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Half Day in the Clouds: A Haleakalā National Park Adventure from Kaʻanapali
Explore The Parks / U.S. National Parks

Half Day in the Clouds: A Haleakalā National Park Adventure from Kaʻanapali

Only have half a day to visit Haleakalā National Park? Here’s how to explore the summit, make scenic stops, and hike the Halemauʻu Trail—plus why Outrigger Kaʻanapali is a perfect base for your Maui adventure. Continue reading →

First-Timer’s Guide to Iceland:  Top Things to Do in Reykjavik, Golden Circle, & Beyond
International Travel

First-Timer’s Guide to Iceland: Top Things to Do in Reykjavik, Golden Circle, & Beyond

Plan your dream trip with this first-timer’s guide to Iceland featuring Reykjavik tips, Golden Circle highlights, Blue Lagoon, and northern lights stays. Continue reading →

Reykjavik EDITION – Chic, Sustainable, and So Icelandic Cool
Hot Spots To Stay

Reykjavik EDITION – Chic, Sustainable, and So Icelandic Cool

Stay in style at the Reykjavik EDITION, a chic and sustainable hotel with luxe rooms, spa, rooftop bar, and standout dining at Tides. Continue reading →

Civil War Battlefields: Fort Donelson and Shiloh Road Trip from Nashville
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Civil War Battlefields: Fort Donelson and Shiloh Road Trip from Nashville

Discover two pivotal Civil War sites just a short drive from Nashville. Explore Fort Donelson National Battlefield and Shiloh National Military Park on a powerful historic road trip. Continue reading →

Day at the Travel Goods Association Show: Where Travel Gear Innovation Takes Off
Go Gear / Travel Gear

Day at the Travel Goods Association Show: Where Travel Gear Innovation Takes Off

From top travel backpacks to smart hydration and protective luggage, here’s a peek inside the Travel Goods Association trade show and why it’s the premier event for travel gear. Continue reading →

National Park Service Road Trip in Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas
Explore America / Explore The Parks / U.S. National Parks

National Park Service Road Trip in Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas

This National Park Service road trip is a deep dive into American history—from ancient mound builders to Civil War battlefields and a Civil Rights landmark. In just a few days, I visited eight National Park Service units, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a Civil Rights landmark on a drive from Dallas-Fort Worth airport to … Continue reading →

One Night in Natchez:  Deep South History Along the Mississippi River
Explore America

One Night in Natchez: Deep South History Along the Mississippi River

After a scenic drive down the Natchez Trace Parkway, one of the most beautiful roadways in the South, my friend Adeina and I rolled into Natchez shortly before sunset. With moss-draped trees and gentle curves, it was the perfect prelude to stepping back in time in the oldest city on the Mississippi River. Staying at … Continue reading →

One Night in Vicksburg, Mississippi: Civil War History and Southern Charm
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One Night in Vicksburg, Mississippi: Civil War History and Southern Charm

A one night stay in Vicksburg, Mississippi is just enough to fall for this historic river town perched high above the Mississippi River.  It’s a riverfront city filled with history and flavor.  From rooftop sunset dinner to Civil War history, here’s how to make the most of one night in Vicksburg. Stay: Victorian Airbnb Near … Continue reading →