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Posts in Category: Southwest

Devil’s Bridge: Sedona’s Scariest Hike

A combination of fascinating red rock formations, beautiful forested lands, natural healing centers, and luxury resorts have made Sedona a popular getaway destination for over 4 million tourists each year. USA Today recently ranked Sedona as the most beautiful place in the US. The entire area is a ...

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Attraction of the Week: Barton Springs Pool in Austin, Texas

Barton Springs, a collection of 4 different natural springs (together they are the 4th largest in Texas), has been a popular gathering spot for swimming and picnicking since it was founded by Native Americans back in the 1800’s. In 1918, Andrew Zilker donated the land to the City of Austin, ...

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Aliens in Roswell, New Mexico

Roswell, a small city in Southeastern New Mexico, is most well-known for being home to the UFO incident of 1947. Although the alleged crash was 75 miles Northwest of Roswell in the desert, the town is still most frequently associated with UFOs. Over the years, there has been an abundance of ...

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Attraction of the Week: Lady Bird Hike-and-Bike Trail in Austin, Texas

Austin is one of the most beautiful areas of Texas. The city is home to many attractions which will appeal to nature lovers and fitness buffs. Most notably, Lady Bird Lake is a gorgeous downtown lake which provides numerous recreational opportunities for locals and visitors. Whether you feel like ...

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3 Great Vegan Choices in Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas is well-known for being one of the best cities for vegans. Contrary to the rest of Texas, Austin offers a sizable selection of options for vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free diners. The vegan scene in Austin is very diverse. With everything from a dairy-free ice cream shop to a ...

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Attraction of the Week: Beaumont Botanical Gardens

Beaumont is a small Texas city located just 30 miles from the Gulf of Mexico and an hour from Houston. The city is most known for its’ unique roadside attractions which include a 135 foot tall alligator in front of Gator Country Adventure Park, a 24 foot Dalmatian spotted hydrant in front of ...

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15 Budget Friendly Spring Vacation Destinations

Spring is one of the best times to take a vacation. Unlike the peak summer season, planning a getaway during the less hectic spring season typically brings forth many great benefits, namely hotel and transportation savings, attractive cooler weather, along with fewer crowds. Plus, many summer and ...

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Vacation Spotlight: Los Angeles, CA

Millions of tourists from around the world flock to Los Angeles, aka the Entertainment Capital of the World, each year to enjoy the many entertaining activities that the city offers. Sure there are plenty of T.V. show tapings, theaters, and iconic media attractions to enjoy, however, the city ...

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10 Tips for Western Road Trips

Driving through the Western US is beautiful, although you need to be prepared for what comes along with driving through long stretches of barren land, diverse geography, and oftentimes harsh weather. Driving out West is much different than taking a road trip across any other area of the country. ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona

Camelback Mountain is a challenging hike in Phoenix, Arizona. At 2704 feet, it is the highest mountain in the city. Camelback is an extremely popular recreation area with both locals and tourists. The hump-like shape of the mountain gave this iconic hike its’ recognizable name. I love the ...

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