Life got turned upside down for everybody in 2020. The global pandemic has hurt a lot of industries, and tourism is one of them. From lost jobs to damaged economies, the current health crisis has shown why responsible tourism is so important to our future.
The fact that North Cascades National Park is one of the least visited US national parks is surprising, to say the least. The Cascade Mountains are stunning, and anyone planning a trip to or through Washington should be sure to take time to appreciate this area. A great way to see the beauty of the North Cascades is to take a hike. One of the best North Cascades hikes is Maple Pass Loop. This hike has breathtaking views of snowcapped mountains, lakes, waterfalls, glaciers, and wildflowers. Plus, it’s a loop, so you get new scenery every step of the way.
After a successful day of adventuring, one of the best things to do is to find a perfect camping spot, cook a delicious meal and sit by the fire. But, sometimes it can be difficult to find the ideal place to pitch your tent or park your adventure rig. Are you the type of person that seeks out secluded campsites with epic scenery? Do you sometimes drive around for hours trying to find the perfect camping spot? Or maybe you go out of your way to avoid campgrounds where the neighboring campers are basically only an arm’s length away? If so, here are some tips on how to find the best camping spots on your next road trip.
Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. You ate an early breakfast and hit the trail. You’re a few hours in (far away from any trailhead bathroom) when nature begins to call…you’ve got to go. Well, what do you do?
We know it can be a gross or uncomfortable topic, but the truth is that some people really don’t know what to do when there’s no bathroom in sight and they have to go “number two.” Do you hate seeing piles of human waste on the side of the trail, with crumpled, discolored toilet paper flying towards you in the wind? Now that’s gross! So, here’s how to poop in the woods.
Is it just us, or do summers feel like they got hotter and hotter every year? Beat the heat this year and take a road trip to get your mind off the sweaty shirt sticking to your back. Whether you’re looking for somewhere with less humidity, cooler temperatures, or just more water to jump in, we’ve put together this list of places that are perfect for summer travel!
Many of us have visited, or at least heard of, a lot of the national parks in the Western United States. But the middle of the United States also has some national parks that, although maybe aren’t as well-known, are still most certainly worth visiting.
Author, Christine Reed, tells a sweet story about her experience with Grand Canyon National Park, as part of a Visit USA Parks essay contest. “I knew Arizona was magic and I wanted to be in it.”
We can’t always just jump in the car and head out on a road-trip to our favorite National Parks. You know the feeling when life gets busy and when you are really feeling the need to take a vacation but just can’t? We feel it too, and we have a little something to help you through! Here are a few places that you can visit via webcam livestreams and pano cams.
Responsible travel looks like having a personal water bottle, shopping at small businesses, eating at local restaurants, respecting cultures, and protecting wild places. It’s finding ways to have a positive impact on the economy of a small town while learning from your experiences and adventures there. Responsible non-travel, in the time of COVID-19, looks quite similar: relying on yourself sustainably, finding ways to support local businesses, respecting local people, and protecting special spaces. It is safeguarding small communities by preserving their resources. It’s observing temporary guidelines to stay at home.
Depending on where you live, you may or may not be stuck inside your house for the foreseeable future due to the current global pandemic that is COVID-19. In an effort to slow down the spread of coronavirus and not overwhelm medical facilities, unnecessary travel is now banned between many countries and keeping a “social distance” is recommended. If you live in the U.S., it’s been recommended that you begin practicing this “social distancing,” especially if there are known coronavirus cases in your area. As the World Health Organization (WHO) states, “We cannot say this loudly enough, or clearly enough, or often enough: all countries can still change the course of this pandemic.” So, don’t panic. Follow the recommendations from the WHO and your local health organization, such as the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention (CDC). In the meantime, here are some ways you can stay inspired about future travel during these uncertain times.