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They say money can’t buy you happiness. True, but we’d like to add to that and declare that a thick wallet doesn’t necessarily get you a memorable vacation either. There’s no doubt a boatload of cash could score you a gourmet meal at a five-star restaurant and swanky digs to rest your head, but there…
There are two types of people in the world: Those that love pitching a tent, sleeping under the stars, and getting dirt under their nails—and those that want to experience nature with a freshly squeeze orange juice, brioche French toast, and hot chocolate with marshmallows sent up to room number 352, please and thank you.…
Courtesy of Flickr/Jay Huang For just a few weeks a year, the sun and the earth align perfectly to create one of the most striking optical illusions in nature. At California’s Yosemite National Park, Horsetail Fall at the El Capitan rock formation is illuminated by a beam of light at sunset, making it seem as…
California, America’s most populous state (nearly 40 million residents), is a destination that’s favored by foodies, fashionistas, pop culture buffs, history and art lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking various channels for their energy. Speaking of the latter, California’s unique topography and geographical positioning — not to mention sheer size (it’s 163,000 square miles) — gives…
If there’s one thing that we’ve learned in our travels, it’s that you don’t have to be a real estate tycoon to enjoy million-dollar views. Yes, your money will go further in some places than others, but some of the world’s most iconic vistas are available for a relatively budget-friendly price tag of $150 or…
With fall foliage in full effect, there’s no better time to pull on your boots and take a hike. After all, unlike the heat and humidity that come with summer, autumn’s brisker, cooler temperatures make it easier to tackle longer walks. Luckily, the U.S. offers plenty of hiking paths from coast to coast. From Maine’s…
Once the kids grow up, family vacations must grow up, too. But finding a destination or trip style to suit the entire, adult clan can prove just as challenging as when they were younger. Budget concerns and conflicting work schedules typically make planning a family trip even trickier, says Dr. Lynn Minnaert, a tourism scholar…
Photo courtesy of Flickr/edward stojakovic America’s National Park Service is turning 100 this year, which is just one of many reasons to celebrate the epic beauty of two great wilderness preserves: Yellowstone and Yosemite. Both parks offer exciting activities and postcard-ready vistas. But deciding which to visit (if you must pick one) takes some intensive…
Vineyards in NorCal’s Carmel Valley California is the third largest state in the U.S., taking up a whopping 163,695 square miles. That’s close to 25 percent of the entire country. However, most tourists tend to stick to two cities when planning their itineraries: San Francisco and Los Angeles. It’s understandable. These two cities are fantastic,…
In honor of the National Park Service’s Centennial, I decided it was time to start visiting some of the national parks on my bucket list, starting with California’s world-famous Yosemite National Park. As a first-time visitor to the park, I really didn’t know what to expect — I just knew that there would be crowds…