Canyonlands National Park near Moab, Utah, is geographically organized into three districts. One of the most iconic and popular districts is the Island in the Sky. There are many hiking trails to some beautiful overlooks. And almost every trail is great for kids and adults. Here are four hiking trails you can explore in Island…
History can be fascinating. Combine that with narrow dark streets and ghost stories, and you’ve got a fun adventure through the French Quarter for your visit to New Orleans (a.k.a. Nawlins). Here’s what you can expect when you book a Haunted History Tour of the French Quarter of New Orleans. Book Your Tour in Advance…
Despite my daughter and I coming off a red eye flight and a long day touring Nashville, wrapping up our day at Madame Tussauds Nashville was amazing. We had a bazillion laughs, a few frustrations figuring out a selfie stick, and lots of photos with music legends. If you’ve got plans to visit Nashville, here’s…
I don’t consider myself a “Beginner” skier. But I don’t feel I’ve reached “Intermediate” skier status just yet either. I’m stuck between the two levels. So a solo, first-time visit to Brighton Ski Resort sounded intimidating to me. But after spending several hours on its slopes, I was feeling a lot more confident… and tired….
Arlington National Cemetery is a reverent place to be. And it’s an opportunity to reflect on the many sacrifices made by members of the military, space explorers and even everyday people taken by tragedy. A visit to Arlington National Cemetery is a must if you plan to visit Washington, DC. Here’s what you need to…
During many drives between Salt Lake City and St. George (Utah) to visit Zion National Park or Snow Canyon State Park, I’ve noticed a sign for the Territorial Statehouse. On my most recent drive south, I made it a point to check it out. The Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum is a nice way to…
The Statue of Liberty stands majestically off the coast of New York City. It’s iconic to the Big Apple and something everyone should get the chance to see – either from the coast of Manhattan, riding across the water on the Staten Island Ferry or cruising to tour the statue up close and personal. Here’s…
The Houston Downtown Aquarium has a little something for everyone. From a wide variety of animals and aquatic life , to rides, games and a splash pad. If you’ve got plans to visit Houston, here what you need to know about the aquarium so you can get the most out of your visit. Explore the…
When my wife and I were planning a trip to Cancun, I wanted a nice travel camera for the trip. I own an expensive Canon 6D, but I didn’t want to risk it getting stolen or broken in Mexico. But I wanted something more than a point-and-shoot so I could capture amazing photos. Something waterproof?…
I’ve been to Boston a few times in the past two years. During each visit, I’ve spent time walking through the Boston Public Garden and the nearby Boston Common. It brings people of all ages and from locations across the globe. If you’ve got a trip planned to Boston, for either a family vacation or…
