16 Amazing Stops on a West Coast National Park Road Trip
Ever dreamed of hitting all the big parks on an epic West Coast national park road trip? I know that it's long been a dream of mine to drive from Seattle down to Los Angeles hitting as many of the…
7 Big Mistakes to Avoid in Planning a Trip to Yellowstone
There is a plethora of information on the web about planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park, but most of it focuses on what you should do and see. But this guide is different. Here I am going to tell…
10 Spectacular Things to Do in Death Valley (+Where to Stay & Eat)
Looking for a spectacular place to visit? Check out our favorite things to do in Death Valley to consider for your next trip! What do you think of when you hear Death Valley? Hottest Place on Earth. Yep. Desolate and…
5 Things You Must Know for the Zion Narrows Hike
Zion National Park is known for one of it's most beautiful and distinctive trails, the Zion Narrows hike. It brings visitors of all ages, shapes and forms. What is the Narrows? It is a "trail" through the middle of the…
The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Zion National Park with Kids
Are you thinking of going to Zion National Park with kids? Zion National Park is one of the best kept secrets of the national park system. When visitors discover the beauty and magic of Zion Canyon, they will be hooked!…
7 Spectacular Things to Do in Page AZ
Are you heading to Arizona? If so you must visit the best hidden gem! There are so many things to do in Page Arizona that you will need to plan a few days. If you are like most people, you…
Hawaii Big Island Road Trip: A Family Adventure
Hawaii Big Island Road Trip: A Family Adventure When most people think of Hawaii, the image that comes to mind is of laying on the beach, relaxing while the sun sets over the ocean. You can do this on the…
8 Magnificent Things to Do in Northern California
When people think of all the things to do in Northern California they often just consider the landmark destinations like San Francisco and the Napa wine tasting country. However, a little further afield up the California coast lies Redding and…
13 Spectacular Things to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii
Are you going to the Big Island of Hawaii? If so, you have come to the correct place! Here we share the most spectacular things to do in Hawaii Big Island. It is amazingly diverse with active volcanoes, tropical rainforests,…
8 Awesome Joshua Tree Hikes at Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park in California has become one of our favorite go-to trips - either as a day trip or for a last minute weekend getaway. Through our many visits, we have found a few trails that we return to…
10 Magical Things to Do in Joshua Tree (+ 1 Day Itinerary)
Growing up in the 80s and 90s, Joshua Tree for me symbolized music, not a National Park. But because of the music, the park has always held a certain allure. Once I discovered how close it was to LA, it moved to the…
10 Must Visit San Francisco National Parks
Do you love National Parks? Are you going to the Bay Area? Then find out 10 must visit San Francisco National Parks to put on your to do list! During our recent visit to the San Francisco Bay Area, we…
Guide to a Mojave National Preserve Camping Trip
Thinking of a Mojave National Preserve camping trip? If you read our post on Exploring the Mojave Preserve, you might remember that the basic premise for this park is a place for self discovery, adventure and exploration. This extends to…
The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Yosemite with Kids
A family trip to Yosemite National Park is the quintessential American summer holiday. Exploring Yosemite with kids while camping (or glamping as it is for us!), splashing through rivers, and spying out some of the best natural scenes in the…
A Family Adventure: Channel Islands Kayaking with Kids
Last summer I was offered an opportunity to visit one of the few national parks in California I had yet to visit, the Channel Islands. Upon looking at the itinerary I noticed that an entire day was dedicated to kayaking…
Exploring Lassen Volcanic National Park (with Kids)
Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of California's least visited parks. It is located about 5 hours north of the Bay Area, 3 hours north of Sacramento and 1.5 hours east of Redding. It's location is most of the reason…
The Best in Zion National Park Lodging
One of our favorite summer trips, with the best hike ever was to Zion National Park. This is one of Utah's most visited parks and for good reason - it is an amazingly immersive experience whether you stay inside the…
Guide to Channel Islands National Park (with Kids)
California is home to 28 national parks and sites scattered throughout the state. From the iconic Half Dome in Yosemite, to the desolate in Death Valley and the big trees in the North at the Redwoods, there is no shortage…
6 Things Not to Miss at the Grand Canyon
Visiting the Grand Canyon is often high on travelers' bucket lists. Part of the Grand Canyon makes up one of the most famous of all the US's national parks, while other sections are located on lands still owned by Native…