The Grand Canyon According to Brighty
It may not be obvious from the comfort of your air-conditioned motorcoach, but survival in many parts of the Grand Canyon would not have been possible without…
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Albuquerque 44th International Balloon Fiesta
Posted onThe Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta sets off its 44th anniversary on October 3rd with the tagline “Where Dreams Take Flight.” Balloonists take this tagline literally as they cover the…
Top 5 Trips to Take before the Summer Ends
Posted onFind the best trips to take before Summer ends and enjoy the fun in the sun while you still have the chance!
10 Best US Attractions to Celebrate the First Day of Summer
Posted onWith summer upon us, it only natural that you’re looking for something adventurous to kick-off your vacation. Whether its saving up for a trip to a jaw-dropping location, or visiting a hidden gem nearby, these are some ways you celebrate the first day of summer right!
A Day in the Life of a Grand Canyon Tour Leader
Posted onWe had the pleasure of speaking with Rachel, a tour guide for our Grand Canyon camping tours. I would love to tell you how much she loves her work, for her to be able to take customers on a journey of the southwestern United States, but her first hand narrative speaks for itself.
5 Cities to Visit on July 4!
Posted onJuly 4 is only a few weeks away! How are you planning on spending the holiday weekend? It’s a great time to soak in the summer rays and enjoy a new place. As always, there are many 4th of July sales on vacations out there. Why not celebrate Independence Day where it all started–the East Coast!
Top 5 National Parks to Visit in the US
Posted onThe coming of spring means fair weather; blue skies and warm temperatures. Spring is the perfect time to spend some time outdoors. In order to celebrate Earth Day…
3 Haunting Legends and Tales of Historically Spooky Places
Posted onOn every block there is a house with a dark tale and every city hosts hundreds of ghost stories. Whether spawned from rumors or truth, these tales spin into truly horrifying legends with each retelling. However, there are three that should stand out in every traveler’s mind, three legends that echo from a terrifying, historic site.
New Orleans: “It’s Pronounced ‘Nawlins’”
Posted onI was lucky enough to take a trip to New Orleans this past week and see what it has to offer. It had always been one of the…
A Historical Journey Through New Orleans’ Oak Alley Plantation
Posted onTwenty-eight oak trees line the awe-inspiring driveway of the decadent Oak Alley Plantation in New Orleans, Louisiana. These were the reason why Jacques Joseph Roman chose this plantation to woo his wife into moving from the hustle and bustle of the French Quarter and into the countryside. Marie used the plantation as a social gathering point for all of her city friends and entertained guests on their own country retreats. The plantation was even the site of many popular films like Interview With a Vampire and Primary Colors.