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Statistics: Texas and New Mexico
Our first trip of 2016 took us to two states, three national parks, two national monuments and even a brief lunch stop in Mexico. Here’s how it all breaks down by the numbers. Click the image for larger view.
Posted in Destinations, Maps
Tagged Big bend national park, Carlsbad caverns national park, Guadalupe mountains national park, Guadalupe Peak Trail, New Mexico National Parks, New Mexico Road Trip, South Rim Hike Big Bend, Texas national parks, Texas road trip, white sands national monument
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Texas/New Mexico: The Basics
We’re making our way to Texas and our first national park of the trip. Here’s a brief introduction to the states we’re visiting.
Posted in Destinations, Upcoming Travel
Tagged New Mexico Facts, New Mexico travel, Texas Facts, Texas Travel
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Texas/New Mexico National Parks
Our spring break trip to Texas and New Mexico begins in just one week! Here’s a preview of the five major National Park Service sites we’ll be visiting, three National Parks and two National Monuments. Click the image for a larger … Continue reading
Kick of the Week: Baltimore
Last summer we made our first visit to Baltimore, Maryland. It’s often overshadowed by Washington, DC, which is just 40 miles away, but it definitely has the history and attractions to warrant it’s own look. Baltimore contains more public monuments than any other American … Continue reading
5 Underrated American Cities You Should Visit
Some cities have an automatic slot on any must-visit list, others are hidden gems. Finding those that exceed expectations is one of the best parts of traveling. Here are five cities that won us over with combinations of history, culture and charm. … Continue reading
Kick of the week: Grand Rapids, MI
This past October we were looking for a quick getaway for the Columbus Day weekend. We needed someplace not too far away but with enough highlights to keep us busy for a couple days. Having been recently voted “Best Beer … Continue reading
2015 Year In Review
After ringing in the year 2015 in Santiago, Chile, we spent the first few days of January exploring the Atacama Desert. Hiking an 18,000ft volcano and visiting the world’s 3rd largest collection of geysers were highlights. Our spring break was … Continue reading
Spring Break 2016 Destination Reveal
Winter may be just around the corner, but we’re already looking forward to our spring break 2016 adventure. We’re heading to Texas and New Mexico to visit our 39th, 40th and 41st National Parks: Big Bend, Guadalupe Mountains and Carlsbad … Continue reading
Statistics: Baltimore Etc
Our second summer 2015 road trip took us to Baltimore, with additional visits to Pittsburgh, Washington, DC and Detroit. Click for larger view.
Western Parks Part 8: The Way Home
Interstate 70 between Grand Junction and Denver is known as an engineering marvel. It was one of the final sections of the originally planned Interstate Highway System to be completed, the final lanes through Cottonwood Canyon finally being opened to … Continue reading
Posted in Destinations, Travel Tips
Tagged Badlands National Park, Cannonball Creek Brewing, Carhenge, Chimney Rock Nebraska, Colorado road trip, Eisenhower Tunnel, Mt. Sanitas Hike, Scotts Bluff, Sergeant Floyd Memorial, Waterton Canyon Hike, western road trip, Wind Cave National Park
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