest, or even drive from coast to coast. In this guide, we share 18 of the best USA road trips…18 great ideas for your next big […]
Deciding where to stay in Key West? From luxury waterfront resorts and boutique hotels to historic Victorian mansions and budget-friendly guesthouses, there are plenty of options. But with so many neighborhoods and hotels to choose from, finding the right place to stay can be a challenge. We’ve visited Key West four times, staying in different […]
Discover the best things to do in Denali National Park, from bus tours along Denali Park Road and a flightseeing tour above the Alaska Range to spotting Alaska’s Big Five, hiking the Savage Alpine Trail, and visiting the famous sled dog kennels. Denali National Park is one of those places that redefines your sense of […]
Driving from Miami to Key West is one of the best road trips in the USA. White sandy beaches, palm trees, beautiful aquamarine water, warm sunny skies…sounds nice, right? Add in tropical drinks, alfresco dining, a few slices of key lime pie, a national park or two (or even three), and some of the most […]
We have taken two trips to Alaska. The first was a three-week road trip with our whole family, our kids were older teenagers at the time, covering Anchorage, Valdez, Wrangell-St. Elias, Denali, Kenai Fjords, Homer, Seward, and Katmai National Park. It remains one of the best trips we have ever taken as a family. Several […]
Sitting seventy miles west of Key West is the last group of islands in the Florida Keys. This is the location of Dry Tortugas National Park, an underrated gem in the national park system. In this guide, we cover the best things to do in Dry Tortugas National Park, from exploring historic Fort Jefferson to […]
Getting to Dry Tortugas National Park is an adventure in itself. Located 70 miles west of Key West, this remote national park can only be reached by boat or seaplane. For most visitors, that means choosing between the Yankee Freedom ferry and a seaplane flight, and these two experiences are very different. The ferry is […]
Biscayne National Park is one of the most unique national parks in the United States. With 95% of the park covered by water, exploring Biscayne means hopping on a boat to hike on tropical islands, snorkel over coral reefs and historic shipwrecks, paddle through mangrove forests, and cruise past the unusual houses of Stiltsville. Located […]
Many people travel to Key West for the beaches, sunsets, and nightlife, but Key West is also home to many great restaurants. In fact, one of the best things to do in Key West is eat. Key lime pie, conch fritters, Cuban food, coffee, fresh seafood, lobster rolls…the choices are endless. In this post, we […]
New York City is one of the largest, most influential cities in the world. With its rich history, famous landmarks, museums and theaters, and its ever changing skyline, the to-do list for visitors is enormous. 50 things to do in New York City sounds like a lot, and it is, but there are many more […]
Badlands, grasslands, bison, and the Little Missouri River are not the only attractions in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. You can also visit the Petrified Forest to see ancient, mineralized trees, similar to what you will see at Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona. Millions of years ago, this part of North Dakota was once a […]
With its compact size and short list of things to do, one day is all you really need to visit Congaree National Park. With one day in Congaree National Park, walk the boardwalk trail, go canoeing or kayaking on Cedar Creek, and venture farther into the wilderness on one of several other hiking trails in […]
There’s a moment on the train from Rome to Florence, about an hour in, where the landscape shifts from the flat Roman countryside to something greener and hillier, and you realize you’re already in a different Italy. We’ve made that journey more than once over six trips to Italy, and it never gets old. This […]
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is the newest addition to the Manhattan observation decks. The main reason to visit an observation deck is for the view. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt takes the experience to a whole different level. Located on the top three floors of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Manhattan is an immersive, multi-sensory experience with […]