The highest point in Shenandoah National Park is the peak of Hawksbill Mountain at 4,050 feet. The highest point on Skyline Drive is at 3,680 feet, but it’s only about a two-mile hike to the summit of Hawksbill from there. If you’re a moderately experienced hiker and you’re looking for a great view of the […]
Since it’s a tourist destination within the larger tourist destination of the Bay Area, Silicon Valley tours are plentiful in the area. Silicon Valley’s history as the high-tech hub of the United States goes all the way back to the 50s, so there are plenty of famous historical spots to visit, as well as contemporary […]
The Big Island is difficult to explore without a car. The island’s public bus is designed to bring people to and from work, so its schedule will likely clash with your plans. Big Island tours that come with their own transportation will bring you to some of the island’s highlights but don’t provide you the […]
Shenandoah National Park is about 75 miles west of Washington DC, the nearest major city. It’s also not especially far from Charlottesville and Richmond in Virginia. Unlike many national parks, Shenandoah’s location right near a few different population centers makes it a great place for locals to get away for a weekend when they get […]
Silicon Valley, California, is located in the southern part of the Bay Area, just south of San Francisco. Traditionally, Silicon Valley is considered to roughly cover all of Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Alameda Counties. While plenty of tech workers live in San Francisco, the central cities of Silicon Valley are still considered to be […]
The Big Island is definitely worth visiting! It has the most natural diversity of all the Hawaiian Islands, meaning that when you tour it, you’ll never be bored with what’s outside your car window. All this diversity gives you more than just pretty views! The Big Island’s 8 different climate zones lend themselves to different […]
There are plenty of reasons why people visit Shenandoah National Park, especially those interested in nature. Shenandoah is one of the nation’s oldest national parks, dating back to the 1930s. It’s also one of the most beautiful. Perched on top of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a section of the Appalachians, the park features jaw-dropping views […]
The Big Island’s east coast is known for its wet weather. It’s town, Hilo, is the rainiest town in the whole US! But just because you’ll need a raincoat here doesn’t mean you should skip over it when taking Big Island tours. This is one of the most beautiful parts of the island. The climate […]
As the name suggests, Silicon Valley in California is known for its close connections to the technology industry. Many of the world’s largest and most famous tech companies have headquarters here, including Google, Apple, Visa, and Meta (aka Facebook). The region is also well-known as a hub for fresh start-ups in the technology sector, singlehandedly […]
The cost of getting into Shenandoah National Park can vary. Standard park entrance fees are $30 for a vehicle, $25 for a rider on a motorcycle, and $15 for an individual person on a bike or on foot. This fee will cover everyone in the vehicle for seven days, so you can come back later […]