Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “united states”
Isle au Haut is a secluded island in Maine’s Penobscot Bay, offering coastal hiking trails, scenic bike routes, and a peaceful fishing village. A significant part of the island is home to Acadia National Park, and its isolation from Bar Harbor keeps the crowds at bay, making Isle au Haut a dream escape for outdoor enthusiasts. We loved our time …
Mardi Gras, Bourbon Street, Creole cuisine, jazz, beignets, art galleries, and live music… what brings you to New Orleans? On a map, it might look small, but there are plenty of things to do in New Orleans to keep you busy. Whether you are here to stroll through the French Quarter, go shopping, dine on Po Boy’s and Bananas Foster, …
Lake Clark National Park is a wild, rugged expanse of land that is home to two active volcanoes, icy glaciers, rocky, jagged mountains, several of the largest lakes in Alaska, and an abundance of wildlife. Located in Alaska, this national park is one of the least visited in the USA. There are no roads in Lake Clark National Park, there …
Lake Clark National Park is one of the least visited national parks in the USA. Located in Alaska, not far from Anchorage, this rugged, remote park is home to some of the most magnificent landscapes in the National Park system. Steaming volcanoes sit amidst the jagged, glacier covered Chigmit Mountains. Waterfalls spill down from the mountains, forming ribbons of rivers …
The Mount ‘Alava hike is one of the most adventure-filled trails featured in the National Park of American Samoa. You’ll find a path less wandered by your average visitor as you hike along one of American Samoa’s many ridgelines. Be prepared for a trek through the jungle and incredible views out over Pago Pago Harbor and the island. There are …
Visiting a rooftop bar or two (or three!) is one of the best things to do in Savannah. If you want drinks with a view, you have quite a few rooftop bars in Savannah to choose from. We are frequent visitors to Savannah. Having a cocktail and a small plate of food while enjoying the view from a rooftop bar …
Many people travel to Savannah to tour its historic squares and homes, go on a ghost tour, or enjoy the nightlife (this is a popular spot for bachelorette parties), but Savannah is also home to many great restaurants. In fact, one of the best things to do in Savannah is to eat. Peaches, shrimp and grits, fried green tomatoes, pecan …
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 …
If you are planning a road trip from Las Vegas to San Diego, there are several different ways to do it. Go on a national park road trip, visiting both Death Valley National Park and Joshua Tree National Park on the drive. Or, you can spend some time in the Mojave National Preserve, which is home to a surprisingly wide …
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a gem of a state park. With desert landscapes, slot canyons and dirt roads to explore, and hidden oases, this is a great place to add to your itinerary, if you will be visiting southern California. In this guide, we cover how to spend one day in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Interesting Facts about Anza-Borrego …
If you are planning your Maui itinerary, there is an overwhelming amount of information to process…both on the internet and in guidebooks. We want to simplify that for you. In this guide, we share with you Maui’s top experiences, how to organize them day-by-day, and then how to put this all together to create your perfect Maui itinerary, whether you …
Indiana Dunes is one of the newest national parks in the USA. This has been a popular beach destination for decades, but it is also one of the most biodiverse national parks in the USA. Exploring the sand dunes and relaxing on the beach are two of the best things to do in Indiana Dunes National Park, but hiking and …
Indiana Dunes National Park preserves one of the most diverse ecosystems in the US national parks. The Paul H. Douglas Trail (also called the Miller Woods Trail) gives you the opportunity to hike through several of these ecosystems and visit the Lake Michigan shoreline. It’s one of the most beautiful hikes in the park, especially during the spring when the …
In Indiana Dunes State Park, the 3 Dune Challenge is a trail that summits three of the tallest dunes in the park: Mt. Jackson, Mt. Holden, and Mt. Tom. Ordinarily, hiking up not one but three sand dunes is not what most people would call fun. But call it a “challenge” and it instantly becomes a popular hike. How Hard …
With enormous sand dunes, cinder cones, lava beds, and the densest population of Joshua Trees in the world, Mojave National Preserve is home to a wide variety of landscapes. This is a fun place to explore and makes a great addition to a southern California road trip. In this guide, we cover the best things to do in Mojave National …
The Northwestern Fjord Cruise is one of the best ways to experience Kenai Fjords National Park. You will venture further into Kenai Fjords National Park than any other cruise. By doing so you will maximize your chances of seeing a variety of marine and other wildlife, witness the allure and power of glaciers, and observe the natural surrounding beauty that …
Canyonlands and Arches are two national parks that sit side-by-side near Moab, Utah. Since these parks are neighbors, it is possible to visit both of them in one very busy day. In this guide, we cover the best way to spend one day in Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. We are frequent visitors to this area and have visited these …
On this 10-day Texas New Mexico road trip itinerary, you will visit four national parks plus make a quick detour to a gem of a state park that just might be one of the big highlights of the trip. Go hiking in Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains, explore the underground wonderland of Carlsbad Caverns, and sled on dunes as white …
Chelsea is a neighborhood that is located on the west side of Manhattan. This trendy area is home to art galleries, rooftop bars, many great shops and restaurants, and a few underrated museums. Hudson Yards is located on the north end of Chelsea. This ultra-modern area is home to glass skyscrapers, a performing arts theater, and one of the newest …
The Permian Reef Trail is an awesome hike in the McKittrick Canyon section of Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Leave the crowds behind as you ascend to the top of a Wilderness Ridge with spectacular views into McKittrick Canyon and the surrounding area. While everyone else is hiking the other two trails in this area, the McKittrick Canyon Trail and the McKittrick …