Visiting the sprawling estates that scream “old money” and grand fortresses with towers that touch the sky makes one imagine how the other half lives. Of course, with all the wealth in America, the country has its fair share of jaw-dropping mansions and castles. Although it’s not as concentrated as the Loire Valley in France…
Have you ever looked at an elephant-shaped rock or a colorful hot spring and thought, “Wow, nature is truly wild!”? We often think of visiting breathtaking landscapes, marveling at golden sunsets, and, of course, the classics like the Grand Canyon or Yosemite Valley. But what if I told you there are a ton of mind-blowing…
Before every trip with my young kids, I was frantically Googling things like, “Can I bring milk through security?” or “Do I have to fold my stroller at TSA?” I’ve been there—more times than I can count. After 24 flights with babies and toddlers (and plenty of airport meltdowns), I’ve learned a few tricks. Today,…
National Parks tend to get all the attention—and for good reason. They’re home to some of the most iconic landscapes in the country, with some of the most magnificent National Parks concentrated in the western US. But also scattered across the west are dozens of National Monuments that quietly protect places just as scenic, fascinating,…
There’s something special about ending your day in a national park by watching the sunset. The crowds thin out, the temperatures drop, and the whole landscape starts to shift as the light changes. Whether you’re sitting quietly on a canyon rim or watching shadows stretch across a desert valley, sunset always seems to bring a…
When it comes to American travel, it’s easy to focus on flashy cities, national parks, or road trip stops — but some of the most fascinating places to explore are the ones with deep roots and layered histories. From colonial settlements and Revolutionary War landmarks to defensive forts and centuries-old architecture, the U.S. is full…
The western United States is home to some of the most incredible landscapes in the country, from towering red rock formations to dense forests of ancient trees. While the national parks get most of the attention (and deservedly so), the region’s state parks offer equally stunning scenery—usually without the overwhelming crowds. These parks protect everything…
National parks are some of the most incredible places to hike in the United States, but not every trail has to be an intense, all-day trek. Some of the best hikes in the national parks are short, easy, and still packed with amazing scenery—whether it’s a dramatic arch in the desert, a peaceful forest trail,…