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24 Hours at City Creek Center, Salt Lake City’s Shopping Gem

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The tinkling sounds of a trout-filled creek swept by as I sipped my morning coffee. Snow-capped peaks greeted my view in the distance, and aspen leaves gently rustled in the breeze in my periphery. The springtime sun felt good on my skin after what was a long, hard winter. This wasn’t your average morning in […]Read More

The inside scoop on Aspen—one of Colorado’s most famous towns

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This article was written in partnership with the Aspen Chamber Resort Association, Colorado. All photos by Emily Sierra Photography. Somewhere in the digital age, we lost touch with our ability to connect with locals. My vacation to Aspen reminded me why it’s important to share a smile and maybe even a beer. Local Aspenites were […]Read More

National Parks or State Parks?

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How do you choose between national parks and state parks, BLM land or national forests? When it comes to traveling the United States, everyone’s got something to say, but who do you trust? When you’re planning a U.S. road trip, it’s not easy to decide where to explore. Let us help.Read More

Why You Should Camp on BLM Land

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When my boyfriend and I were driving back from our epic weekend at Lake Powell, we could hardly resist spending a day in St. George. As avid climbers, the desert cliffs called our names. After a busy week, we were thrilled to spend the night car camping out among the Joshua trees on some of […]Read More

10 Unexpected Travel Necessities for your Next Trip

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Ready for your next big adventure? These 10 unexpected travel necessities will help you stay stylish, comfortable, and prepared for just about anything. Sail through airport security, and voyage confidently with the right gear. Happy travels!Read More

5 Incredible Things to Do in the Grand Canyon

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Tired of the same old Grand Canyon tourist attractions? If this isn’t your first Grand Canyon rodeo, or if you just want to experience the Grand Canyon with a little more excitement, these activities might be just what you’re looking for.Read More

National Parks: How Do You Get There?

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There is a reason visitors flock to America’s National Parks every year. Unprecedented beauty, untrammeled wilderness and an experience of a lifetime are all reasons that most major National Parks float to the top of every persons bucket list. But in order to experience the majesty of these parks, you first have to get there. […]Read More

Cody, Wyoming: Western Heritage at its Finest

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This story was created in partnership with the Park County Travel Council. As I sit here in the snow-covered foothills of a below temperature morning of the Wind River Mountains, my thoughts can’t help but turn to summer. Those easy days of early June where the sun-drenched afternoons carry the scent of apple-blossoms on the […]Read More

The 6 Least Visited National Parks in the Lower 48

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National Park Elbow Room From the Atlantic to the Pacific, the United States has 61 national parks that feature every kind of geographic location imaginable. From deserts to oceans, grasslands to mountains and everything in between. The most visited national parks boast millions of visitors every year, and I bet you can guess the names. Read More

Beyond Yellowstone

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Yellowstone National Park is a shining example of our nation’s best idea; the National Park System. With stunning Rocky Mountain Landscapes, thermal geysers and unparalleled opportunities to see wildlife roam free, YNP is a must for anyone wanting a part of the Great American Roadtrip. But with almost 4.4 million visitors passing through the park last […]Read More