The island of Hawaii has an incredible array of ecological diversity. Within a few hours, you can go from a picture-perfect beach to a lush rain forest to a lava-scorched volcano. As tempting as resort life might be, you have to do some exploring to really experience the Big Island.… Read More »Big Island, Hawaii
Acadia caught us by surprise. We expected the beautiful oceanfront scenery and fall foliage, but we didn’t realize how much we would enjoy hiking here. On top of the incredible views, the trails have the perfect combination of fun terrain and manageable length. It is a perfect New England getaway.… Read More »Acadia National Park, Maine
This national forest in New England has some serious hiking trails. There also may be no better place to see the foliage come autumn. Whether you want to see the leaves from a mountaintop or just off the road, you’re bound to leave the White Mountains raving about the colors.… Read More »White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
Wild and wonderful, West Virginia has beautiful scenery and great outdoor experiences to offer. For some of the best hiking in the state, look no further than Monongahela National Forest. The huge expanse serves as a great weekend getaway for anyone wanting to unplug from technology and reconnect with nature.… Read More »Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia
Denver is one of our favorite cities. In our humble opinion, it has the perfect combination of delicious food, culture, and outdoor activities. While you may have initially been drawn to the area for skiing, you’ll leave extremely impressed by the variety of activities and cuisines offered in the region.… Read More »Denver, Colorado
This east coast national park offers some amazing hikes and views. Just two hours from the Washington D.C. area, it provides a great escape from city life. If hiking isn’t your thing, the Shenandoah Valley also has beautiful vineyards that are well worth visiting. There really is something for everyone.… Read More »Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Our home sweet home. Pittsburgh feels caught between eras, with the steel industry’s legacy contrasting the city of bridge’s growing tech presence. And yet, Pittsburgh’s rich history pairs wonderfully with this injection of innovation to create a distinct, proud culture. Travel like a local to fully appreciate this amazing city.… Read More »Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Get your hiking boots ready! Rocky Mountain National Park will wear you out with beautiful, high altitude treks to alpine lakes and towering summits. Add in that this park lies a stone’s throw from Denver, and it’s no wonder it attracts the third-most visitors of any national park each year.… Read More »Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
While Aspen is rightfully known as a high-end ski town, we visited in July to tackle two of the area’s more renowned hikes. We even made the trip budget-friendly! If you’re like us and want to experience this region’s beauty without breaking the bank, we’ve got the recommendations for you.… Read More »Aspen, Colorado
This smaller national park offers some very big views. Perfect for a one-day stop, Black Canyon has a number of viewpoints and scenic walks for visitors of all fitness levels. We didn’t really know what to expect at this park, but it’s safe to say that it exceeded our expectations.… Read More »Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado