How to Make the Most of One Day in Canyonlands National Park
One of the most important human emotions is wonder. You can find it through incredible meals, jaw-dropping art, or admiring epic views. No matter the means, wondrous experiences create an indelible mark in your memory. I had one such experience in Canyonlands National Park, where my breath was taken away by the stunning natural beauty that southwest Utah is so well known for...
How to Make the Most of One Day in Joshua Tree National Park
Short on time but keen for adventure? Here's an itinerary for one day in Joshua Tree National Park, from sunrise to sunset and even after!
The 17 Best Kenai Fjords National Park Cruises from Seward (2022)
The sky is clear and the sun creates a million sparkles of light on the face of the ocean. A humpback whale erupts from the shallow waves in a full breach. A glacier cracks loudly making the phrase "white thunder" make sense as a giant piece of ice falls into the water. An otter rides the wake of our boat, holding onto a rock it will use to crack open the clamshell in its other paw for lunch. These are some of the quintessential experiences you can have on a Kenai Fjords National Park cruise...
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...
The 20 Most & Least Visited National Parks in 2021
Curious about which national parks had the greatest (and fewest) number of visitors? Here are the lists – plus other national park facts too, based on some data I crunched!
Two Days in Yosemite: Itinerary for a Short Weekend
When you think about the National Parks in America, what comes to mind? Learn how to spend two days in Yosemite National Park even when you're short on time.
37 Fascinating Facts about Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Planning a visit to Hawaii's Big Island? Here are some fascinating facts about Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the one national park on this island.
How to Visit the 8 Alaska National Parks (& 9 Other NPS Units)
Want to visit all of the Alaska National Parks? Learn about each one, when to visit, how to get there, what to do, and where to stay. I've also included details on the other National Park units in Alaska.
