Michigan is a beautiful place with amazing landscapes, scenery, wonders, and more — and the best way to explore the Great ...

Nestled in Northern California’s Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Fern Canyon is a hidden gem that feels like stepping into another world. This lush, green ...

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Make the holidays extra special this year by giving a thoughtful travel gift to the globetrotting women in your life. Welcome to Hand-Picked, a curated series highlighting the travel gear and goods ...

It is no secret that I love Oregon. The Oregon Coast is where I go to calm my troubled heart and the cities are full of adventures. And while there is so much ...

I don’t know about you, but when I spend time in nature, I prefer it to be meditative. I don’t mind greeting the occasional ...

Just outside of Jefferson City, Missouri, Clark’s Hill/Norton State Historic Site offers breathtaking views of the Missouri River and surrounding area.

I grew up all over eastern Iowa. My parents moved from place to place – Tipton, Lowden, Iowa City – before finally settling on the beautiful town of Decorah, ...

The Hoosier State isn’t exactly known for its hiking trails, but I think this is unfair. Our hiking trails are wonder-filled ...

Let’s be honest — we spend more time looking at screens than faces, let alone nature. And there comes a point where we just need a break to disconnect and ...

I am the epitome of an animal lover but I have never been a huge fan of zoos. What I do love are up-close-and-personal animal encounters, especially when they ...

When you think about spending one day in Virginia, you might picture a day in Virginia Beach, Richmond, or Charlottesville. But these cities aren’t the only ...