One of two Spanish forts that call San Juan, Puerto Rico home, Castillo San Felipe del Morro is a travel pinnacle for travel lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Locally known as “El Morro”, this impressive fortress is the most iconic fortification constructed by the Spanish in the Americas. Situated in the historic district of Old …
Arguably one of the most famous points at the Grand Canyon, hiking down to Ooh Aah Point should be a box ready to be checked on any hiker's checklist. Gaining its name from the obvious “Ooh, aah" sound you make upon reaching it, the point has been made uber-trendy by Instagram and TikTok “influencers”, and …
When people think about petroglyphs, their minds often instinctively gravitate towards iconic sites like Petroglyph National Monument in New Mexico, Newspaper Rock in Utah (Newspaper Rock: One of the First Community Message Boards.), or the (conveniently) similarly named Newspaper Rock in The Petrified Forest National Park and Painted Desert.. Yet, the American Southwest is home …
While I rarely offer scathing reviews of my travel destinations, the Shrine Drive-Thru Tree is an exception, with this blog serving as a screaming cautionary tale to all my readers. Please don’t waste your time and money. Despite its initial appeal and promise of adventure, this attraction falls flat, like a tree in the forest, …
✨Fun fact - there are 128 lakes in Arizona and only 2 are natural.✨ Among Arizona's many man-made lakes, Tempe Town Lake stands out as a favorite, particularly for residents of The Valley. Situated just 10 miles east of downtown Phoenix, adjacent to downtown Tempe, it's a prime spot for day trips, outdoor activities, and …
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One of the few epic destinations on the island of Trinidad, Maracas Waterfall is well worth the journey. While reaching it requires a rather lengthy drive and a challenging hike, the experience is rewarding. Standing at an impressive height of 300 feet (or 91.5 meters, though some claim 298 feet), Maracas Waterfall claims the title …
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Undoubtedly crowned as the premier tourist destination on the Caribbean Island of Saint Lucia, the Pitons stand as an absolute must-see for every traveler, particularly those visiting the island for the first time. The remnants of a now dormant volcano, Sulphur Springs, these iconic landmarks consist of two colossal volcanic plugs: Petit Piton, soaring at …
Despite lasting roughly only 30 seconds, the gunfight at the O.K. Corral propelled the establishment into Wild West infamy for all of eternity. Situated in the equally renowned Wild West town of Tombstone, Arizona, the O.K. Corral served as a livery and horse corral from 1879 to approximately 1888. It became the backdrop for one …
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Named by Princess Margaret of England during her 1962 honeymoon – after she likened it to the “transparency of a nylon” and its resemblance to a swimming pool – the Nylon Pool is one of Tobago’s premier tourist destinations. Formed by an offshore sandbar and tranquil lagoon, the Nylon Pool offers a serene and calming …
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Nestled in the northern foothills of the majestic Olympic Mountains in northwest Washington State lies the beautiful Lake Crescent. Part of the expansive Olympic National Park, this large lake reaches a maximum depth of 624 feet (190 m), ranking it as the second-deepest lake in Washington, surpassed only by Lake Chelan. Stretching 12 miles in …
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