Read my detailed family-friendly itinerary for your five day hiking and rafting adventure in Colorado Springs.
Central Texas Hikes: A Review of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
This summer, I visited one of my favorite parks in Central Texas: Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. Known for its monumental pink granite dome, providing an unrestricted view of the Texas hillcountry, this park will surprise you by its grandeur, making for a truly unforgettable experience. On a day hike that I never wanted to …
Texas Trails: My Top 5 Day Hikes near Austin
Endlessly scrolling through your Instagram feed, filled with beautiful landscape pictures of the Rocky Mountains or the Florida beaches, can be a real bummer sometimes. Especially if you live nowhere near those places. But believe it or not, there is plenty of hiking trails and beautiful destinations to visit everywhere in the world. Living in …
A Rocky Mountain Summer: 4 Must Do Things Near Vail
Known for its pristine slopes, luxurious lodges and fine dining, Vail would seemingly be a barren wasteland in the summer. But on the contrary. During the warmer months, the Colorado Rockies hold all new attractions. Although majorly overlooked by the general public, with the snow gone and the rivers thawed, the peaks are the place …
The Best Hikes in Vail: Two Trails You Have To Visit in the Valley
On our recent trip to the Rocky Mountains, my family and I stayed in Vail, Colorado, an old vacation spot I hadn’t visited since I was 12 years old. It was the first time I had seen the area without a thick coat of snow all around. We used to visit each February to ski, …
Ponca Arkansas Itinerary: A Weekend Adventure for the Whole Family
I recently took a trip with my family to Ponca, Arkansas, exploring the top rated activities in the area. After living in the state for more than 20 years and hearing all about what Ponca has to offer, it was time that we visited this little town for ourselves. Although there are several fun things …
Summer Vacations in Texas: A Review of Krause Springs
For July 4th weekend, I decided to try something different: a dip in one of Texas’ most famous swimming holes, Krause Springs. Along with the spring fed hole itself, I was able to visit the manmade pool and the butterfly gardens. During my time at Krause Springs, I was able to learn more about myself …