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Virgin Islands National Park – The Best of Saint John in Two Days
Virgin Islands National Park is located on the island of Saint John, which is the smallest of three main islands in the U.S. Virgin Islands. It’s been a week since we left Saint John and I don’t think I’ve gone a day without dreaming about going back one day. Because of time constraints, my husband and I were only able to spend two nights on the island but in those couple days, Saint John has completely stolen our hearts. It’d be a lie if I told you that I haven’t considered checking job postings in St. John. Surely they need a speech therapist on the island. If you are even…
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One Day in Badlands National Park
My first visit to Badlands National Park was about 13 years ago during a family road trip to South Dakota to see Mount Rushmore. We didn’t spend more than a couple hours in the park and frankly I don’t remember being too impressed. But then again, I was only 13 years old. Then last week my husband approached me (aka begged me) about taking a last minute trip to South Dakota. I was anything but thrilled. I wanted to visit somewhere new. New to me at least. And South Dakota is one of those “visit only once” states, right? Reluctantly, I conceded and we booked our tickets. Sometimes marriage means…
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Spectacular New England Fall Road Trip
For years, I have been dreaming of a road-trip around New England. Since spending basically my whole life in Texas, where you can drive for 10 hours and still be in Texas, I have always been fascinated by the idea of crossing multiple state lines after only a couple hour’s drive. Everyone knows New England to be one of the best places in the US for leaf peeping and all things fall. So what better way to enjoy New England than a fall foliage road trip? This guide will provide you with tips and suggestions for planning your New England fall foliage road-trip as well as recommendations for things to…
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The Ultimate Guide to Glacier National Park
On our last day in Glacier National Park, we stopped by a local giftshop to pick up a couple souvenirs to remind us of our visit. The giftshop cashier, a man who had relocated to Montana after his kids were grown, described the park as being an example of “grandeur on display”. And he was right. I have visited a number of national parks (29 to be exact), but there is something truly special about Glacier National Park. This park stands out among the rest. After a mere 30 minutes in the park, I knew that Glacier was going to be my all-time favorite national park. And I was right.…
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Hiking the Highline Trail – Glacier National Park
The highline trail is frequently ranked the #1 trail in Glacier National Park for its 11.8 miles of breathtaking alpine views. The majority of the hike skirts the Garden Wall at heights of over 6,000 feet and ascends to the Granite Park Chalet. Hiking the Highline trail was one of my all-time favorite hikes. The trail is also one of the most unique trails I have hiked. The Highline is different from other trails in that the majority of the trail boasts dramatic mountain views instead of requiring hikers to climb through a forest to a higher elevation for a viewpoint. I was nervous before we started our trek, due…
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Off-Roading in the San Juan Mountains
The historic San Juan Mountains in Colorado were a prime mining location back in the early 1800s to 1900s. Because of the local mining industry, there is an extensive dirt road network that connects many passes and basins in the area. Today, these dirt roads have become a popular off-roading experience for tourists and locals alike. A popular off-roading route is the Alpine Loop, which connects Ouray, Silverton, and Lake City. Due to its popularity, there are many Jeep and ATV rental options in these towns. We rented our Jeep from a local hotel business outside of Ouray. The total price for a two-door Jeep rental came out to about…
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A Guide to Hiking Angels Landing in the Winter
Post Topic: Tips for Hiking the Exhilarating Angels Landing in the Winter Zion National Park, in Southern Utah, is some of the most spectacular landscape in the North America. This national park features red rock canyons and cliffs. Winter in Zion Canyon is usually fairly mild but may be chilly at times. Lows average in the low 30s with highs in the mid 50s. Are you planning a trip to Zion National Park? You may find this article helpful: What to do in Zion National Park without the Shuttle Are you planning a larger trip to Utah? You may also like these articles: Utah’s Mighty 5 Ranked Best to Worst…
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How to See Los Angeles in One Day
Have you ever wondered if it was possible to see Los Angeles in one day? Well let me tell you, it is! Here I have listed six of my favorite LA spots that you can see in one day. And while this list is not an exhaustive list of LA sites, you will still get a feel of the culture and beauty of Los Angeles. We started at LAX when our plane landed at 7am on Saturday. After picking up our rental car, we drove to Venice to snap a few pictures of the Venice Canals. Oh my goodness, these houses were some of the cutest I have ever seen.…
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Channel Islands National Park – Santa Cruz Island
Little fact about me, I am a huge national park enthusiast and never pass up on an opportunity to check another park off of my list! A month ago, when my husband suggested that we fly into LA for a couple of days, I agreed as long as we could spend a day at Channel Islands National Park. After that was settled, I immediately started researching which island to see and how to get there. Channel Islands National Park is comprised of five beautiful islands off the coast of Southern California. We settled on Santa Cruz Island, which offers day hiking options with epic cliff and beach views. The island…
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Magical Maine Road Trip Itinerary: Lighthouses, Whales & More
Post Topic: The Best Maine Road Trip Itinerary Maine had been on my bucket list for so many years – I’d see glorious photographs of Maine’s rugged granite coasts and knew that one day I’d have to explore this incredible state. And a few years ago, my dreams of Maine became reality. We planned a magical road trip through Maine along the coast that was full of ocean views, lobster, lighthouses, and of course, blueberries. Is your trip to Maine a part of a larger trip to New England? You may also like this Fall New England Road Trip post. How to Get to Maine For most travelers in the…
