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3 Days in Farmington, New Mexico

3 Days in Farmington, New Mexico

Tucked in the northwest corner of New Mexico sits the charming town of Farmington. A basecamp for adventure and culture, Farmington is packed full of great amenities to suit all styles of traveler. The following itinerary is geared toward a summer traveler in the area, but Farmington still offers outdoor recreation and interesting attractions year-round. Each day has options for a more laid-back traveler and others for the adrenaline junkie. Feel free to mix up the activities to get a real taste of Farmington!

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Yellowstone Road Trip Itinerary: The Black Hills Route

Yellowstone Road Trip Itinerary: The Black Hills Route

This route is perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of the open road and some of America’s most untamed areas. Your Yellowstone road trip can include so much more than just national parks! Experience an epic American road trip complete with old western towns, intriguing culture, and unbelievable scenery.

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Discover the Magic of Cache Valley, Utah

Discover the Magic of Cache Valley, Utah

Oh boy, I definitely remember the first time I descended Logan Canyon and popped out in Cache Valley. I was mesmerized by the geologic stripes running along the canyon walls. When the canyon finally opened, I was looking down on a lush valley. Spires from the Logan Utah LDS Temple reached high, and were set magnificently against the steep Wellsville Mountains to the west. The low-angle sun stretched through the valley, and as I entered Logan I felt a sense of ease. I was very excited to explore the valley with a bit more time this spring: from the outdoors to the cultural heritage of the region.

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Best Places to Visit in Maine: America’s Most Northeastern State

Best Places to Visit in Maine: America’s Most Northeastern State

Welcome to Maine! The most Northeastern state of the United States is defined by jagged coastline, rolling mountains, heavily forested interior, and picturesque waterways. It is also recognized by its seafood cuisine, especially lobster and clams. Do you like the sound of amazing food, great scenery and a chance to visit one of the most expansive wilderness areas on the East Coast? Then buckle up, because this itinerary is full of some of the best places to visit in Maine!

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The Western Great Lakes Region

The Western Great Lakes Region

The Great Lakes are one of the most unique areas in the world. With a total surface area of nearly 32,000 square miles, the lakes span a vast area from New York to Minnesota. This itinerary is going to take you through some of the best the western regions has to offer.

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The Golden Coast of Southern California

The Golden Coast of Southern California

Southern California’s Golden Coast is known around the world around as a premier destination. This itinerary will take you from pristine ocean shoreline to inland natural wonders to experience everything SoCal has to offer.

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West Texas and the Legend of Pecos Bill

West Texas and the Legend of Pecos Bill

Texas is a big state. How big? Almost 270,000 square miles big. It’s so big, you could fit Slovenia, Austria, Luxembourg, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Macedonia, Belgium, Slovakia and Macedonia inside its borders. That’s Texas. In this itinerary we are going to take you through the norther part of the state, the famous Llano Escatado and down to the border areas of the Rio Grande.

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Things to do in East Texas and the Gulf Coast

Things to do in East Texas and the Gulf Coast

Texas is a big state. How big? almost 270,000 square miles big. It’s so big, you could fit Slovenia, Austria, Luxembourg, The Czech Republic, Switzerland, Macedonia, Belgium, Slovakia, and Macedonia inside its borders. That’s Texas. In this itinerary, we are going to take you through the eastern part of the state and down into the gulf.

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Why we love winter in southwest Utah (and you should too!)

Why we love winter in southwest Utah (and you should too!)

“Powder Alert!” In the days leading up to our trip, I am obsessively watching the Visit Cedar City Instagram account, and grinning every time I see this post. Snow has graced southwest Utah beautifully this year and in just a few days we’ll be shredding the pow (please, excuse this overused phrase). Finally it’s Friday, and we’re boarding our flight to St. George for a long weekend of Utah winter adventures.

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Arizona: A Landscape Like No Other

Arizona: A Landscape Like No Other

Arizona is known as the Grand Canyon State, and with good reason. Grand Canyon National Park is a world-renowned geographical wonder. But Arizona isn’t just the Grand Canyon, there is so much more to this remarkable state, and this itinerary is going to show you where to find these untraveled gems.

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