Southwest

Horseshoe Bend in Page, Arizona in 2018.

Arizona

Agate House - Holbrook
Airplane Boneyard - Tucson
Airport Mesa - Sedona
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park - Sedona
Antelope Canyon - Page
Arizona Hot Spring Trailhead - Willow Beach
Arizona's Joshua Tree Forest - Meadview
Beaver Falls
Bell Rock Trailhead - Sedona
Bridal Wreath Falls
Cathedral Canyon - Page
Cathedral Rock - Sedona
Chiricahua National Monument - Willcox
Cibecue Falls - Whiteriver
Coal Mine Canyon
Coyote Buttes
Crescent Moon Picnic Site - Sedona
Crystal Forest
Desert Botanical Garden - Phoenix
Devil's Bridge - Sedona
Fossil Springs Trail - Strawberry
Gila River Memorial Airport - Chandler
Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Falls, Arizona
Havasu Creek
Hoover Dam
Horseshoe Bend - Page
Javelina Rocks - Tucson
Lake Powell - Page
Lost Dutchman State Park - Apache Junction
Meteor Crater - Winslow
Monument Valley - Oljato-Monument Valley
Mooney Falls - Supai
Mount Lemmon
O.K. Corral - Tombstone
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument - Ajo
Painted Desert (Arizona)
Papago Park - Phoenix
Petrified Forest National Park
Picacho Peak
Piestewa Peak - Phoenix
Red Rock State Park - Sedona
Roosevelt Row Welcome Center - Phoenix
Saguaro Lake
Saguaro National Park
Silly Mountain Trailhead - Apache Junction
Slide Rock State Park - Sedona
Sonoran Desert
South Mountain Park and Preserve - Phoenix
Stud Horse Point - Page
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument - Flagstaff
Telegraph Pass Trail - Fortuna Foothills
Tempe Town Lake - Tempe
Texas Canyon
Tom's Thumb Trailhead - Scottsdale
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park - Pine
Toroweap Overlook - Littlefield
Twin Arrows Trading Post Ruins - Historic Route 66 - Flagstaff
Vermilion Cliffs National Monument - Marble Canyon
Walnut Canyon National Monument - Flagstaff
Waterholes Canyon - Page
Watson Lake Park - Prescott
White Pocket
Willow Beach, Lake Mohave

New Mexico

Bandelier National Monument - Los Alamos
Bisti Badlands - Farmington
Boca Negra Canyon - Albuquerque
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi (Santa Fe) - Santa Fe
Cerrillos Hills State Park - Los Cerrillos
Chaco Culture National Historical Park
City of Rocks State Park - Faywood
Continental Divide
Cross of the Martyrs - Santa Fe
El Malpais National Monument - Grants
El Morro National Monument - Ramah
El Rancho de las Golondrinas - Santa Fe
Elena Gallegos Open Space - Albuquerque
Elephant Butte Lake State Park - Elephant Butte
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum - Santa Fe
Ghost Ranch - Abiquiu
Holloman Lake - Holloman AFB
Hyde Memorial State Park - Santa Fe
International UFO Museum And Research Center - Roswell
Jemez East River Slot Canyon - Jemez Springs
Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument - Cochiti
La Cieneguilla Petroglyphs
Leasburg Slot Canyon - Las Cruces
Loretto Chapel - Santa Fe
Meow Wolf - Santa Fe
Museum of Indian Arts and Culture - Santa Fe
New Mexico History Museum - Santa Fe
Palace of the Governors - Santa Fe
Pecos National Historical Park - Pecos
Ruins Trail of Pecos - Pecos
Santa Fe Botanical Garden - Santa Fe
Santa Fe Opera - Santa Fe
Santa Fe Plaza - Santa Fe
Santa Fe Railyard - Santa Fe
Santa Fe Railyard - Santa Fe
Ship Rock
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi (Santa Fe) - Santa Fe
White Sands National Park

Oklahoma

American Banjo Museum - Oklahoma City
Arcadia Round Barn - Arcadia
Center of the Universe - Tulsa
Crystal Bridge - Oklahoma City
Bumblebee Transformer Statue - Stillwater
Milk Bottle Grocery - Oklahoma City
Myriad Botanical Gardens - Oklahoma City
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum - Oklahoma City
Optimus Prime Transformer Statue - Stillwater
Praying Hands - Tulsa
The Outsiders House Museum - Tulsa
Tulsa Sign Route 66 - Tulsa
Woolaroc - Bartlesville

Texas

Austin City Limits Live - Austin
Alpine, Texas - Alpine
Barton Springs Pool - Austin
Beer Can House - Houston
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park - Redford
Buddy Holly Center - Lubbock
Cadillac Ranch - Amarillo
Continental Bridge Gateway Plaza West - Dallas
Davis Mountains State Park - Fort Davis
Enchanted Rock - Fredericksburg
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park - Houston
Giant Eyeball - Dallas
Graffiti Park at Castle Hill - Austin
Guadalupe Mountains National Park - Salt Flat
Hamilton Pool Preserve
Historic Market Square - San Antonio
"I love you so much" mural - Austin
Jacob's Well (Texas) - Wimberley
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Lady Bird Lake - Austin
Lake Travis - Volente
Lone Star Flight Museum - Houston
Marfa Lights - Marfa
Mayfield–Gutsch Estate - Austin
McDonald Observatory - Fort Davis
McKinney Falls State Park - Austin
Mexic-Arte Museum - Austin
Monahans Sandhills State Park - Monahans
Mount Bonnell - Austin
Natural Bridge Caverns - San Antonio
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch - San Antonio
Palo Duro Canyon State Park - Canyon
Pennybacker Bridge - Austin
Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge - Austin
Pioneer Plaza - Dallas
Prada Marfa - Valentine
Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum - Wichita Falls
Rainey Street Historic District - Austin
Roadhouse Relics - Austin
San Antonio Botanical Garden - San Antonio
San Antonio River Walk - San Antonio
Cathedral of San Fernando (San Antonio) - San Antonio
Santa Elena Canyon - Terlingua
Sixth Street (Austin, Texas) - Austin
Space Center Houston - Houston
Spanish Governor's Palace - San Antonio
The Alamo - San Antonio
The Grassy Knoll - Dallas
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza - Dallas
Tower of the Americas - San Antonio
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum - Austin
Waugh Drive Bat Colony - Houston
Willie Nelson statue
Zilker Park - Austin

Santa Fe, New Mexico

19 Places to Visit in Santa Fe
New Mexico’s capital city, Santa Fe, is the living embodiment of all things southwest. This blend of wild west roots, Native American heritage, and a thriving art scene has created a one-of-a-kind cultural hub that you must visit to fully appreciate.

The view just after sunset in Saguaro National Park on January 6, 2022. Photo by Peter Stringer for Amazing America.

Finding Serenity in Saguaro National Park
Just beyond the rolling hills of the city of Tucson, about a thirty-minute drive, there is a vast expanse of open escape waiting for us. Saguaro National Park is a place of wonder and awe, a place where nature reminds us of her captivating presence.

Austin, Texas skyline

22 Things To Do In Austin
Austin is a destination that definitely deserves a spot at the top of your bucket list. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a history buff, the capital of the Lone Star State has something for everyone.

The Arizona/New Mexico state line on Interstate 10

Can ChatGPT Plan a Cross-Country Trip?
ChatGPT is all the rage right now, but can it plan a cross-country road trip across the United States?

AirBNB in Vermont

Six Ways to Save Money on Your Next AirBNB
Long gone are the days of only choosing between a hotel or scrambling to find a friend’s couch to crash on for your vacation. Instead, with a quick Google search…

Welcome to New Mexico Sign on Interstate 10.

An Epic Boston to Los Angeles Cross-Country Drive
A few years back, I picked up and moved across the country from Boston to Las Vegas, and it was the perfect excuse for a cross-country road trip.

Horseshoe Bend in Page, Arizona in 2018.

Eleven Essential Instagram Photo Spots in Arizona
Arizona's flowering deserts, colorful canyons, and culturally diverse cities offer no shortage of unique places to capture a gorgeous photograph. Whether you're looking for the perfect place to pose among prickly cacti, otherworldly sandstone backdrops, or gorgeous local street art, the options for snapping the ideal Instagram-worthy shot are endless.

Woman looking for money-saving travel tips at the airport

Seven Time and Money-Saving Travel Tips
Here are a few of the most useful money-saving travel tips and time-saving travel tips to help you adjust to an ever-challenging travel environment.

Las Vegas, Nevada

Seven Awesome Day Trips from Las Vegas
Beyond the Las Vegas valley, if you’re looking for adventure around Nevada, there’s plenty of excellent day trips that are well worth the drive.

Rental Car Shortage

Rental Car Shortage Causing Price Spike Across U.S.
After a year of shedding unused vehicles, rental car companies have found themselves with a massive shortage in their fleets as we head into the spring and summer travel seasons.

Panorama Point at Capitol Reef National Park

Three Amazing Underrated National Parks
Perhaps “overlooked” is a better term, because Great Basin National Park, Petrified Forest National Park and Capitol Reef National Park are all under-represented in the popular dialogue about National Parks.

Badwater Basin

Visit the National Parks Virtually Through Amazon Prime
If you already pay for Amazon Prime, you may not realize that you have access to some awesome National Parks content on their streaming service.

San Antonio, Texas

10 Fun Things to Do in San Antonio, Texas
While it may be overshadowed by Dallas and Austin, San Antonio has plenty of must-see attractions beyond just the Alamo.

Sunset at The Window in Big Bend National Park

Our Big Guide To Big Bend National Park
Visiting Big Bend National Park is the best thing to do in west Texas and will be a memorable experience you’ll never forget.

Slot Canyon Hikes

Three Awesome Slot Canyon Hikes in New Mexico
The first time I walked into one of these sculpted canyons, I was awestruck. Relief hit when I entered the cool and shady womb-like ravine.

Building Offline Maps in Google Maps

How to Save an Offline Map in Google Maps
If you're planning a road trip through a remote area of the country, you're likely to lose cell service at some point in your journey. Thankfully, It's easy to create and download a custom offline map in Google Maps. So even if you lose service, you won't lose your way.

Death Valley National Park

Want to get paid $50k to Travel the National Parks? Michelob is hiring!
If you've always dreamed of quitting your job to road trip America in a RV and visit the National Parks, we've got great news for you. Michelob Ultra wants to pay you $50,000 to do it!

Monument Valley Transformed after Snowfall
You've definitely got to visit Monument Valley on the Utah/Arizona border; it's an iconic American destination.

Horseshoe Bend in Page, Arizona

Nashville to Las Vegas Road Trip Itinerary
Looking for a road trip with funky dive bars, music history, incredible vistas and enchanting landscapes of the southwest? Take a legendary 10-state road trip from Nashville to Las Vegas, with plenty of wild and wacky stops along the way.

Goblin Valley State Park

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.

Afton State Park in Hastings, Minnesota

The Best 10 State Parks in Minnesota
Famously dubbed the Land of 10,000 Lakes, Minnesota is renowned for incredible outdoor spaces. With four different major ecosystems and beautiful water features, Minnesota boasts some of the country’s most gorgeous places.

Badwater Basin

Visit the National Parks Virtually Through Amazon Prime
If you already pay for Amazon Prime, you may not realize that you have access to some awesome National Parks content on their streaming service.

View of Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe. Stock photo by Jeremy Doodridge via Unsplash.

Weekend Road Trip: Sacramento To Lake Tahoe and Reno
You don't have to drive a long way to see a lot of stuff between Sacramento and Reno.

Breckenridge, Colorado

Top Ski Resorts in Colorado
Colorado is known for being the outdoor adventurist’s haven, and as such, visitors flock here year-round to enjoy the numerous outdoor activities.

Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida

Amazing America's Orlando Travel Guide
This travel guide will help you plan your Orlando trip and make the most of your time in this incredible city.

Great Smoky Mountains,USA,The Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee at dusk.

You Should Visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park This Spring
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling the border between Tennessee and North Carolina, is one of the most visited national parks in the United States. It offers breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and a wealth of outdoor activities year-round. However, spring stands out as the best time to experience the park in all its glory. With mild temperatures, blooming wildflowers, and active wildlife, this season transforms the park into a vibrant and enchanting destination.

St. Augustine at sunset

A Coastal Adventure from St. Augustine to Savannah
In just three hours of driving between St. Augustine to Savannah, you'll experience amazing beaches, jaw-dropping sights, and captivating history.

Rocks off the coast of Indian Beach at Ecola State Park in Clatsop County, Oregon on October 4, 2020. Photo by Peter Stringer

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.

Ririe, Idaho Rest Stop

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.

A close up look at snow on the canyon walls at Yellowstone National Park

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.