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Tips for Surviving the Desert Heat

Average summer temps in the desert can soar over 110 degrees for months on end! After surviving several summers in the Tucson area, I have come up with a list of my best tips for surviving the ...

5 Free National Parks to Visit

Yellowstone (est. 1872) was America’s First National Park, while New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia is the newest addition (est. 2020). Mike and I first visited Yellowstone over a ...

20 Incredible & Free Tourist Attractions in the Northeast

The Northeast is a beautiful and exciting region of the United States. Both New England and the Mid Atlantic states are typically included, and thus, there is an abundance of geographically diverse ...

15 Hikes with Scenic Water Views

Hiking is a wonderful way to explore the natural flora and fauna of a new area, birdwatch, get in some exercise and sunshine, and enjoy some fantastic scenery. Featured below are 15 wonderful ...

10 Best Date Ideas in Orlando

Orlando is no longer just a destination for families and kids (and really never has been!). The theme parks are great for both the young and young at heart. In fact, during Disney’s dedication ...

20 Spectacular Free Tourist Attractions in the Southeast

From the enchanting Appalachian mountains, to the white sand Florida Gulf Coast beaches, to rich historical cities, there is something interesting to see and do in the Southeast no matter your ...

Top 10 Free Things to do on any Vacation

Traveling is exciting, however, it can also be very expensive. When you factor in flying, hotels, and costly meals, oftentimes, there is not much left over for fun. Fortunately, for those on a tight ...

The 50 Best Free Tourist Attractions in the United States

They say the best things in life are free. In terms of fantastic travel destinations, this timeless phrase rings true. From the awe-inspiring ancient million year old rock formations of Sedona, to ...

5 Beautiful Waterfalls near Pittsburgh

Ever since living in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina (2 areas loaded with easy access to beautiful waterfalls), I have been seeking out great falls no matter where I live or ...

5 Fantastic State Parks near Pittsburgh

Pennsylvania is home to 125 state parks, with more than 300,000 acres of land set aside for public recreational areas. With a number of these parks easily accessible within an hour drive of ...