Five Places To Honor Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is just around the corner and people across the nation are busy making final preparations for a number of special events. Held annually on the third Monday of January, MLK Day marks the birthday of Dr. King. However, the federal holiday is also intended to celebrate the life and legacy of the most important civil rights leader in American history. Although events in 2018 in observing MLK 50 were profoundly significant, this year’s holiday is also important as it marks the 25th anniversary of the MLK Day of Service, a day of volunteer service across the country. See where the best places are to honor…
Best Hiking Destinations On The Pacific Coast
Whether you’re a beginning hiker or an advanced trekker, the Pacific Coast region offers a wealth of hiking trails that are perfectly suited just for you, your friends or loved ones. For many hikers, the preferred destination is the legendary Pacific Crest Trail, one of America’s first National Scenic Trails that extends 2,650 miles from the desert and Sierra Nevada regions of California, through the Cascades of Oregon and Washington and then into British Columbia, Canada. But what if you prefer equally scenic hiking trails that run closer along the Pacific Coast, with its spellbinding views of not only the Pacific Ocean but also the natural beauty it’s so famous…
Seven Suggested Stops Along Wisconsin’s Great River Road
Wisconsin’s Great River Road is just part of America’s oldest National Byway, the more broadly named Great River Road, a fabulously scenic roadway that travels more than 2,000 miles across 10 U.S. states from Minnesota to Louisiana. But Wisconsin’s 250-mile stretch deserves a closer look, as it connects 33 historic towns and villages that reside along America’s second longest river and traverses through two National Wildlife Refuges, multiple state parks and of course, several extraordinary points of interest. If you’re looking for a new and fascinating unique adventure for a great American road trip, here are seven suggested stops from north to south, along the Badger State’s scenic byway. Stockholm…
7 Family Friendly Campsites In America
One of America’s best and most popular family-friendly traditions is heading out on the open road for a fun-filled vacation. However, with rising fuel costs across the nation and peak rates for lodging, many families will have to tighten their travel budget a bit in order to get away from it all. Fortunately, there are thousands of affordable campgrounds to consider in America, where even a seven-night stay might equal a single night in a hotel or motel room. While most, if not all of the most popular campgrounds may not be available all year, here are seven great camping sites for a family friendly getaway. Ashland-White Mountains Jellystone Park…
Beat The Summer Heat As Temperatures Soar In These Cooler Locales
The warmer months are upon us and all across the country Americans are hitting the road or the airways to take their long-awaited summer vacation. But not all travelers will want to spend their well-deserved time off in scorching heat or unbearable humidity. Instead, by selecting a destination that’s known to have a cooler summer climate as well as with plenty of fun things to do and great places to stay, vacationers will likely have a far better experience, especially if traveling by car. For a few suggestions, here are five great American cities to beat the heat this year on a summer getaway. Ann Arbor, Michigan Among the cities…
