Utah’s Zion National Park is an absolute must see for outdoor lovers of any age. The scenery is amazing and there is a wealth of places to explore. For the fit and adventurous the big highlight is climbing up to Angels Landing. This is not for either the weak or faint of heart. However, in…
Bearizona is a drive-thru wildlife park near the Grand Canyon in Williams Arizona. As you drive through the park, bears and other animals come right up to your vehicle. This is a top attraction in Northern Arizona. WEBSITE: https://bearizona.com/ Overview Bearizona focuses on the mammals of North America, with of course a prime focus on…
One of the best short hikes into the Grand Canyon is taking the South Kaibab Trail to Cedar Ridge. This 3-mile hike descends 1,100 feet into the Grand Canyon and offers spectacular views. It is a nice workout and not too strenuous for the average hiker. Starting Point: South Kaibab Trailhead bus stop near Yaki…
As a family traveling can be expensive. Over the years we have become experts at finding low-cost, high quality lodging wherever we travel. These are our top 10 hotel tips for getting the most value out of a vacation. Overview Traveling does not have to cost a fortune. However, it does require some upfront research. …
One of our top travel tips is to consider what type of lodging you prefer. For us the lodging we choose varies greatly. Sometimes we are just looking for a place to sleep after a busy day of travel or site seeing. Other times we want a full resort with meals and a menu of…
Washington DC is a great city to visit because so many of its attractions are free. However, there are also some excellent premium attractions. When visiting we use the Go Washington DC Card to get discounts and save money when going to multiple attractions. Overview The Go Washington DC Card is part of the Leisure…
Every time we visit Washington, D.C. we do a car tour of the area. Our favorite Washington, D.C. drive is a quick tour through the heart of the nation’s capital. This drive is basically a simple drive along the National Mall and the area stretching from the Potomac River and Lincoln Memorial to the U.S….
Washington, D.C. is noted for its free Smithsonian museums. A museum that charges admission needs to be pretty spectacular. We are happy to report we have visited the International Spy Museum multiple times. This was before the museum doubled in size in 2019! Overview WEBSITE: https://www.spymuseum.org/ NOTE: Upfront we need to note that we have…
Our family refers to the Smithsonian American Art Museum as the “fun” art museum. Located in the heart of Washington, DC, the American Art Museum shares space with the National Portrait Gallery. Overview The Smithsonian American Art Museum (abbreviated as SAAM) has the world’s largest collection of art made in America. In addition to the…
The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC sounds rather boring considering all the other options in the neighborhood. However, this is one of the most educational and entertaining museums. Overview The National Portrait Gallery was founded in 1962 and opened in its current location in the Old Patent Office building in 1968. The focus…