Category: United States
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The Ultimate Itinerary for a Weekend in Indianapolis
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The Midwest is often overlooked as fly-over territory, but I’m from the Midwest, and I think there are many underrated spots. While Pawnee, Indiana, is fictional, Indianapolis might give off some Parks & Rec vibes in its own special way. We compiled a sample itinerary for spending a weekend in…
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Bear Mountain Hike: An Outdoor Paradise One Hour from NYC
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A little throwback to one of our favorite outdoor activities near NYC, the Bear Mountain Hike. If you are looking for something to do near the city, go hike Bear Mountain and then head to the Oktoberfest nearby the last few weekends in September and the first weekend in October.…
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Stunning Road Trip to Experience Fall in North Carolina
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While it’s hard to beat New England in the fall, another incredible destination will serve up classic Americana and maybe even some warmer temperatures for hiking and enjoying fall colors—consider visiting North Carolina in the fall. We cruised the Blue Ridge Parkway from Virginia to Asheville, North Carolina, and then…
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Escape to The Rock: 14 Top Spots on Whidbey Island
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One of our favorite getaways from Seattle is Whidbey Island. It’s less than a two-hour drive, but you’ve escaped the mainland and can enjoy the peace and quiet. There is something for every kind of traveler here, including hikes, restaurants, wineries, beaches, and farm stands. We’ve pulled together all of…
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The Five Least Visited National Parks and Why to Plan Your Trip Immediately
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A feature on five of the least visited National Parks in the US and why you should visit them.
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Redwood National Park: 5 Tips for a Majestic Adventure
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There is something magical and otherworldly about being in a forest surrounded by trees that are the size of buildings. And not just a few, hundreds of them. While making our move from San Diego to Seattle, we made sure to include some time in Redwood National Park. What we…
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Skiing at Big Sky Resort
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We love Montana, but especially the Big Sky Resort and surrounding area. In fact, our only escape since COVID started was a well-planned and executed road trip to this magical mountain escape. Big Sky Resort is the main ski resort located in the Gallatin National Forest in Montana. It recently expanded…
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The Ultimate First-Timers Guide to New York City
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Growing up in the Midwest, I had all the classic thoughts about the Big Apple. Watching the New York skyline on TV and in movies hundreds of times made me curious and a little intimidated. My first time in New York City wasn’t until I was 26 years old. We…
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Texas Hill Country Towns You Shouldn’t Miss
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The Texas Hill Country towns have been some of our favorite road trip stops so far. We imagined driving from one large city in Texas to the next with boring stretches of road in between, but that couldn’t be further from reality in the southeastern part of the state. In…
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The Magic of Christmas in New York City
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Since we’ve moved out of New York City, I find myself missing it at very specific times. Christmas in New York City is amazing. I keep quite a few photos in my favorites folder to look at when I need a little boost in my Christmas spirit. I figured it…