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
Home to one of the most iconic landmarks in Utah, Arches National Park deserves the acclaim. The hikes in this park are simply breathtaking. You can easily spend multiple days exploring this park without getting bored, but we think our recommendations in this post are perfect for a one-day itinerary!… Read More »Arches National Park, Utah
This park across town from Arches is massive. It’s hard to appreciate the sheer scale until you’re standing on the edge of a canyon and staring out into all the emptiness. Divided into four distinct districts, Canyonlands requires multiple visits if you want to conquer the park in its entirety.… Read More »Canyonlands National Park, Utah
We’ve seen this national park described as “cute,” and that actually feels accurate. Capitol Reef seems smaller than Utah’s other national parks because of its lack of viewpoints and exciting hiking trails. Still, it is remarkably beautiful and absolutely worth a half-day visit if you find yourself in southern Utah.… Read More »Capitol Reef National Park, Utah
The land of hoodoos! Bryce Canyon is a truly unique experience, as it is filled with these tall, thin rock spires shaped by years of erosion. We hadn’t seen anything like a hoodoo before, and this park provides the opportunity to admire the formations from up close and up above.… Read More »Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah