Each and every one of the 63 national parks in North America’s world famous catalogue offers something special and unique. The best way to truly admire the beauty of these stunning sites is to explore them up close and personal. But when doing so, it’s important to keep safety as a top priority – especially […]
Maui’s Haleakala sunrise is one of the most popular sights on the island for a reason. We recommend that everyone see it on their trip to Maui. However, there are also plenty of other things to do in Haleakala National Park once the sunrise is over. Many people choose to follow up the sunrise with […]
There are a few different places to watch Maui’s Haleakala sunrise once you’ve reached the summit. There’s an observatory and viewing area near the upper parking lot, which is always a popular spot. However, it’s difficult to see the whole crater from the summit, making it less than ideal. Half the fun of watching the […]
Death Valley is one of the most unique places in the world. Here are three things you might not know about one of the planet’s most inhospitable areas: Death Valley Is The Hottest Place in North America – Maybe Even the World Death Valley is kind of a perfect storm of factors that come together […]
The islands of Hawaii are world-famous for their beaches, making it difficult to choose the best one. Here are our top three: Beloved by tourists and residents alike, Po’ipu Beach on the island of Kaua’i is one of the most popular in the state for a reason. Kaua’i is the most rural of the four […]
While you can usually go to Haleakala National Park without a reservation, entering the park during sunrise hours does require one. Maui’s Haleakala sunrise hours are between 3 am and 7 am, so unless you plan on driving out at 2 am and waiting four hours for the sun to come up, your best bet […]
With only two inches of rainfall per year and temperatures regularly reaching 120 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, Death Valley is one of the most inhospitable places on Earth. However, life is able to adapt to any place on the planet, even Death Valley. In fact, the ecosystem of the valley has a surprising amount […]
Of course, all the islands of Hawaii are gorgeous and well worth visiting, but there are a few that stand out. Which island draws your eye the most will depend on what exactly you’re looking for during your trip. If you’re hoping to see Hawaii the way it looks in the movies, then we recommend […]
The name “Death Valley” was invented by a group of ill-fated pioneers known as the Lost ’49ers. Their story begins in the late 1840s when a man named James Marshall discovered gold in the Sierra Nevada foothills, beginning the famous California Gold Rush. Thousands of people traveled west to make their fortunes in the foothills, […]
The largest American national park outside of Alaska, Death Valley is famous for its extreme climate. It is the driest spot in all of North America, receiving only two inches of rain each year. Death Valley is also the hottest place on the continent, with the summer months regularly reaching temperatures of over 120 degrees […]