Historic Places

A Driving Loop Through the Heart of Virginia
This epic route through the middle of the state includes Founding Fathers, stunning mountain ranges, natural and man-made bridges, and so much more.

Beyond the Big Apple: A road trip through Central & Western New York
In just a few days in Central and Western New York, you can experience some truly amazing natural wonders, picturesque scenery, classic Americana, and impactful history.

Underrated Hawaii Road Trips: Big Island and Maui
If embarking on an epic road trip adventure is on your list of things to do, Hawai‘i is not usually the first place to come to mind, a place famously known for having ‘interstate highways’ that never leave the state.

An Epic Denver to Sequoia Road Trip
Planning a Denver to California road trip? There's plenty to see along the way. If you've got 10 days, here's a suggested road trip itinerary that takes you through multiple National Parks, a few awesome hikes, and easy driving between stops.

Indiana Destinations: Bloomington Bustle to Small Town Midwest Magic
The Midwest has some road trip tricks up its sleeve – specifically Bloomington, French Lick and Madison, Indiana: three destinations that are close enough to each other that you could hit them all in a long weekend and get very distinct experiences.

Strange Monolith Discovered in Utah Desert
Utah Department of Public Safety authorities who were counting big horn sheep made a shocking discovery in the Utah desert last week.

A Musical Journey: The Ultimate List of Rock, R&B & Country Destinations in the USA
There's so much rich music history in the USA. Whether you like rock, blues, R&B, or country, there are plenty of great spots to bring a little electricity to your next road trip.

Surviving the Great American Road Trip — with Kids
From Cleveland to Yellowstone National Park — and back — is more than 5,000 miles if you factor in all of the stops. That’s more than 70 hours in a car. Now that’s one thing if it’s just you and your best friend or spouse. It’s quite another if you have kids in tow, even if there are multiple devices involved.

Where the Moonbow Ends - Capturing Magic at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
So, what lies at the end of a moonbow? Well, you’ll have to head out to Cumberland Falls in southern Kentucky to find out. It’s one of only two places where a predictable moonbow exists.

The Best Five National Parks in America
Looking to visit your first National Park? While you could visit any of the 62 parks and not likely come away disappointed, there's a few that stand above the pack for their spectacular scenery and awe-inspiring features. Here's our ranking of the best National Parks in America.

Three Easy Scenic Hikes in O'ahu, Hawaii
When it comes to discovering Hawai‘i, those who make hiking a priority will be able to experience awe-inspiring scenic views unlike anywhere else in the world. The island of O‘ahu holds many spectacular hikes, giving you plenty of options.

New England's Fall Foliage Puts on a Show in October
The last few weeks have been peak season for fall foliage in New England, and I spent the weekend of October 9-11 wandering New Hampshire and Vermont looking for perfect photo opportunities.

How To Prepare to Hike the Pacific Crest Trail
Who’s up for a 2,650-mile trek across the United States? Whether you choose to thru-hike or section hike, you’ll be blown away by the scenery from the deserts of southern California to the rugged vistas of northern Washington.

Snow Squalls and Close Calls: Off-Peak Season in Yellowstone National Park
Despite a substantial amount of experience visiting National Parks, I nearly found myself stranded overnight in Yellowstone National Park last Monday.

Beyond Bozeman: Day-Tripping Your Way Through Southwest Montana
Saying that Bozeman, Montana, is a popular tourist destination is a massive understatement. But if you venture just beyond Bozeman’s city limits to other communities in southwest Montana, you’ll experience so much more of the Treasure State.

Roaming Coastal Maine: Lobster, Lighthouses and Acadia National Park
Shoulder season National Park visits can be a fruitful travel hack, if you don’t mind a little risk. I gambled on a mid-March weekend to make my first trip to Acadia National Park, following up on last spring’s Maine lighthouse tour.

Wandering the Pacific Northwest for a Weekend Roadtrip
On a recent long weekend, I wandered the PNW with a fantastic drive around the region highlighted by stops at Mt. Rainier, the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood, before a fantastic day on the breathtaking Oregon Coast.

Top Five Things To See in Idaho
Most people don’t know much about Idaho beyond its reputation for potatoes. That’s really not fair given how much there is to see in the state.