By Gigi Fulham.
Sometimes, all you need is a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. And what better way to do that than by going on a road trip? If you’re looking for some stunning scenery and breathtaking views, then check out these amazing scenic drives in California!
This stretch of highway along the central coast of California is definitely a must-see. With its winding roads and cliffside views, it’s no wonder this is one of the most popular scenic drives
By Hannah Lehr.
Zapata Falls is a 30-foot waterfall nestled in Colorado’s Sangre De Crisco Mountains. This hidden gem is 20 minutes away from the Great Sand Dunes National Park, and it makes for a great stop on the way to the park. This short hike will only take 30 minutes to an hour out of your day, depending on how long you take to soak in the views. Not only are the falls beautiful, but the hike also boasts incredible views of the San Juan Valley below.
The Zapata Falls trailhead
Mariam Simmons unpacks the secrets behind how to pack light.
Less is best when you hit the road on your own. Packing light makes it easier for you to move from place to place, from one type of transportation to another. There’s also less risk of you losing something along the way. But we all know how difficult it can be to properly pack for a trip – whether it’s for a vacation abroad, at a beach, or camping in the great outdoors. This is because what most of us think of as essentials
By Melissa Younger.
One of the best states in the U.S. for camping is Virginia. It has great camping locations all across the state, offering everything from camping near a beach, a pond, or waterfall in a beautiful state park to a glamping getaway near the cities.
You can camp in your RV, in a classy Yurt or a luxurious cabin. There are countless locations for traditional tent camping, or camping along the Appalachian trail.
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By Hannah Lehr.
If you only have time for one activity while visiting Canyonlands National Park, check out the Grand Viewpoint Overlook Trail. This 1.8-mile trail boasts the best view of the canyon below. Located at the edge of the Island in the Sky mesa, the trail follows the rim of the canyon, and you will be granted gorgeous, panoramic views for most of your hike. It is easy and accessible for all ages, yet steep enough to get your heart rate up.
The Grand Viewpoint Overlook Trail is in
By Gigi Fulham.
Visiting Colorado is like taking a step back in time. The air is clean, the scenery is breathtaking, and the people are friendly. If you’re looking for a place to get away from it all and enjoy some of the best nature has to offer, then Colorado is the perfect destination. It’s home to some of the most beautiful national parks in the country.
There are dozens of amazing natural parks to explore in Colorado, but here are our top five picks:
As one of the most popular
By Amanda Lawrence.
Yosemite Falls is located in Yosemite National Park in California, USA, and it is one of the most beautiful National Parks in America. In 1884, famed poet John Muir wrote poems and spoke about the Sierra Nevada, which helped to create and preserve this stunning landscape as a National Park. Yosemite has many hiking trails, climbing, camping, swimming, bird watching, and many other excellent ways to explore the wilderness. I will tell you all you need to know before you hike
By Julia Olivas.
Visiting US state parks is a great way to enjoy fresh air and sightseeing without going too far away from home. But, of course, you can always plan a vacation to travel and see all the US state parks. Sightseeing national parks as well is an affordable vacation that the entire family can enjoy.
State parks are huge and have tons of space for you and your family, but you’ll need to plan ahead to ensure your trip is fun instead of stressful. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy
When it comes to Australian road trips there are plenty of options to explore stunning natural beauty found all over this amazing continent.
When you visit the region of Tropical North Queensland in the northeast of Australia, you will no doubt have to include Cairns in your plans. Cairns road trips is a natural follow-on from that given the immense natural beauty in the region.
Cairns is pretty much the epicenter of tourism in this part of the continent and the most popular starting point for any
The Atherton Tablelands is a lush, fertile plateau that is part of the Great Dividing Range in the tropical north region of Queensland, Australia.
The ‘Tablelands’ (as referred to by locals) is a combination of wet tropical rainforests, sweeping Savannah Lands, and a vast outback desert. The Atherton Tablelands is well known within Queensland as a region of stunning natural beauty situated at an altitude ranging from 600m to 1100m where the air is cool and fresh.
Yet to the rest of the