How to Pack for a Hiking Trip in Blue Ridge Mountain . The Blue Ridge Mountains are a siren call for adventurers . With their rolling hazy peaks cascading waterfalls tucked into lush forests and trails that stretch for miles along the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, it’s a place that feels like a homecoming for…
Use You are standing in the heart of Boston looking at a map of the subway system with a slightly overwhelmed expression. The colors. The lines. The Inbound and Outbound signs. It can feel like a puzzle at first. But here is the secret Boston’s public transit system is actually Use one of the easiest…
You know the famous ones. Glenwood Springs with its massive pool. Pagosa Springs with its world record depth. But here is the secret that Colorado locals keep to themselves the best soaks are the ones you have to work for. I have spent years tracking down these hidden gems. The ones without gift shops. The…
Free The lights dim. The crowd hushes. The sounds of the city fade away. Then the stage comes alive. That moment when the city transforms into a theater is pure magic. And the best part is the price tag free. Every summer Central Park hosts an incredible range of free live theater events. From the…
Salt Lake You are standing at the edge of the Great Salt Lake the Wasatch Mountains rising behind you. Ahead lies one of America’s most iconic road trips a journey from the urban energy of Salt Lake City to the wild heart of Yellowstone America’s first national park. I have driven this route more times…
Empire State Imagine you are standing at the base of the Empire State Building in New York, gazing up at its art deco spire featured in countless films. Your cell phone is in your hands, prepared to purchase tickets, but the high prices stop you in your tracks. Do you really need to pay fifty,…
Colonial Towns You find yourself walking on the same streets where George Washington himself once walked. Under your feet lie the same red bricks polished by centuries of footsteps. The tavern right next to you has witnessed important historical debates, which made America what it is today. However, you are not at a theme park…
Atlanta You are preparing for a vacation in Atlanta, the exciting capital of the South, and you have some attractions to visit, such as the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca Cola, and the College Football Hall of Fame. And while considering all of that, one thought crosses your mind is it safe to walk…
Best Non Touristy Things to Do in Phoenix Arizona You’ve seen the pictures. Camelback Mountain during sunrise. Desert Botanical Garden in full bloom. Crowds at Old Town Scottsdale. You want all that. But there is more you want. Phoenix is not just about the popular places everyone talks about. It is also about working artist…
Summer Road Trip Your playlist is queued, your cooler is stashed in the backseat, and you’re ready to get on the road. But before you embark on that journey, do yourself a favor and ask: Are you really ready for Texas summer driving? Driving around in Texas during summer is quite a unique experience.Summer Road…