The open road, blue skies, fresh air: a cross-country road trip may just be what you need to go somewhere new, spend some time by yourself or with your loved ones, and gain some perspective. The great American road trip became popular in the 1950s, when there was a rapid increase in the number of … Continue Reading
This list of national parks in the US is THE ultimate guide, especially if you’re trying to decide which destination to visit next. How many national parks are there in the US? What makes each of the national parks stand out? What attractions can you find in a particular park? Are there accommodations inside the … Continue Reading
Your Zion National Park visit may be interesting because of the many spectacular attractions, such as the Weeping Rock, Desert Waterfalls or the Kolob Canyons, but it wouldn’t be as memorable if you didn’t explore some of the best hikes in Zion. Hands-down the best way to see Zion National Park is to get your … Continue Reading
Utah has one of the more unique histories in the United States. In searching for a place to practice their religion freely and without being harassed, Brigham Young led a group of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, commonly called Mormons, into Salt Lake Valley in 1847. The first Mormon pioneers … Continue Reading
Utah State Route 12, also known as Scenic Byway 12 (SR-12) or “Highway 12—A Journey Through Time Scenic Byway,” is an approximately 123-mile-long state highway designated as an All-American Road. One of the many scenic drives in Utah, State Route 12 takes you through stunning views of canyons, plateaus, and valleys, with plenty of vantage … Continue Reading
You don’t need to go to a far-flung Pacific island or the Caribbean for a snorkeling vacation; some of the best snorkeling places are in the USA. It’s not enough to find a gorgeous beach to push off; the best places to snorkel should have coral reefs that are alive and teeming with fish and … Continue Reading
This big list of only the best winter vacations with snow is perfect for anyone who wants to embrace everything winter has to offer. Have you been deprived of powdery white snow for years and want to travel up north to experience a proper winter snow vacation? Are you looking for the best spot for … Continue Reading
The days are shorter, the air has a chill in it, and the birds are flying south. You know what it means: it’s time to go in search of the best places to see fall colors. Autumn is the time when deciduous trees like maples, oaks, and aspens change the color of their leaves from … Continue Reading
Check out my round-up of the best places to ski in the US, if you’re planning a ski trip for the coming winter. Instead of just focusing on the top ski resorts in the country, I went straight to the best ski towns in America (so those family members who aren’t too happy with skiing … Continue Reading
With its brick-red spindles, slender pinnacles and huge buttes – Monument Valley has long been a symbol of Southwestern USA. The star of countless movies, classic Hollywood westerns, and ads rises majestically from the surrounding desert floor and is easily one of the top things to see in Utah. Its beauty is heightened by the … Continue Reading