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…
Saguaro National Park sits just outside of Tucson in southern Arizona, and is one of the most unique national parks in the U.S. Unlike parks known for towering mountains or fascinating rock formations, Saguaro was the first national park designated to protect a plant—the saguaro cactus. These iconic cacti are the giants of the desert….
You don’t have to go far from downtown New Orleans to find the bayous, wetlands, and marshlands that fill the Mississippi Delta around the city. So after you’re done wandering through the French Quarter, biking through the Garden District, or discovering NOLA’s unique cemeteries, you simply must head out to the bayous for a swamp…
Some national parks steal the spotlight. Others quietly surprise you—with fewer crowds, underrated trails, and views that rival just about anywhere… Capitol Reef is the oft-forgotten and oft-overlooked national park in Utah’s Mighty 5. And while, sure, it doesn’t offer world-famous attractions like Angel’s Landing in Zion or Delicate Arch in Arches, Capitol Reef National…
If you’re searching for yet another fun hike to do in Sedona, look no further – Bell Rock is such an exciting and adventurous trail to explore. Located near Courthouse Butte, this prominent mountain in Sedona is a scramble up to craggy cliffs and overlooks. Bell Rock ended up being a top 5 trail for…
The Hawaiian island of Maui was formed by a massive volcano that today covers more than half of the island. This volcano is Haleakala and is home to Haleakala National Park. While visiting the national park offers amazing natural experiences, one of the most exciting activities on Maui is biking down Haleakala, from just below…