For adventure lovers, Kanab, Utah is a destination worth checking out. It’s basically about as south as you can get within Utah and feels like it isn’t close to anything. However, Kanab is one of the few places in Southern Utah with an actual foodie scene, which is probably a relief if all you have eaten in Southern Utah is Subway. And while it’s not adjacent to any national parks, it’s not far away from them either. So if you’re…
Congratulations, you have booked your flights to Puerto Rico. Now the next step is to figure out what to do once you are there. Here we will cover the top things to do in Puerto Rico. Not sure what to do in Puerto Rico? 🤿 Then sign up for this incredible snorkeling tour with sea turtles 🐢 and enjoy the ultimate once-in-a-lifetime experience. 1. Book a Full-Day Culebra Islands Catamaran Tour ⭐️ Rating: 4.7/5.0 (382 Reviews) Price: $175 per person…
Kings Canyon National Park is often overshadowed by neighboring Sequoia and Yosemite but it is definitely worth a visit. A popular way to visit this park is to lump it in with a trip to the other two. That is exactly what we did – two days in Yosemite, one day in King’s Canyon and then one day in Sequoia National Park. In this post, we will discuss the best things to do in Kings Canyon National Park in one day….
This was my second year going to Havasupai and I learned a lot after my first trip and made some changes. Deciding what to bring and what to leave at home for your upcoming backpacking trip can make the difference between a heavy pack and a lighter load. Here you will find a packing list for Havasupai to make sure you don’t forget any of the key items. The most important thing to do before you head to Havasupai is…
For the second year in a row, my trip to Havasupai included a trek down to the confluence of the Havasu Creek and the Colorado River. And for the second year, hiking to the Confluence at Havasupai was the most dramatic part of my backpacking trip. Let me start off right away by saying I’m just sharing my experience and not looking for anything other than that… My first time hiking to the Confluence at Havasupai last year my girl…
Neither words nor pictures could possibly describe the beauty of New Zealand. And while I thought that the North Island was incredibly cool, I can see why some people only ever make it to the South Island of New Zealand. It was incredible and the country really has something for everyone. While we chose to go on more adventurous hiking in most of our destinations, there were plenty of short walks and stunning sights to be seen from the comfort…
As much as I love traveling, I had never gone on an international solo vacation before. However, because my company closes the week between Christmas and New Years most years and because Austin is a busy surgery resident who is unable to take any time off during that week, I took my first solo international vacation to visit Sweden at the end December 2019/beginning of January 2020. My intent was to hopefully see the northern lights. In this post I…
Like most incredible destinations, you could spend forever in Yosemite. However, if you are a weekend warrior like myself, you may be visiting with more limited time. This post will cover a fairly aggressive, 2 day Yosemite Itinerary and you will leave the park feeling seriously accomplished. Note: Due to COVID-19, Yosemite requires a reservation to enter the park in addition to the entrance fee. The reservation costs $2. For up to date information and to make your reservation, check…
Sequoia National Park is close to Yosemite National Park and King’s Canyon National Park and is often lumped into a trip with the other two. That is exactly what we did – two days in Yosemite, one day in King’s Canyon and then one day in Sequoia National Park. In this post, we will discuss a one day Sequoia National Park Itinerary. If you are lucky enough to have the time to visit all of the national parks in California…
There are eight main Hawaiian islands, seven of which are permanently inhabited. However there are four main islands that people visit when they head to Hawaii: Oahu (Honolulu is located here, along with Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor), Maui (has the beautiful Road to Hana and Haleakela National Park), The Big Island of Hawaii (Has Volcanoes National Park), and Kauai (nicknamed The Garden Island and much more lush and untouched). Considering Kauai is nicknamed “The Garden Island”, it’s fitting that…