Straddling the border of Nevada and California, Lake Tahoe is a top lake destination in the U.S. as a year-round destination. Boating, mountain biking, hiking and historic tours are top summertime activities. Tahoe, as the locals call it, beckons everyone,…
On the northern side of Lake Tahoe, Incline Village is one of the largest communities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. From hiking to kayaking to biking, visitors can enjoy the Sierra Nevada mountain views in every direction. As the largest…
Take a road trip through the U.S. this summer for spectacular scenery. Using its scenic byways, you can see Maine’s rugged Atlantic coast to the coffee-growing coast of Hawaii. From the top of Colorado’s fourteeners to the hills of South…
Explore the deep blue underwater world without getting wet. At one of the Best Aquariums in the US, visitors will find schools of fish, turtles and even sharks. Some offer display areas for seabirds. Aquariums often include exhibits dedicated to…
Families flock to California for a wide array of activities, both outdoor and indoor. From its world-class museums and historic sites to its outdoor activities, families can have the best of both worlds. They can visit a national park to…
The California Redwoods are one of the top destinations in the state, found in several parks. However, to see the largest trees in the world, you need to visit the Redwood National and State Parks in Northern California. The Redwoods…
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks protect some of the largest trees in the world. Visitors will find the iconic Sequoia located in both parks. They are one of the top things to see…
With kids, time is on warp drive. One day, you are cradling a newborn, you fall asleep, then wake up to loading a car for their first apartment. Years ago, I promised myself that my babies would see the U.S.…
A beach day is on many a warm-weather bucket list with its warm sun and soothing waves. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the U.S. features 100,000 miles of coastline. With all the beaches across the US, visitors…
Southern California beaches come in all sizes and specialties. From Santa Barbara to San Diego, some beaches are best for water sports, some offer animal watching and others don’t even feature sand. Families will find California beaches with amusement parks,…
As the state capital of California, travelers will find attractionswith a bit of the Old West Flavor in Sacramento. Swagger into Old Sacramento or the railroad museum to learn about Sacramento’s history. From its many museums or its foodie stops,…
Located high above Palm Springs’ Coachella Valley, travelers will find a mountaintop oasis with cool breezes and a pine forest in the summer. In the winter, visitors might find snow-covered evergreens and enough snow for sledding in Southern California. To…