The drive from Moab, Utah to Lake Powell in Arizona is one of the most gorgeous in the United States. At only 4 and a half hours, it's easy to complete in one day, but I suggest stopping halfway and staying a night in Monument Valley. Moab has the most to do as far as hiking, biking, and places to hang out in town. I suggest staying 3 nights in Moab, 1 night at Monument Valley, and 3 nights at Lake Powell. Here's my guide for a 7-day Southwest...
Contents Where to Stay Camping Where to Eat Activities: Take a helicopter ride Take a Catamaran Cruise Kayak the Wailua River Bike ride along Kauai Bike Path Waterfalls Hikes Backpack the Kalalau Trail Tour Kauai Coffee Company Beaches Kaua'i is the rainiest island in Hawaii and is home to the wettest place on Earth - this is why it's so green and beautiful. It is, after all, "The Garden Island". Consequently, no matter when you go, expect that...
Georgia is my home state, and it sure has a lot to offer in terms of outdoor adventures. Consequently, I've compiled a list of the 15 BEST hikes in Georgia so that you may see why I love this state so dearly. 1. Lula Lake Land Trust Northwest Georgia near Chattanooga Only open Saturdays and SundaysYou must make reservations ahead of time at Visit (lulalake.org)There are two gorgeous waterfalls here and plenty of hiking trailsI recommend...
If you fly into Seattle and rent a van, you essentially can't go wrong. Travel in any direction and you'll find yourself in lush green forests, next to crystal blue lakes, or staring up at ice capped volcanic peaks. The Cascade Mountain range is to the northeast of Seattle, to the south is Mount Rainier National Park, and to the west is Olympic National Park. Last year, my fiancée and I completed an epic Washington road trip and spent time in...
With elevations from 7860 to 14259 (Long's Peak), Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the highest national parks in the nation. Whether you're interested in a relaxing vacation in the nearby town of Estes or trying to get your boots muddy on some gorgeous trails, this trip is for you. Let me tell you where to stay, what to do, and some tips for travelling. Here is an epic guide for one week in Rocky Mountain National Park. When to visit...
There are several different airports that you can fly into to start your ultimate Arizona Road trip. Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Tucson, and Las Vegas airports are all nearby options. Grand Canyon airport flights are limited and expensive. We chose to fly into Las Vegas because the direct flight to Vegas from Birmingham was cheap (and I had plans in Vegas after our trip). In Vegas, we picked up our rental car, hit Walmart for some supplies, and...
Asheville, North Carolina has become a popular travel destination. With beautiful mountains, ample hiking, and the most breweries per capita in the US, it's a great spot for a fun weekend with friends. Here is my guide to the best weekend in Asheville. Where to stay for a weekend in Asheville? Both times I've been to Asheville I've stayed in affordable Airbnb's in West Asheville. From here, you'll have to drive about 10 minutes to downtown...
Thinking of seeing Southern Utah? Zion National Park? Bryce Canyon? Capital Reef National Park? This has been one of our best and CHEAPEST trips yet. Here's how we did it and the stops we made along the way during our Utah National Parks road trip. Flying? The airport nearest to Zion is Las Vegas. Getting Around- the Van If you've done much research into "van camping" you know that there are several commercial camper van companies you can rent...
Half Dome Cables So you've decided you want to complete THE most epic hike in the United States?! Good for you. Here's everything you need to know before hiking half dome in Yosemite National Park. Hiking Half Dome: General Info Distance and Elevation The hike is about 16 miles round trip5192 feet of elevation About 10 hours duration for those with good physical fitness A permit is required to get onto Half Dome itself (see below) Link to All...
The itinerary for the ultimate PCH Road trip from San Diego to Lake Tahoe: 1: San Diego 2: Newport Beach 3: Malibu and Santa Barbara 4: San Luis Obispo 5: Big Sur 6: Santa Cruz 7: San Francisco 8: Yosemite 9: Lake Tahoe In August 2020, to celebrate a very momentous milestone in my life (graduating Nurse Practitioner school), my boyfriend and I flew into San Diego, rented a mini van, and embarked on a 10 day road trip through California-...
