The holiday season is upon us, and you ponder how to maintain this seasonal cheer throughout the year. Suddenly, a light bulb sparks to life inside your mind. Yes, a cruise! Visions of a cruise ship ...

America’s newest national park, turning 4 this month, harbors one of the continent’s oldest rivers. Over many years, the park’s namesake river has carved rugged canyons through the beautiful West ...

One of America’s most famous landmarks and most patriotic monuments, the Mount Rushmore National Memorial proudly adorns the horizon in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The perfectly detailed features ...

Julie and I have had Redwood National and State Parks (Redwood National Park) on our travel bucket list for a long time. We finally made this dream a reality. How was our experience? We will tell you ...

Picture turquoise water in your mind. Do you see sandy beaches and palm trees? Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is the most beautiful place Julie and I have seen. However, you will not find ...

We are Scott and Julie at Miles with McConkey. After nearly 30 years, we took a leap of faith out of the corporate world to enjoy a life of travel and adventure. We hope to inspire you to find ways to ...

Many travelers flock to South Dakota to marvel at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Badlands National Park. Both are fantastic. If you love scenic drives, rewarding hikes, and unique wildlife, add ...

Have you ever felt like you were in another dimension? Visiting Petrified Forest is like tumbling down Alice’s rabbit hole and falling into Wonderland. It is a portal into another time and place. Logs ...

Saguaro National Park is an absolute hidden gem. It very well may be the most underrated national park in America. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one ...

So, you have finally decided to act on your dream of visiting White Sands National Park. But when should you go? The best time to visit White Sands National Park depends on your primary objective. Are ...

Nestled in southwestern South Dakota, Badlands National Park harbors sprawling mixed-grass prairies amid surreal layered spires, buttes, and canyons. A closer look reveals vast communities of prairie ...

Theodore Roosevelt National Park has 3 units, but one is especially popular. What is so special about the South Unit and its gateway town, Medora? Many think of the west coast when it comes to ...