Once covered in summer homes for the rich and famous, Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island are now known as relaxing seaside destinations for travelers from all over the country. The only national park in the New England area, is the main attraction on Mount Desert Island and covers about half of its landmass, […]
Joshua Tree National Park boasts a variety of captivating hiking trails, perfect for both novice and experienced hikers alike. Samuelson’s Hiking Trail: An easy stroll with scenic vistas, ideal for a leisurely hike lasting about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Willow Hole Trail: A moderate 2-hour, 18-minute hike leading to a tranquil desert oasis is […]
Joshua Tree National Park isn’t your everyday destination. It’s a place where two extraordinary American deserts, the Colorado and the Mojave, come together to create an enchanting natural landscape. Let’s delve into what makes this national park so special: The Colorado Desert The Colorado Desert, a slice of the vast Sonoran Desert stretching from California […]
Joshua Tree National Park is a renowned destination for stargazing enthusiasts, offering some of the darkest and most pristine skies in the United States. As an International Dark Sky Park, its location in the High Desert Region, with elevations ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 feet, contributes to its exceptional night sky clarity. The park’s distance […]
If you wanted to drive around the entirety of Acadia National Park & Mount Desert Island, you could probably manage it in about two hours. However, we would recommend taking a lot longer than that, since you’ll want to relax and take in the natural beauty of the island. The main attraction on Mount Desert […]
Once a playground for prominent families like the Rockefellers and Astors, Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island are now known for their serene natural beauty. Founded in 1919, Acadia was the first national park east of the Mississippi and is still the only one in the New England area, making it a popular spot […]
The best time of year for a New Orleans tour will, of course, depend on the experience you’re looking for. The most popular time to visit the city is between February and May since the weather is mild and NOLA’s famous celebrations are in full swing. Mardi Gras, the city’s iconic two-week festival featuring extravagant […]
First-time visitors to Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island are sometimes surprised to find that the island is, well, not a desert at all. Speak to enough old Mainers, however, and you’ll hear the name’s traditional pronunciation: mount de-SERT, as in “deserted island.” Samuel de Champlain, a French explorer, gave Mount Desert Island its […]
The Big Easy is a highly walkable city, so most people leave the car at home for their New Orleans tour. However, if you do plan on bringing or renting a car, then the area around the city is open to you. Here are a few places we’d recommend visiting if you have wheels: Bayou […]
NOLA is one of the most unique cities in the United States, so it’s hard to know what to expect before you see it for yourself. Here are a few things to keep in mind before your first New Orleans tour: Expect to walk: New Orleans is a small city without much public transportation, so […]