Charleston, South Carolina has a lot to offer: beaches, history, live oak trees, and water activities galore. But did you know Charleston is also home to the United States’ only tea plantation? The Charleston Tea Garden, formerly the Charleston Tea Plantation, is just 30 minutes from downtown and makes for a perfect half day trip…
Shenandoah National Park features the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the best way to explore the park is hiking it! Unfortunately, you don’t always have a lot of time to do that. Or, you’d like to see as much of the park as you can in a limited amount of time, so several short hikes are…
The small town of Blowing Rock, North Carolina has long been a beloved stop for many a road tripper traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway through the High Country of western North Carolina. But what about the famous Blowing Rock attraction itself? Is Blowing Rock worth visiting, or is it just an overrated attraction in an…
Visiting Hawaii for the first time is an unforgettable experience! A tropical paradise in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, first time visitors to Oahu will fall in love with the unrivaled sunsets, the turquoise blue waters, and the relaxed aloha Hawaiian vibe. The Hawaii life is amazing, but it can be overwhelming to plan…
Snorkeling is a fun and easy way to experience the beautiful underwater world of the ocean. Colorful fish darting in and out of coral and waving sea grass. Crustaceans scuttling along the sandy sea floor. Maybe a surprise visit from a sea turtle or dolphin! Snorkeling opens up a whole new world to explore. But…
A little heads up for your first trip to St Croix! These 7 key tips to remember will ensure a safe and stress-free vacation. Get the facts now and be ready to hit the ground running and enjoy St Croix with no unexpected surprises. This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I…
Where is this trailhead?! The Hams Bluff Lighthouse once stood sentinel on the north shore of St Croix, US Virgin Islands, aiding ships around the coast. Now, the lighthouse may be in ruins but the views are still phenomenal! Finding the trailhead, however, is a little strange if you’re used to more maintained trails. No…
Explore an integral part of American history with an easy day trip to Antietam National Battlefield in Maryland! We fit it in to our eastern US road trip, no problem. The Battle of Antietam, an American Civil War conflict also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg, is still today the single bloodiest day in American…
The Battle of Gettysburg was a pivotal turning point in the American Civil War. Known as the High Water Mark of the Rebellion, the bloody battle lasted for three intense days and forever put the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on history’s map. Take a self-guided, free Gettysburg driving tour today and see the battlefield…
Hiking is the best way to see everything in Congaree National Park. Even though this park is just 30 minutes from downtown Columbia, South Carolina, it feels rural and isolated. The park protects 27,000 acres of hardwood bottomland forest and all the wildlife that call this area home. What does that really mean? It means…
