Hawaii Volcanoes To Do List

Top 10 Things to Do in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park

Julie United States 10 Comments

Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is home to two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kīlauea. If you get lucky with your timing, you can catch Kīlauea in action, as molten lava oozes up from below the Earth’s crust, creating brand new land. But there is more to Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park than volcanic eruptions. You can hike …

One Day in the Everglades

One Perfect Day in Everglades National Park

Julie United States 46 Comments

When you think of the Everglades, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Mosquitos, alligators, and hot, humid weather? Yes, you can find those things here (and in great abundance depending on the time of year you visit), but there is so much more to the Everglades than hot, sticky weather and dangerous wildlife. Everglades National Park is …

Rocky Mountain NP Guide

10 Best Things to Do in Rocky Mountain National Park

Julie United States 20 Comments

With lofty mountain peaks, hiking trails that lead to alpine lakes and waterfalls, wildlife, and a scenic drive along one of the highest roads in the USA, Rocky Mountain National Park is a joy to explore. In this post, learn about the best things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park with tips on how to have the best experience. …

One Day in the Grand Canyon

One Day in the Grand Canyon Itinerary: Things to Do, Map, Photos

Julie United States 42 Comments

If you only have one day in the Grand Canyon, what should you do? Grand Canyon National Park is enormous. With thousands of acres of land, four rims to visit, plus the option to hike below the rim, there is no way that you will get to everything in just one day. However, with one day in the Grand Canyon, …

Death Valley National Park

Death Valley National Park Travel Guide

Death Valley is the hottest, driest, and lowest place in the United States. But don’t let its mysterious name and seemingly barren landscape discourage you from planning a trip here. This park is full of wonderful surprises. With barren salt flats, towering mountains, mysterious sailing stones, shifting sand dunes, rainbow-colored mountains, and canyons to explore, there is a lot to …

US National Parks List

Ultimate US National Parks List for 2024 (+ Printable Checklist)

Julie National Park, United States 18 Comments

The US national parks are one of this country’s best ideas…land set aside for the preservation of the natural world and the enjoyment of the people. Every few years, another park gets added and the US national parks list grows a little longer. Over the past 150 years, 63 national parks have been created in the United States. In this …

American Southwest Itinerary 14 days

Two Week American Southwest Road Trip: Grand Canyon & Utah’s Mighty 5

Julie Itinerary, United States 80 Comments

This is one of the best road trips in the USA. On this American Southwest road trip, you will visit Utah’s Mighty 5, the Grand Canyon, and a handful of wonderful state parks and national monuments. This is the itinerary I wish we had when we planned our first road trip to the American Southwest. The sights you will see …

Badlands Sunrise Photo

15 Amazing Things to Do in Badlands National Park (+ Photos & Map)

Julie United States 25 Comments

Badlands National Park is a highly underrated park in the United States. The colorful buttes, spires, and pinnacles create one of the most photogenic landscapes in the country. Bison and bighorn sheep roam the largest mixed-grass prairie in the United States. The sunrises and sunsets are magical, the hiking trails are short and sweet, and for those looking for more …

Nevada

Nevada Travel Guide

Nevada Travel Guide Nevada… home to both the Entertainment Capital of the World and millions of acres of remote outdoor scenery. Join the party in Las Vegas, or escape to the beauty of Nevada’s rugged and wild land. With some of the best star-gazing in the country, unbelievable red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, unique wildlife, and more ghost towns than …

California

California Travel Guide

California Travel Guide California is home to some of the world’s tallest trees, breathtaking mountains, stunning desert landscapes, gorgeous beaches, and bustling cities. There are countless adventures worth having here, whether it be wine-tasting in Napa, hiking to the top of Half Dome, or becoming a classic Californian surfer dude. California is a favorite destination for many travelers, and for …

National Park Itinerary

National Park Itinerary

National Park Itinerary Need help planning the perfect national park itinerary? Get ideas for your next road trip, including single and multi-day itineraries for the US national parks.Road Trip ItinerariesAmerican SouthwestNational ParksWhen To GoThis is one of the best road trips in the USA. On this 14-day itinerary, visit the Grand Canyon and Utah’s Mighty 5, as well as a …

Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park Travel Guide

With its desert scenery, hiking trails, rock climbing routes, hidden oases, scenic drives, and trees that look like they have been plucked from the pages of a Dr. Seuss book, Joshua Tree National Park is a joy to explore. Joshua Tree National Park gets its name for the Joshua trees, which are found throughout the park and the Mojave Desert. …

National Park Seasons Photo

Best US National Parks to Visit Month-By-Month

Best US National Parks to Visit Month-By-Month When planning a trip to the national parks, one of the most important things to consider is the time of year that you are planning your visit. With a few exceptions, most national parks have an optimal time to visit, based on factors such as weather, crowd levels, and road closures. In this …

Zoos in Australia

A Tale of Two Zoos

Julie Australia 8 Comments

Did you know that Australia is home to more species of animal than any other country in the world that can kill you? Did you know that there are people in Australia crazy enough to pick them up and show them to you? Most people are familiar with Steve Irwin, aka the Crocodile Hunter, who wrestled crocodiles, captured poisonous snakes, …

Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes

The Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes Tour in Katmai National Park

Julie United States 8 Comments

The Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes is the site of one of the world’s largest volcanic eruptions. Located in Katmai National Park, a visit to this area makes a great day trip from Brooks Lodge. I know that it can be hard to pull yourself away from the awesome bear viewing of the Brooks Falls viewing platforms, but if you …

Karnak Columns

15 Amazing Things to Do in Luxor, Egypt

Julie Egypt 7 Comments

Luxor, Egypt is the world’s greatest open-air museum. Ancient tombs and temples are scattered along the east and west bank of the Nile River. The Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Temple of Hatshepsut…these are just a few of the best things to do in Luxor. In this article, learn how to plan your visit to Luxor. …

Grand Teton Itinerary

Ultimate Grand Teton Itinerary: How to Spend 1 Day to 1 Week in Grand Teton

Julie United States 7 Comments

How many days do you need in Grand Teton National Park? How do you plan the perfect Grand Teton itinerary? The answer to these questions depends on two big factors. How much time do you have? And how much do you like to go hiking? For those who just want to see the main highlights, one day is really all …

How to Visit Yellowstone and Grand Teton

Yellowstone and Grand Teton Itinerary: Best Routes, Maps, & Photos

Julie United States 159 Comments

Yellowstone and Grand Teton are two of the most popular national parks in the USA. These two parks sit by side and together they create an incredible vacation destination. Hike into the Tetons, explore the geyser basins and hot springs in Yellowstone, and spot elk, bison and bear as you tour the parks. If you are planning your Yellowstone and …

Garmisch Partenkirchen

How We Spent One Week in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Julie Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein 36 Comments

Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a wonderful small town located in Bavaria, Germany, was our home base for one solid week. From Garmisch-Partenkirchen, we frequently day tripped to Austria, Liechtenstein, and other destinations in Bavaria. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a great place from which to explore southern Germany.  It is located in the German Alps, just a few miles from the border with Austria, which we …