Imagine walking with reindeer in Fairbanks, Alaska. We share the heartwarming tale behind the Fairbanks tourist attraction.

During our recent trip to California, Julie and I visited three regions comprising four national parks. As you can imagine, I was super excited about this trip. However, one thing completely shocked ...

Do you want to roam the halls of a prison that once held some of the world’s most dangerous criminals? Would you like to spend time on a mysterious island? Do you enjoy haunting history and natural ...

The Columbia River Gorge, located in the Pacific Northwest, has been carved out by the Columbia River. It is 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep in some areas. The gorge is part of the Lewis and ...

When listing national park sites, San Francisco rarely comes up in the discussion. You may be surprised that the northern California city harbors many places managed by the National Park Service (NPS) ...

Julie and I realized our dream last fall when we embarked on a scenic drive through Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The route offers breathtaking views and many places to ...

America is a tapestry of national parks, offering everyone the chance to enjoy the great outdoors in some of the most stunning natural settings in the country. From the icy wonders of Alaska’s remote ...

White Sands National Park is a massive field of rolling dunes between Alamogordo and Las Cruces. Did I mention the sand is white? With mountains looming on the horizon, it looks like snow. The ...

The first time I saw Alaska, I instantly fell in love. Julie and I took an Alaska cruise two years ago and were blown away by the state’s natural beauty, exotic wildlife, and unique adventures. We ...

Julie and I love visiting national parks, but a few, like Gates of the Arctic National Park, Alaska, are more challenging to reach. The remote park sits above the Arctic Circle and only received ...

Julie and I travel a lot, and we enjoy it. Many people have asked about our favorite travel gear. As we discussed this, Julie and I realized that the items we value the most cost very little. Whether ...