Visiting Yellowstone National Park has always made us feel like we were on another planet. Towering geyser eruptions, vivid blue-green thermal pools, and herds of bison felt at least part alien! As the country’s first National Park dedicated so in 1872, Yellowstone also protects one of the planet’s largest volcanoes, which created the 45-mi wide…
Northern New Mexico is home to some of the best skiing regions in all of the Southwest United States. Not only does it offer gorgeous and sweeping vistas of the Rockies, but it also has lots of sun-kissed days and excellent powdery-filled trails. Snowbirds like us flock to places like Red River to snowboard and…
Virginia might not be the first place one thinks of when it comes to winter sports. In fact, it’s true that there aren’t as many skiing resorts here as there are in neighboring states such as North Carolina. And yet, Virginia has some high-quality, amazing skiing areas with lots of excellent, fresh powder for skiing, snow tubing,…
Skiing in Arizona? We didn’t think of the Grand Canyon State as a skiing and snowboarding destination, but it is! Its diverse landscape makes it the perfect place to have fun in the snow during wintertime. What’s more, Arizona’s ski resorts are uncomplicated, unpretentious, old-school, and pure fun, with a great skiing peer group thrown…
Everyone knows visiting Los Angeles is far from cheap, especially if you want to stay in a beachfront neighborhood like Venice Beach. With buzzing bars, bodybuilder-laden boardwalks, and neon-lit amusement parks, we fully understand why some accommodations in Venice Beach are pricey. However, if you’re on a budget, don’t be sad! That’s because Venice Beach…
Who doesn’t know Las Vegas? Sin City is the largest and most famous city in Nevada. It’s been a popular destination for both domestic and international travelers. In recent years, it also has become a famous culinary city! With everything it brings to the table, the days of cheap hotels in Las Vegas are pretty…
Are you looking for beautiful beaches, possible celebrity sightings, vineyards, and a fun getaway destination? If so, you should add Long Island to the top of your list! This island comprises four counties: Kings, Queens, Nassau County, and Suffolk County. Much more than just the suburbs of New York City, Long Island is easily accessible…
Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, is the capital and largest city in the state. It’s also the center of government, transportation, and commerce. This city is also where you’ll find one of Hawaii’s most famous tourist destinations, Waikiki Beach! Most travelers who come to Hawaii enter through Honolulu. It’s an energetic and lively city…
When we’re talking about Florida, many will probably think of the sun, sea, sand, and nightlife of Miami or the theme parks of Orlando. However, there’s a whole lot more to discover in the Sunshine State, like Fort Lauderdale! It’s famous for its beaches, arts, culture, and events. From shopping on Las Olas Boulevard to…
Forget the Manhattan mayhem and venture across the East River, where you’ll find Brooklyn. It’s one of our favorite parts of New York. It always welcomes us with its hip cafes, eye-catching street art, trendy boutiques, and maybe a slice of pizza. And while there are so many accommodations in the area, today, we want…
There’s a boundless array of attractions in the USA for tourists wherever one’s compass may point. For instance, in the Northeast, you’ll find NYC’s iconic Statue of Liberty and Boston’s Faneuil Hall Marketplace. The Midwest holds tourist magnets such as Chicago’s Millennium Park. On the West Coast are perennial favorites like the lively Las Vegas…
Vermont is one of the most picture-perfect states to visit in the United States. Verdant greens of the rolling hills and farmlands, juxtaposed with the blazing hue of the trees in fall, create an enchanting picture. Add to that the covered bridges, sunlit meadows with grazing animals, and you have your little slice of paradise.…
From vast national parks and laid-back islands to big cities and small towns, there’s no shortage of places to visit in Washington State. Set in the Pacific Northwest, it’s called the Evergreen State because its forests remain a rich green all year round. Washington is a nature lover’s paradise that’s teeming with gorgeous mountains and…
If you’re planning to visit Yosemite National Park, you don’t have to worry about accommodations since the options are abundant. As avid travelers, and for the sake of your convenience, we’ve explored some of the top choices. With that being said, we were particularly impressed by the Ahwahnee Lodge in Yosemite, a majestic historic hotel…
Are you perhaps looking for a non-mainstream travel destination in Oregon? If so, we recommend booking a room in one of the hotels in Burns Oregon. Some of you might’ve heard of Burns, and some might be wondering what’s in store for themselves when they arrive in this remote city. In Burns, you’ll be able…
With the sheer vastness of the United States, there are plenty of varied climates and natural diversity to choose from across the country. This makes the USA ideal for winter vacations, whether you are looking for warm sunshine, or heading to the slopes of the ski resorts. What makes this time of year even better,…
Houston, Dallas, and Austin are popular metropolitan centers that are different in the brew of from Western Texas cities like Lubbock and Amarillo. As a result, Texas is a state of cultural diversity and endless possibilities. San Antonio and its famous attractions like the Alamo, River Walk, and Hill Country just testifies to the rich…
Few places in the USA can offer you what the state parks in Texas offer: miles and miles of magnificent rocky hills, scenic trails, diverse wildlife, and so many more. Each of these parks brings stunning landscapes that you won’t find anywhere else. Here, enjoy a wide range of outdoor adventures while marveling at the…
According to a legend, a visitor once asked famed veteran Yosemite ranger Carl Sharsmith what he would do if he only had a day in Yosemite. The ardent Yosemite lover said he’d sit by the Merced River and cry! This story is just an example of how those who love the park feel about having…
Cameron is a tiny town east of the Grand Canyon’s East Entrance and north of Flagstaff. It sits on the western edge of the Navajo Reservation but there’s nothing much to see or explore in the town. There are no hotels in Cameron, Arizona as such, just an attached motel at the Cameron Trading Post,…
Alabama, in the southeastern region of the US, is rich in Southern culture, with music, food, history, and architecture weaving its diverse fabric. Many nice places to visit in Alabama are tied to its tragic and dark history. Synonymous with the American Civil Rights Movement, Alabama is where many chapters of American history were written.…
No matter how safer the world gets, danger is always lurking around the next corner, and we need to be on guard. Violent crime, especially gun violence, is constantly in the headlines, particularly in the biggest cities in the US. According to the FBI, violent crime rates in cities in the United States have generally decreased.…
Colorado is a state of breathtaking locales and dramatic landscapes. Home to the highest concentration of ‘fourteeners’ of the Rocky Mountains, deserts, rivers, and canyons, the diversity of its natural terrain will stir the imagination of visitors like no other. You’ll be swamped with the vast number of choices of places to visit in Colorado.…
San Francisco has everything to keep you busy, with some of the biggest attractions in the United States. Although there is much to explore within the city, you will find many amazing attractions within easy reach from San Francisco. Some of the best day trips San Francisco are just 30-minutes away, while others are much…