The United States is a large North American country made up of 50 unique states. Explore below for road trips and destination guides around the USA, or choose a specific state, the state parks we’ve visited, the capital city of Washington, DC, or the US national parks:
Looking for the best date ideas in Indianapolis? We lived there for over 10 years so we've got plenty of ideas! We’ve put together a list of all our favorite romantic things to do in Indianapolis for couples, as well as fun date ideas, unique date ideas for those that…
The Seattle area has no shortage of greenery. The Evergreen State lives up to its name, even in pockets in downtown urban areas. But if you live in the seemingly unending urban area that is Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and their suburbs, the evergreen trees are always just out of reach.…
Arizona is filled with ancient historical sites and geological wonders, many of them with the coveted title of “national park.” That makes Walnut Canyon National Monument a bit of a hidden gem that often gets overlooked. Don’t be that person! If you’re wondering if Walnut Canyon is worth visiting, the…
If there’s one thing that can make or break your vacation before it even starts, it’s lodging. Finding the best place to stay in an area you’re unfamiliar with can be a challenge, so we’ve created this local’s guide to Charleston neighborhoods and beaches. We live here and know all…
Hoover Dam. One of America’s greatest engineering achievements, born of necessity and sheer will and still faithfully serving the Southwest today. Visiting Hoover Dam is a quintessential summer vacation stop in the United States, for good reason. And I'm not just saying that because I'm a former structural engineer who…
Hidden beneath a luxury resort in the mountains of West Virginia lies one of the best kept government secrets of the Cold War: a nuclear fallout shelter for Congress! This top secret facility remained updated and ready, and completely hidden from the public, for decades until a Washington Post journalist…
Explore a beautiful coastal island, full of history, forests, prairie, and stunning beaches. See if you can spot a whale, hike miles of trails through forests and along beach bluffs, or leisurely sip your way through all the island’s wineries and distilleries. There are so many fun and interesting things…
Getting around Seattle without a car is easier than you think! Traffic in this bustling corner of the Pacific Northwest is terrible. No getting around that. And with the rise of rental car prices in a post-pandemic world, every day you can avoid paying for a car is a good…
Visiting Whidbey Island is an easy and fun day trip from Seattle, even better as a long weekend! But how do you get to Whidbey Island in the first place? It’s pretty straightforward when you know all of your options. Whether you’re looking for the cheapest, the most flexible, or…
Escape your everyday in central Indiana and find the best day trips from Indianapolis for a fun or relaxing day away! Whether you’re looking for a good hiking trail, to learn some local history, to get an adrenaline rush from an amusement park, or to discover a new city, there…