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9 Fun Things to do in Beautiful San Diego

I’ve always wanted to visit San Diego but never had the opportunity when I was younger. Thankfully, I was within reasonable roadtrip distance since moving to northern Arizona. So I decided to ...

Attraction of the Week: The Beautiful Scottsdale Greenbelt

The Scottsdale Greenbelt, also known as the Indian Bend Wash path, is a wonderful 11 mile paved recreational trail which enables you to enjoy the natural beauty of the desert (seemingly far away) ...

25 Bike Paths with Incredible Scenery

A leisurely bike ride is a fantastic activity to incorporate into any vacation itinerary as it allows you to check out the beautiful natural surroundings of the area while also getting in a fun ...

Hiking the Grand Canyon: The Kaibab Trail to Skeleton Point

Take it from me – a hiking adventure through the Grand Canyon will be one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have on a national park vacation, if not any vacation. Many visitors ...

6 Fantastic US Zoos

There is no need to travel far and wide to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Sure it would be nice to venture out on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari ride, yet for those who want to keep it ...

Hiking to the Top of Slate Mountain: The Best Trail Near Flagstaff

The Slate Mountain Trail, located 40 minutes outside of Flagstaff along Hwy 180 enroute to the Grand Canyon, is one of the area’s most under appreciated hikes. The gradual 2 mile climb to the ...

Hiking Hotspot: Red Mountain in Flagstaff, Arizona

I have hiked many great trails in the Coconino National Forest since moving to Flagstaff. One of the most unique hikes I’ve come across is called Red Mountain. This hike is a bit different as ...

Attraction of the Week: La Jolla Cove in San Diego

I’ve been wanting to take a trip to San Diego for such a long time. I even lived in the L.A. area for a year a while back and never had the opportunity to visit. After a recent move to ...

Hiking Hotspot: Bell Rock Pathway in Sedona

Bell Rock is one of Sedona’s most popular hiking trails. It’s not my personal favorite, but there are some nice views and it is a known energy hotspot. Along with enjoying towering red ...

Attraction of the Week: The Mission/Pacific Beach Boardwalk in San Diego

San Diego’s beach scene is very diverse with a little something for everyone. Mission and Pacific Beach are great picks for anyone seeking a lively & youthful fitness vibe. The ...