United States
The United States is made up of 50 states that vary in landscape, climate, and culture. You can visit the many vibrant and exciting cities around the country or spend time exploring the varying landscapes and national parks. There are 63 National Parks that offer incredible nature and unique experiences. Relax on one of the many beaches in Maui, go skiing in the mountains in Colorado, or shop in Soho in New York City. There is so much to see and do in the US that it can get overwhelming to plan a trip. Choose a state below and read the guides to help you plan your next trip.
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15 Best Day Trips from Phoenix
A day trip from Phoenix is the perfect way to escape the heat without spending too much money. During the four years I’ve lived in Phoenix I have taken many incredible day trips from Phoenix to lakes, national parks, and
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve Guide: Best Hikes and Views
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is a beautiful reserve with nice hiking trails, beautiful coves, relaxing beaches, and diverse plant and animal species. There are over 300 plant and 250 different animal species found in this reserve. Some of the
Big Sur Weekend Road Trip Itinerary
Big Sur, California has the most incredible coastline with redwoods, bright blue water, large cliffs, and waterfalls. A weekend road trip in Big Sur offers the perfect getaway to relax, hike, and explore. Big Sur is made up of several
Day Trip To Jerome: Arizona Ghost Town
About 2 hours north of Phoenix you can find Jerome, an old copper mining town. Jerome is located on top of Cleopatra Hill overlooking Verde Valley which is at 5,000 ft elevation. Since Jerome is cooler than Phoenix so it
Best Things to Do in White Sands National Park
Located in New Mexico, White Sands National Park is the largest gypsum dunefield in the world at 275 square miles. White Sands was a National Monument from 1933, but designated a National Park in 2019 making it the 62nd US
Temecula Weekend Getaway
Temecula Valley is a beautiful wine region in southern California. Located not far from San Diego, Palm Springs, and Los Angeles, Temecula offers a great weekend getaway. Temecula Valley is smaller than the popular Sonoma Valley and Napa Valley, but
5 Most Underrated National Parks in the U.S. You Must Visit
The United States has 63 incredible national parks. You have probably heard of the popular Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain, and Yellowstone. Not far from all these well known national parks are breathtaking parks that are often missed. After spending time
Waimea Canyon and Koke’e State Park: Best Views and Hikes
Waimea Canyon State Park and Koke’e State Park are both incredible and very different state parks located next to each other along highway 550 in Kauai. Waimea Canyon State Park is known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, with
4-Day Kauai Itinerary: An Unforgettable Adventure
Kauai, known as the Garden Island, is the oldest Hawaiian island, covered with lush tropical rainforest. Some of the island is only accessible by ocean or air making it an exciting island to uncover. One thing you cannot miss while
Day Trip to Channel Islands National Park: Santa Cruz Island
A day trip to Channel Islands National Park, Santa Cruz Island, is a perfect way to spend a vacation day. Channel Islands National Park is located off the coast of California and is made up of five islands: Anacapa Island,
Yellowstone National Park Weekend Itinerary
Yellowstone National Park is a unique national park that protects an area where large volcanic eruptions happened with the latest an estimated 631,000 years ago. The park has diverse wildlife including bison, wolves, bighorn, elk, grizzly bears, black bears, and
Best Things To Do in a Weekend in Portland
This vibrant city has unique cafes and boutiques, markets that make you feel like you’re in Europe, and countless microbreweries. I lived in Portland for a summer and completely fell in love with the city. Below was what I usually
Guide to Oregon Wine Country: Willamette Valley
Visit Willamette Valley, Oregon Wine Country, for a relaxing and delicious wine filled day! Oregon is best known for their Pinot Noir, my favorite. Many of the vineyards are family owned, and you can even get to meet the owners at
Best Hikes Near Phoenix
Phoenix is surrounded by many mountains and lakes, offering unique hikes with great views. On the hiking trails near Phoenix you can find caves, different species of cacti, lakes, and varying views. After hiking around the Phoenix for four years,
Best Long Weekend Road Trips from Phoenix
You just realized that you have a three day weekend coming up and want to plan a road trip but need some ideas. Road trips are a great way to save money and are easy to plan last minute since