Planning a road trip and looking for affordable attractions? We’re sharing the best national parks to visit in the fall- some are even free!
National Parks
Things to do in Yellowstone: Old Faithful Geyser Eruption
The Old Faithful Geyser in Yellowstone National Park is not the only geyser in the park. There are many. Old Faithful isn’t even the largest geyser or most active geyser. But it is the most active of the large geysers. It is also the first geyser within the park to be named. This cone geyser was named…
Roughrider Cabins at Yellowstone National Park
The Roughrider Cabins at Yellowstone National Park are a welcome alternative to tent camping and affordable lodging within the park.
Things to do in Yellowstone National Park in One Day
Can you visit Yellowstone in a day? While I recommend spending as much time in the park as possible, the short answer is yes, you can explore Yellowstone in a day.
Visiting Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park near Atlanta
In the fall, I joined my husband and oldest son on a work trip to Atlanta. This wasn’t our first trip to the mega-city. We’ve visited many times before. And honestly, it was not love at first site. After the initial trip, I swore I’d never visit Atlanta again. But we did. Over. And over. And…
7 Reasons to Support Our National Parks with a National Parks Pass
The National Parks Pass allows the general public, you and me, access to Federal lands that charge an entrance fee. At sites that charge a per vehicle fee, the pass allows the user and other passengers in her car to enter under one pass. For sites that charge a per person fee, the pass allows…
A Quick Drive through Rhyolite Ghost Town in Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park has several ghost towns that visitors can drive through, including Rhyolite, the largest in the park.
How many Beer Bottles does it take to Build a House?
How many beer bottles does it take to build a house? That’s a good question and you should be able to find the answer when you visit the Tom Kelly Bottle House in Nevada. But the answer varies. According to two sources, it’s between 30,000 to 50,000 bottles. The bulk of those are unwashed beer…
