Real Stories from Travelers Discovering the USA
Two U.S. Icons: Yosemite and The Grand Canyon
Nature
The USA’s National Park System showcases and preserves the very best natural areas in the country, and of the 59 U.S. National Parks, a full 20% of them are in California and Arizona. This includes places that are known and visited by millions of people from all over the world: Yosemite and the Grand Canyon. So when we traveled through the region last month, it’s no exaggeration to say we felt we were on the trip of a lifetime.
The Great American West
Nature
If you look at a map of the United States, you’ll often find that the most interesting natural features fall along state borders. On a trip last month, we visited some of the most telling examples of this phenomenon…starting with one of the centerpieces of the National Park System.
Amazing Santa Fe, New Mexico
Arts and Entertainment
There’s so much to see and do in Santa Fe that it can take many days to begin to see it all! A wonderful blend of cultures gives you the flavor of the region and an idea of what it was like in pre-Columbian days.
Living by the Sea in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Nature
There’s a quote I’ve come across many times that goes something like this: “If you’re lucky enough to live by the sea, you’re lucky enough.” I feel very blessed to not only live by the sea, but also to have so many of my favorite hobbies involve the beautiful waters of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Some of my favorite pastimes include kayaking, snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding.
Best Things to do on Hawaii’s Big Island for Kids
Family Travel
Day Trips from Las Vegas
Family Travel
Chicago Attractions with a View
Family Travel
Exploring New York with Kids for the First Time
Family Travel
Top Five Things to do in Washington DC with kids
Family Travel
Summer Adventures at Florida State Parks
Family Travel
Alaska: Exploring By Air
Nature
Alaska is a land of superlatives. Within its borders, you’ll find: • The tallest mountain in North America (Denali) • The northernmost point in the USA (Point Barrow) • The largest U.S. national park (Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve) • The largest national forest in the USA (Tongass National Forest).
Finding Authentic Hawaii
Nature
Authentic Hawaii can be found all over Oahu – you just need to know where to look.
Coast to Coast by Rail - Road Trip Q&A
Coast to Coast by Rail
When the opportunity to travel crosscountry by train is presented, there’s no turning it down. Our journey started in Los Angeles, CA and took us all the way to Washington, DC, with stops at some of iconic destination-cities on the way.
Highlights of Our Great Landscapes Road Trip
Southwest Landscapes
The southwestern corner of the United States is one of the most distinct and diverse landscapes anywhere on the planet. From the natural beauty of California’s Pacific Coast and Grand Canyon National Park to the man-made marvels of Las Vegas and the Hoover Dam, there’s plenty to see — and do — in this part of the USA. Here are the places and experiences we loved most in our travels in the region.