Seward’s Best Day Cruise: Major Marine Tours Review (2022)
Most people want to go to Alaska to take a cruise: they board a ship in Seattle or Vancouver, spend seven days wending their way north, and enjoy a few excursions along the way. Upon pulling into port in Alaska, usually in Seward or Whittier, they're then eager to explore Alaska by land: they see the sights in Anchorage, maybe explore the outdoors a bit (maybe by hiking), and try to catch a glimpse of Denali. Most visitors don't necessarily think to hop back on a boat and explore the waterways looking for wildlife; they skip the chance to explore these two northern ports entirely...
How to Plan an Epic Eastern Cascades Road Trip from Seattle
When you live in or travel to Western Washington, that's pretty much the only area you spend your time. There's definitely opinions about different parts of the Evergreen State, and those who call the Puget Sound or Olympic Peninsula home don't typically cross the imposing barrier of the Cascade Mountains for much – or for long...
A Perfect Death Valley National Park Itinerary: 2 or 3 Days Below Sea Level
Can we all agree that our National Parks are really, really great? I mean, if you love National Parks, you already know the story of how they were established, the mission they serve, and have probably visited a few (or many) for yourself. One of my favorite parts about National Parks is how each park is different than the rest – in fact, the National Park Service is very conscientious about having a diverse collection of natural wonders in the locations that earn the coveted title of "National Park"...
How to Make the Most of One Day in Death Valley National Park
When something has "death" in the name, it's not exactly inspiring, right? Actually, no! Two of the most famous places with names like this – the Dead Sea and Death Valley – are actually two of my favorite places to visit. Both have a stark natural beauty that reminds me how fascinating our planet is...
California Missions Road Trip:
21 Historic Sites in 7 DaysImagine California before the sprawling cities, mixing cultures, and futuristic tech that has defined the past few decades. Imagine it before the interstates cut giant scars into the earth, before the Gold Rush brought tens of thousands of pioneers, and before the fields were laid. Imagine California when those who lived there called it Alta California and spoke Spanish – making sense of the many Spanish-named places you find there today. This is the California of the era when Missions were being built up and down the coast of what we now call The Golden State...
One Day in Vegas: The 10 Best Things to Do in a Single Day
I'll be totally honest: for most of my life so far, Las Vegas was one of the last destinations I wanted to visit – and certainly the last place I ever thought I'd actually like visiting. But then I took my first trip to Vegas in 2019, and discovered there was more to Vegas than late-night casino benders and drug-laden dance parties. Certainly, you can still find those experiences, but there are also lots of other things to do in Vegas too. Las Vegas has something for everyone!...
The 11 Best Things to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea for a Weekend
Planning a weekend getaway to Carmel-by-the-Sea? Here are the best things to do in Carmel, where to stay and eat, and how to spend three days in Carmel.
The 9 Best Things to Do in Mount Shasta for a Weekend Trip
Looking for an unconventional Bay Area getaway? Plan a visit to Siskiyou County – here are the best things to do in Mount Shasta!
How to Make the Most of One Day in Sitka, Alaska’s First Capital
Planning an Alaska itinerary that includes a stop in Sitka? Here's how to spend just one day in Sitka (or longer if you have it!), no matter your travel style.
