Banff National Park

Turquoise Lakes and Snowcapped peaks Trip Cost ($ – $$$): $$ Time to Hit the Highlights: 4 Days Must See: Icefields Parkway, Emerald Lake, Canoeing, Camping Time of the Year to Visit: Spring, Summer, Fall (we visited in August) Audience: Everyone (short trails, some drivable highlights) About Banff Banff is known for […]

4 Days in Seattle, Washington

The Emerald of the Pacific Northwest Trip Cost ($ – $$$): $$ Time to Hit the Highlights: 4 Days Must See: Seattle Center, Discovery Park, Pike Place Market, Local Wilderness Time of the Year to Visit: Spring-Fall – you can come in the winter when there are less visitors, but be prepared for some […]

Joshua Tree National Park

Where Two Deserts Meet

Mexico City, Mexico

The Epicenter of Mexican History and Culture

Acadia National Park

Breathtaking views and local fun Trip Cost ($ – $$$): $$ Time to Hit the Highlights: 3 Days Must See: Cadillac Mountain, lunch at Jordan Pond House, anyplace you can take in the shore and cliff views Time of the Year to Visit: Fall (we visited in mid-September) Audience: Everyone (variety of trails, beautiful views) About Acadia People have been […]

Redwood National Park

There’s more to see than just big trees Trip Cost ($ – $$$): $$ Time to Hit the Highlights: 3 Days Must See: Fern Canyon, Chandelier Drive-thru Tree Time of the Year to Visit: Spring – Fall (we visited in the Fall) Audience: Everyone (variety of trail lengths and levels of difficulty) About Redwood Most people know Redwood as […]