U.S. Destinations

Summiting Grays Peak

Our trip to Colorado had one goal, climb some 14ers. We opted for the highest, Mount Elbert, followed by a route where we could snag two at once. This being my first trip to Colorado, it was important to stay safe, but also see as much as possible during a long weekend. Grays Peak and …

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Visiting Georgetown, Colorado

It’s not hard to stumble upon unique mountain towns as you gallivant across the Rockies. A short drive from Denver reveals stunning landscapes and picturesque mountain ranges for as far as the eye can see. Coming from Florida, where the elevation tops out at about 345′ above sea level, it was easy to get distracted by …

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Summiting The Second Tallest Mountain In The Lower 48

If you are visiting Colorado, most likely your plans call for some time spent in and around the mountains. For the more adventurous, you might include a hike to the summit of a fourteener, which is a mountain that reaches 14,000′ or higher. Colorado boasts over fifty fourteeners scattered across the state. These mountains are …

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Staying In Leadville To Summit Mount Elbert

This past year I accomplished one of my bucket list goals by climbing to Everest Base Camp in Nepal and upon returning home I realized there is a mountain range right here in this country that I have yet to explore. A girl’s trip out to Colorado to summit the second tallest peak in the …

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5 Stops To Make During Your Next Visit To Rochester, New York

A beautiful small city that sits just south of Lake Ontario, Rochester boasts historical attractions, delicious dining, and picturesque landscapes. 1. Genesee Brew House A great location with great food and even better beer. The Genesee Brew House sits along the Genesee River directly across from High Falls and has been operating since 1878, making it …

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24 Hours in Niagara Falls

A short weekend spent visiting Niagara Falls. Things to do and places to visit. Start at 7:00 AM. Grab some breakfast and take a morning stroll along one of the many trails on Goat Island, part of the Niagara Falls State Park which is on the American side of the falls. Bike rentals and trolley rides …

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Put The Great Smoky Mountains National Park On Your To-Do List

While I only spent a quick weekend in and around the Smoky Mountains National Park, I felt that was just enough time to get acquainted with the vast wilderness of the Appalachian mountains in Tennesse. Although I still have a fair bit of exploring to do within the national park, I wanted to express just …

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