You’ve heard that no trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is complete without visiting Cades Cove. Out of all the spectacular sights in the park, this one attracts the most visitors every year. But is everybody overselling the concept? I’m here to tell you that the hype is real—you should absolutely make time on your […]
A tour of Maui’s Road to Hana can be a cruise through paradise. You’ll drive by some of the most beautiful sights in the world, through lush jungles and dazzling waterfalls, and groves of iridescent eucalyptus trees. However, without care and preparation, this dazzling drive can easily become a long and tiring trip. There are several […]
From geysers to bison, Yellowstone National Park boasts numerous claims to fame. Here’s what makes the park special, and why a Yellowstone tour is totally worth it! There you have it! Five reasons why Yellowstone National Park is the coolest place to take a trip! To learn even more about this incredible park, download the […]
From my perspective, the ONLY way to travel in Yellowstone is with a self-guided driving tour! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: tour buses tend to be more trouble than they’re worth. The schedule doesn’t allow any flexibility, your crowded together with a bunch of strangers, and seats can be expensive if […]
You can drive to the top of Cadillac Mountain (Acadia National Park) — in fact, it’s one of the things you must do when visiting the park! Just make sure you have a reservation that allows you to drive to the top — this is a new system that Acadia put in place when Cadillac […]
The ancient Coba Mayan Ruins are known for their far-reaching history and as a valuable asset for historians looking to learn about the political structure and daily life of early Mayan life. The Coba Ruins are also a popular tourist destination, known for the number of large pyramids that are located in the ancient city. […]
Planning your first trip to Hawaii’s Big Island? You’ll want to spend at least a week to get a good sense of what this island offers. After all, it’s not often that you’re able to tour an island with 8 of the 13 world climate zones. With all of those climate, zones comes a world […]
These famous Hawaiian islands are both known for their stunning natural beauty. Which one you’ll prefer all comes down to personal preference. If you’re short on time, it’s easier to see Maui’s beauty, but touring the Big Island offers more diversity. Maui vs. Big Island Maui is a lush green island with pristine beaches. Here, […]
The Ek Balam ruins are all that remain of a once-thriving Mayan temple city. Ek Balam was the center of a large Mayan kingdom through the Classical era. Only part of the ancient city was actually excavated, so what you see when you visit Ek Balam is the “tip of the iceberg.” The city was […]
The ancient temple city of Ek Balam was built some 1,500 years ago. It served as a hub for trading activity among the Mayan people, a religious center, and an economic nexus where Mayan culture and worship came together. It is unique in its architectural style, which features a flat-topped acropolis that you can still […]