Visiting Sault Ste Marie isn’t on most bucket lists, let's be honest, but it’s actually well-worth your time if you’re planning a trip to Michigan's Upper Peninsula! This international border city is home to the Soo Locks, where you can watch enormous 1000ft long freighter ships make their passage between…
Discover a land of fiery oranges, reds, and yellows in the sandstone rock formations of the Nevada desert. The Valley of Fire lives up to its name, both in imagery and temperature! Escape the heat by visiting the Valley of Fire in the winter or shoulder seasons and hike out…
The United States is such a beautiful and vast country. It’s home to some of North America’s most varied landscapes, and the US National Parks and other federal recreation sites do a fantastic job of preserving these gorgeous and unique habitats and making them accessible for visitors. Most people have…
Finding amazing deals on airfare takes an enormous amount of patience and time, if you try to do it yourself. Most would-be cheap flight hunters give up and book a flight without really getting a deal. Someone should really invent a way to find flight deals up to 90% off,…
Going to the beach is one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, no matter what time of year you visit! Its warm southern climate means you can enjoy a beach day soaking in the sun and 70°F weather in the middle of January. Trust us; we’ve done…
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…
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…
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,…
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.…
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…