Julie and I realized our dream last fall when we embarked on a scenic drive through Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The route offers breathtaking views and many places to ...

The Columbia River Gorge, located in the Pacific Northwest, has been carved out by the Columbia River. It is 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep in some areas. The gorge is part of the Lewis and ...

Imagine spending 1 day in Yosemite National Park. We share our itinerary and cover the highlights so you can plan your ...

Do you want to roam the halls of a prison that once held some of the world’s most dangerous criminals? Would you like to spend time on a mysterious island? Do you enjoy haunting history and natural ...

Julie and I visited Shenandoah National Park for the first time last fall. We were fortunate to arrive around peak foliage to enjoy the gorgeous scenery along Skyline Drive. However, we wanted to ...

Mandan, North Dakota has many fantastic family-friendly events and festivals. These 8 will have you ready to move.

White Sands National Park is a massive field of rolling dunes between Alamogordo and Las Cruces. Did I mention the sand is white? With mountains looming on the horizon, it looks like snow. The ...

During our recent trip to California, Julie and I visited three regions comprising four national parks. As you can imagine, I was super excited about this trip. However, one thing completely shocked ...

Nestled between Akron and Cleveland in northern Ohio, the state’s only full-fledged national park turns 24 this October. Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers an assortment of landscapes and ...

Many travelers immediately picture New York City upon mention of New York. While the iconic city may represent the state, you will not experience all New York offers until you visit 1000 Islands. The ...

Julie and I love visiting national parks, but a few, like Gates of the Arctic National Park, Alaska, are more challenging to reach. The remote park sits above the Arctic Circle and only received ...