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Dog Sledding in Alaska: The Last Frontier’s Greatest Adventure

Too Long; Didn’t Read Experience dog sledding in Alaska any time of year. It’s fun, exciting, and links you directly to wild places and old ways.  Choose your experience: Summer (May-Sep): Ride wheeled carts through forests, visit musher camps, or take helicopter tours for unique glacier sledding ($389-$814+). Winter (Nov-Apr): Experience classic snow sledding, drive […]

A Tourist’s Guide to the Coldest Places In America

Too Long; Didn’t Read America packs in all kinds of cold-weather fun, from city festivals to wild, remote places.  Top spots to check out: Urban Ice: Fairbanks, AK (Northern Lights, dog sledding), International Falls, MN (Icebox Days); Duluth/Marquette (lake-effect snow, ice caves). Mountain Escapes: Crested Butte, CO/Taos, NM (skiing, unique landscapes); Mammoth Lakes, CA (volcanic […]

Beaches In Canada: Unexpected Diversity

Too Long; Didn’t Read Canada has the planet’s longest coastline. It stretches an amazing 240,000 km. Forget what you think you know about beaches here.  Expect surprising variety: Warm Atlantic waters: Swim at Parlee Beach (NB) or hear “singing sands” on PEI. Vast freshwater shores: Visit Wasaga Beach (ON), the world’s longest freshwater beach, or […]

Caves In America: Hidden Underground Wonders

TL;DR America has amazing public caves. You can find adventure exploring them. See cool rock shapes inside. Spot animals that live there. Some caves hold important history too. Key highlights include: Western Marvels: Reopened Crystal Cave (CA – marble, requires hike/booking), year-round Lehman Caves (NV – tours/wild caving), Sea Lion Caves (OR – coastal wildlife), […]

Best Surfing Spots In California: The Golden State’s Waves

TL;DR Year-Round Waves: Winter (big NW swells – North/Central) and Summer (gentler S swells – South) provide consistent surf. Three Distinct Regions: Southern California (San Diego to SB): Classic warm(er) water, iconic spots (Malibu, Trestles), consistent summer S swells, HUGE crowds, surf industry hub. Central Coast (Ventura to Santa Cruz): Scenic, cooler water, fewer crowds, […]

Cozy Winter Getaways In The US: Finding Your Perfect Cold-Weather Escape

TL;DR Check out our picks for winter getaways around the country. We found different kinds of trips for every taste.  Options include: Snowy Mountain Escapes: Ski resorts & cozy lodges in Stowe (VT), Park City (UT), Jackson Hole (WY), and the Catskills (NY). Lakeside/Coastal Charm: Storm-watching in Kennebunkport (ME), historic pubs in Portsmouth (NH), ice […]

The Most Scenic Train Rides In America

TL;DR Want to see America’s really beautiful scenery? Iconic train routes offer a fantastic way.  Check out these highlights: Cross-Country Epics: California Zephyr (Chicago-SF): Rocky Mountains, Utah red rocks, Sierra Nevada. Empire Builder (Chicago-Seattle/Portland): Glacier National Park, Montana prairies, Columbia River Gorge. Sunset Limited (LA-New Orleans): Sonoran Desert, Texas canyons, Gulf Coast bayous. Coastal Wonders: […]