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What to Do in San Jose, California

The City of Surprises San Jose has a reputation as a techy paradise, but the city isn’t[…]

Quicksilver Trail

Quicksilver Trail in San Jose, CA

Name: Quicksilver Trail Type: Loop Trailhead: McAbee Entrance Map: AllTrails Round Trip Length: 5 miles Time: 2[…]

Idaho City Day Trip: The Big Goldrush City in Idaho

Idaho City has a rich history, both figuratively and in actuality. The 1862 gold rush brought thousands[…]

Model of Humpback Whale

Iceland Itinerary: Day 8 – A Final Far-Whale

It’s the final day of your Iceland Adventure. At this point, you should be exhausted and content[…]

Vatnajökull glacier

Iceland Itinerary: Day 7 – Glacial Getaway

As we mentioned on Day 2, Iceland is the land of Ice and Fire. Today, we explore[…]

Svartifoss

Iceland Itinerary: Day 6 – Water World

Day 6 takes us through all kinds of natural water. Get ready to see Rivers, Waterfalls, Oceans,[…]

Iceland Plane Wreck

Iceland Itinerary: Day 5- Black Sands of Time

Mother Nature blessed Iceland with unrivaled natural beauty. Visiting the island is like seeing a celebrity in[…]

Seljalandsfoss

Iceland Itinerary: Day 4 – Cliffs and Craters

It’s time to say goodbye (for now) to Reykjavik and start your journey along the southern coast[…]

gulfoss in iceland

Iceland Itinerary: Day 3 – Go with Gold

Day 3 explores Iceland’s famous Golden Circle. You can choose to travel by rental car or book[…]

Iceland Lava Tunnel

Iceland Itinerary: Day 2 – Fire and Folklore

Day 2 keeps us in (and outside) of the capital city of Reykjavik, exploring hidden tunnels and[…]

Iceland Vikings

Iceland Itinerary: 8 Days in the Land of Vikings

I have always dreamed of seeing the Northern Lights. The idea of sky lighting up in a[…]

How to Spend One Day in Grand Teton National Park

Don’t be those people that spend the day driving around Grand Teton National park’s loop road, only[…]

Mormon Row

Grand Teton National Park: 3-Day Itinerary

For the sake of your soul, you should find the time in your life to glare upon[…]

Grand teton reflected in Taggart Lake

Taggart Lake Loop in Grand Teton National Park

Name: Taggart Lake Trail Type: Loop Trailhead: Taggart Lake Trailhead Map: Google Maps Round Trip Length: 5.2[…]

Lakeshore Trail

Colter Bay Shoreline Trail in Grand Teton National Park

Shoreline Trail: A Fair Weather Hike Name: Shoreline Trail Type: Loop Trailhead: Colter Bay Marina Map: Alltrails[…]

craters of the moon

Craters of the Moon Camping: An Out of this World Experience

Have you ever wanted to go camping on the moon? Well, that’s a weird thing to want,[…]

best donuts in boise

The Best Donuts in Boise, Idaho

Is there anything better than a warm fluffy donut and a cup of coffee in the morning?[…]

old idaho penitentiary

Old Idaho Penitentiary: Boise’s Best Historical Site

There is always one must-see attraction on my Boise tour whenever a family or friend comes to[…]

Mount Jefferson from Black Butte

Hike Black Butte Near Bend, Oregon

Name: Black Butte Trail Type: Out and Back Trailhead: Black Butte Trailhead Map: GPX Round Trip Length:[…]

lynn canyon park

Lynn Canyon Park Visitor’s Guide

Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge is the lesser known swaying bridge in Vancouver, but it offers a more[…]

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