Yosemite is absolutely stunning, and Half Dome is one of those iconic hikes everyone talks about—but let’s be real, it’s one of the most difficult hikes you’ll find in the
If you’ve ever walked through the Sierra Nevada and caught a sudden whiff of warm butterscotch or vanilla, you might’ve met a Jeffrey pine. These towering evergreens are some of
If you’re heading to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula or anywhere near the northern Great Lakes, skip the bars—this is the kind of nightlife you’ll actually remember. There’s something undeniably magical about
With every street corner offering something bold, unexpected, or steeped in tradition, you quickly realize that dining here is its own kind of thrill. The city’s food scene is a
If you’ve ever seen a photo of a grand Louisiana mansion framed by towering oak trees, chances are it was Oak Alley. Located just outside New Orleans, this plantation is
One of my favorite parts about living full-time on the road is stopping in different towns and checking out their local bakeries. I usually go for something sweet—some kind of
If you’ve ever been on a road trip in Texas chances are you or someone in your car has wanted to stop at Buc-ee’s. Over the years, Buc-ee’s has established
If you’re heading out from Mammoth Lakes, Hilltop Hot Springs (also called Pulkey’s Pool) is one of the easiest and most scenic soak options nearby. It’s tucked into the Long
We’ve chased fall colors all over the U.S., from blazing maples in New England to golden aspens in Colorado. So when I heard there were leaf-peeping opportunities in California, I
Think all Hawaii beaches are white sand and turquoise waves? Not this one. On the Big Island, just minutes from Hilo, there’s a stretch of coast where black sand meets
