Travel Tips
I've been traveling more than half my life, and have visited nearly 30 countries.
Along the way, I've learned a few tips to help make the process of traveling more enjoyable.
Scroll down to see them all.
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7 Former National Parks Across the U.S. Still Worth a Visit
When most people think of national parks in the United States, they likely envision iconic sites like Yellowstone, Yosemite, or the Grand Canyon. However, there are some former national parks that have been demoted or absorbed into other parks for a variety of reasons...
Ready for a New National Park? Here are 10 Possible Spots
As you may know from reading my site at all, I'm a huge fan of the national parks system in the U.S. I, like many, believe it to be one of America's best ideas – and I love traveling with the specific intent of visiting new national parks. Heck, Mr. V and I took a honeymoon road trip to explore national parks, and I plan an annual pilgrimage to a new park with my friend Marissa...
13 Fascinating National Park Visitation Facts (from 2022 data)
You love national parks, right? I mean, who doesn't? They are undoubtedly one of the best parts of the U.S., and protect some of the most incredible natural wonders in this country. I love visiting them, and I love learning about them too...
The 10 Least Visited National Parks
(Updated with 2022 Data)Empty wilderness, mountain landscapes, sweeping beaches, and untamed wildlife: these are just some of the reasons that many of us are drawn to visit national parks across the U.S. And while you might think of iconic sights like geysers and granite valleys, there is a huge diversity of natural wonders on the list of National Parks...
The 10 Most Visited National Parks
(Updated with 2022 Data)Misty mountains, prismatic geysers, idyllic beaches, and towering spires – the national parks across the U.S. is a protected collection of some of the most naturally stunning and geologically diverse places in the world. I've been fortunate to visit many of them (28 of 63 and counting!) and love writing about my travels to each one (plus tips on how you can visit.)...
UnCruise Alaska Review: The Ultimate Way to Cruise in Alaska
My coffee is steaming, as is my breath as I exhale in the cold morning air. I’m in Alaska. My home state. I’m back, for the first time in three years, and it’s May 2017. There’s still a bite of winter in the air. I'm standing aboard the bow of the Safari Endeavour, a ship operated by Seattle-based UnCruise Adventures...
Why Book a Small Ship Alaska Cruise?
Here are 8 Great ReasonsWhen you think about your upcoming Alaska cruise, what comes to mind? Moments of peace where you can hear the gentle lapping of water, exhalation of humpback whales, and call of eagles from the trees of nearby shoreline? Or the relentless hum of giant giant engines, plowing through the deep waterways that they can fit in, passing smaller fjords and bays where the wildlife and wildness can be found?...
How to Plan & Book an Alaska Cruise in 2023
For many people, an Alaska cruise is a dream vacation. After saving for years, they finally make the decision to go – and then realize there are a lot of decisions to make in the process. Choosing a company, itinerary, cabin class, excursions… the list of decisions goes on and on, and often leads to overwhelm or decision fatigue...
Baja Packing List: 7 Essentials to Pack for the Peninsula
Stark landscapes, sweeping vistas, and starry skies... These are the words I associate with the Baja Peninsula – a state that seems like a world unto itself compared with mainland Mexico. While Baja is certainly Mexican in many delightful and delicious ways, it is also unique: informed by unique native heritage and influenced by different scars of Spanish colonization. Today, Baja is both a getaway destination if you want to escape during the cold months further north and an outdoor playground if you're up for adventure...
