Take a break from the hustle and bustle and step back into a time of horse-drawn carriages and elegant accommodations. Mackinac Island is a favorite Michigan island getaway that offers a unique experience unlike any other in the country. Bike around the island without fear of cars, enjoy a fine dining experience at The Grand…
Driving Blue Ridge Parkway through the mountains of North Carolina and Virginia is one of the Southeast USA’s best experiences. There’s a reason it’s called “America’s Favorite Drive.” This epic parkway is so much more than just a connector road between two national parks. It’s a national park site in its own right, with the…
Spend the day relaxing on one of South Carolina’s finest protected beaches at Huntington Beach State Park. This beautiful park protects 3 miles of coastline, perfect for beach-goers, fishermen, or even history buffs looking for a day trip! Relax on the sand, go bird watching along one of the trails, or wander through the historic…
St John is the most laid-back and peaceful island of the US Virgin Islands, a quick ferry ride away from St Thomas. Two-thirds of the island is pristine Virgin Islands National Park, and the rest is split between two towns that house a handful of restaurants, shops, and boutique hotels. It’s the perfect escape from…
The name “Death Valley” is a bit off-putting to some, but don’t let the name fool you. Death Valley National Park is full of interesting landscapes with several must-see sights you won’t find anywhere else in the country. You’d be surprised how much life flourishes in Death Valley! Most visitors come on a day trip,…
You don’t have to enjoy gambling and drinking to enjoy Las Vegas. It’s one of the best kept secrets out there about Sin City. That line, “What Happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,” has been working for them for so long, it’s like they’re scared to ruin their reputation as a bad boy by admitting…
South Carolina has seen its fair share of American history, good and bad, famous and not so famous. At Landsford Canal State Park, another small piece of history is preserved. Come explore the ruins of the canal system that made the Catawba River navigable, see rare flowers bloom in one of the last natural habitats…
Exploring the American Southwest for the first time is mind-blowing. This landscape is like nothing you’ve ever seen. Side note: Is this how westerners feel when they visit the East Coast and see all the green forests for the first time? We took a week to explore this region, and buddy, did we ever explore…
Visiting the Grand Canyon is one of those bucket list adventures that is almost mandatory if you live in the US. It’s the fourth most-visited national park in the country, hosting over 4.5 million visitors in 2021. And the best way to see it? Take a road trip. The closest big airport is Phoenix, AZ…
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is one of the most popular beach destinations on the east coast of the United States. Its nickname, the Grand Strand, isn’t too far off. Beautiful, sandy beaches and more sunshine than you can handle! But Myrtle Beach is also super crowded in the summer, so today we’re spilling the beans…
