• Alaska,  USA

    8 Epic & Free Things to do in Valdez

    Post Topic: 8 Incredible Things to do in Valdez, Alaska Visiting Valdez was a bit of a last minute decision. This charming fishing village wasn’t originally on our Alaska road trip itinerary, but we ended up with an extra day so we decided to check it out and I’m so glad that we did. Alaska has some of the most impressive scenery I have ever witnessed in my life, but there’s something extra special about Alaska’s rugged coastline. There’s just something about when the beauty of the ocean meets the beauty of the mountains. I can’t get enough of it. Valdez is situated on the Valdez arm which connects to…

  • Alaska,  National Parks,  USA

    The Ultimate Guide to Kenai Fjords National Park

    Post Summary: What to do in Kenai Fjords National Park Kenai Fjords National Park blew us away! This unique national park was a delightful first stop on our Alaska adventure and probably my favorite park to visit in Alaska (so far). At Kenia Fjords you can expect to see a variety of wildlife, incredible mountain views, and experience rugged glacier landscapes completely untouched by human development. Maybe you’re currently planning a trip to Kenai Fjords or have never heard of the park. Either way, I hope you can also experience this incredible place one day! Is your trip to Kenai Fjords National Park a part of a larger trip to…

  • Hiking,  National Parks,  South Dakota,  USA

    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…