Anyone who has ever vacationed in Boston knows that you are in for a lot of walking if you plan on exploring all the historic sites downtown. Walking The Freedom Trail & exploring the North End, Beacon Hill, and Newbury Street are all fantastic must-do experiences. However, exploring all of ...

It comes as no surprise that the fantastic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been rated as one of the world’s best train rides. The picturesque journey, which starts in the charming ski resort town of Durango and ends in the tiny high altitude town of Silverton, travels ...

Here’s a unique museum to add to your Southwestern bucket list: the Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures in Tucson, Arizona. While Tucson is most well known for the stately Saguaro cactus, amazing hiking trails, and authentic Mexican food, a number of unique museums can also be explored. ...

Tucson offers a number of attractions for those interested in learning more about the uniqueness of the Sonoran Desert. The wettest desert in North America is surprisingly home to an interesting mix of plant and animal life including the fascinating Saguaro cactus, which is only found within the ...

Located at an altitude of over 7000 ft in the cool pines of Southern Arizona’s Coronado National Forest, Mt. Lemmon is your best bet when it comes to escaping the brutal 100+ degree summer weather. When the temps soar into the dreaded triple digits (which happens quite frequently during the ...

Tumamoc Hill is a local Tucson hotspot for getting in a scenic workout close to the city. This urban oasis is one of the best options when it comes to hiking within a picturesque urban landscape. A very steep climb of approximately 1.5 miles leads you to a scenic overlook of the entire city. Along ...

Reid Park Zoo is a small 24 acre non-profit zoo in Tucson, Arizona. Although quite small, the zoo still houses over 250 animals including several endangered species such as the Gibbon and the Andean Bear. The landscaping is gorgeous, and surprisingly, there is ample shade for a desert environment. ...

Saguaro National Park, named as so after the amazing plant found exclusively in the Sonoran Desert, is one of the country’s most unique national treasures. This massive 91,000 acre desert wonderland, spread out between 2 districts on opposing sides of Tucson, is a must-see for anyone ...

For the most spectacular 360 degree views of Sedona’s stunning red rocks, plan for a climb up Doe Mountain. Although it may seem like a big feat, the 0.7 mile climb up to the mesa of Doe Mountain features a series of switchbacks with just 400 feet in elevation gain, thus making it a great ...

Marg’s Draw is one of Sedona’s easiest & shortest trails, and it also happens to be located super close to town, so the combined hike & drive over will not take up too much of your day. The Marg’s Draw Trail is a perfect starting trail for just about anyone, as it is both ...