Posts in Category: West | Top Ten Travel List

Yellowstone National Park: Elk, Bison, and Coyote Spottings!

As Mike and I have been living in Idaho Falls (“the Gateway to Yellowstone”) for the past year, we decided to take advantage of the easy access to one of the best national parks, ...

A Drive Through Yellowstone National Park: What a Beautiful Place!

National Park Week is the best time to plan your trip to a bucket list national park as admission is free for an entire week! Mike and I knew we had to check out nearby Yellowstone, an easy 2 hour ...

Trip to Boise – The Greenbelt, Boise Zoo, & Knock ’em Dead Theater

Mike and I have been taking a lot of trips since relocating to Idaho Falls. This city is located within easy driving range to many cities and natural attractions. On our first trip, we were just ...

Winter Fun in Jackson Hole: The National Elk Refuge, Grand Tetons, & Moose Sightings!

Jackson, Wyoming is a beautiful small Western town most famous for its’ world class ski resorts. However, it is also a popular destination with outdoor enthusiasts due to its’ close ...

St. Patrick’s Day Weekend in Bozeman

Last weekend, I decided to take a weekend trip from Idaho Falls (“the Gateway to Yellowstone and many other gorgeous places) up to Montana to run a half marathon. I love everything Irish and ...

Reno, Nevada & the Grand Sierra Resort: A Perfect Thanksgiving Getaway!

For Thanksgiving this year, Mike and I decided to make the 9 hour trip from Idaho Falls, Idaho to Reno, Nevada. Several years ago, when we lived in Nevada, our favorite weekend destination was the ...

An afternoon in Salt Lake City

Update: One of the main benefits of living in or visiting this city is its’ proximity to so many amazing national parks. We didn’t have much time on our first visit to see anything ...

Idaho Falls: The Gateway to Yellowstone

Idaho Falls, the largest city in Southeastern Idaho, is nicknamed “the Gateway to Yellowstone,” due to its’ close proximity to America’s First National Park. Asides from ...

A Weekend in Boise, Idaho

Update: We took another trip to the city and really enjoyed our experience at the zoo and Knock Em Dead Theater, the cutest little local theater where we saw a production of Xanadu. I recommend ...

Hollywood Walk of Fame: Can you find your favorite star?

The Walk of Fame is the famous 15 block section of Hollywood Blvd dedicated to stars of today and yesteryear. It is one of those touristy attractions that you have to visit just once to see what all ...