Discovering Yellowstone National Park
Which park in America is best known? Yellowstone National Park, hands down. Nowhere else can you find the diversity that distinguishes this park. From the world's greatest collection of geysers and hot [more…]
A Few Inexpensive Things to Do around Orlando
It may shock you to learn that there are things to see and do in Orlando beyond Mickey, Shamu, and Shrek. Here are some hidden gems, where you can dodge the enormous crowds of Disney World and the other [more…]
Walt Disney World and Orlando's Best Hotels
One of the cool things about a trip to Orlando is the chance to stay at one of its great resorts or themed hotels. Here are some of the best hotels and accommodations in Orlando: [more…]
Loading Your Camping Backpack
Before you start jammin' goodies into that backpack, you need to decide whether to go with an internal frame or external frame (see Figure 1). [more…]
Getting to Know Grand Canyon National Park
Welcome to one of the biggest, deepest, and most interesting showcases of erosion in the world — the Grand Canyon.
You can see thousands of spectacular canyons around the United States — Hell's Canyon in [more…]
Deciding When to Go to New York
Because New York offers such a wide variety of attractions and sights, people visit the city year-round, regardless of the weather. In addition to giving you the lowdown on New York life during each season [more…]
Understanding the Weather in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is a year-round city. While the weather can be tricky and strange, you aren't going to get blizzards or tons of rain or other fun-dampening problems. Sure, it can get hot — oh, man, can it! — [more…]
Walt Disney World and Orlando's Best Thrill Rides
If you're a speed freak who lives for the ups and downs of a good ride, here are the top stomach churners and G-force generators in Orlando: [more…]
Renting a Car in Hawaii
Hawaii has so many fabulous things to see and do that it would be a real shame for you to miss out. In order to maximize your time on each of the islands, you need to rent a car. The only island where [more…]
Revealing the Secrets of Arizona's Seasons
Because of Arizona's size and its varied topography, vacationing in the northern part of the state on the Colorado Plateau is a completely different experience from touring the Sonoran Desert in the south [more…]
Getting around New York by Subway
Besides walking, riding the subway is the preferred mode of transportation for New Yorkers. Some 3.5 million people ride it each day. The subway is quick, inexpensive, relatively safe, and pretty efficient [more…]
The Best Orlando Experiences
If images of Cinderella Castle pop into your head at the mention of Orlando, you're not alone. The Magic Kingdom's iconic castle and the lovable Mouse who started it all are by far the reason most folks [more…]
Uncovering the Best of Montréal and Québec City
Montréal is fun, sexy, and sophisticated. It's a city with charisma, a place with flair. Even the people who live here think so. Is it the mix of French and North American cultures that is so appealing [more…]
A Few Las Vegas Values
The deals that follow have all stood the test of time and have a good chance of being there when you are. However, there's never any guarantee in Vegas — and that's not just with gambling — so it's possible [more…]
Introducing the Hawaiian Islands
The eight main islands are Oahu, Maui, Hawaii, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Niihau, and Kahoolawe. The first six are tourist destinations, each with its own personality and appeal. [more…]
The Best National Park Vistas
By their very nature, national parks are incredibly scenic places. The old saying "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" doesn't seem to apply. You get a beautiful view just about everywhere you look. [more…]
Chicago's Best Restaurants
Chicago is not the meat-and-potatoes place that it was back when the Chicago stockyards and packing houses fed the nation. Today, dining in Chicago is as sophisticated as dining in New York, San Francisco [more…]
What to Do If It's Raining (or Too Foggy) in San Francisco
San Francisco isn't Seattle or London by any means, but rainy days can get in the way of enjoying the city. Actually, a foggy morning is what bothers people most — fog is always cold and damp and gray. [more…]
New York City Experiences to Avoid
New York offers plenty of offbeat adventures that you may want to experience. Here's the flipside: things, events, and places to avoid. Take note: Some of the experiences listed here are often featured [more…]
What to See and Do in New York
No matter when you visit, there's sure to be something of interest going on. Whether you're looking for theatre, art, or a great view, no doubt you'll soon compile your own [more…]
California in Two Weeks — With Kids
Kids love California as much as adults do — it's sort of like a giant playground with all the latest toys. Anyone traveling with kids won't have a problem finding things to do; the trick is how to fit [more…]
The Language of Orlando: Some Terms You'll Hear around Walt Disney World
Though good old-fashioned English is all you need to know in order to have a blast in Orlando, the theme parks do have a language all their own. Knowing the right word or phrase may help ease your way [more…]
Las Vegas' Best Restaurants
Las Vegas is not only about gambling and having fun. Although you may be tempted to spend all your time in front of a slot machine, you've gotta keep that blood sugar up, you know. Las Vegas has a real [more…]
Boston's Best Restaurants
From seafood to pizza and from high-end dining to neighborhood cafes, you'll have no trouble eating well in Boston. New England cuisine abounds with seafood and local produce, but there's no particular [more…]
Discovering the Seasons of Montréal and Québec City
Your tolerance for cold — or heat — is probably the first aspect to consider when planning your trip to Montréal and Québec City.
Table 1: Montréal's Average Temperatures and Precipitation [more…]
