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There are three major types of hiking boots with which most hikers are intimately familiar. Outwardly, they sometimes look strikingly similar, but it is the reinforcement in certain areas of the boot that cradles the foot and makes all…
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Arizona is more than the Wild West. It has mountains, waterways, the Grand Canyon and volcanoes in addition to the Sonoran Desert. To get a feel for the state's geology, early inhabitants and pioneer history, consider hiking and campin…
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With its tremendous geographic diversity--including the Great Lakes, plains, hills and forests--Ohio has a number of opportunities for any family inclined to the outdoors. With its long, warm summer, there's plenty of time to cram in e…
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Finding the right pair of walking shoes can be a frustrating experience. When you walk into a shoe store, you are faced with endless shelves of choices. You must sort through many brands, styles and shapes to find the right walking sho…
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Broomfield, Colorado, is popular with hikers and those interested in the outdoors because of the extensive hiking system within the city limits. This system links different lakes, parks and outdoor attractions together, using a series…
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Nuevo Vallarta is a great destination for travelers in search of land and water sports, adventure tours and cultural attractions. With a warm, tropical climate year-round, Nuevo Vallarta is located in Mexico's Pacific coastline. With e…
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If you've spent all day walking around Manhattan, seeing the city sights and the parks, there isn't a more satisfying ending than having a dose of Asian street food. Dumplings are a cheap way to fill up on great cooking at a variety of…
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In a city that never sleeps, with a melting pot of every culture in the world, it is easy to find food from around the planet. When visiting New York for its culture, history and park trails, getting a craving for international food is…
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Sayville, New York is a beachside hamlet, located right next to the Great South Bay on Long Island. It is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts, because it features beaches, parks and recreations, as well as fabulous golf courses and a…
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For women who continue to pursue walking even during the cold, snowy, winter months, a more specialized walking boot is needed. The boot should be all leather for support and warmth, and preferably have a Gore-Tex liner so it is waterp…
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According to Georgia State Parks, "Tallulah Gorge is 2 miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep." Hikers have to have a permit to hike the rim trails (limit of 100 per day). You can walk the suspension bridge, 80 feet above the gorge. The…
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The city of Phoenix Arizona has outdoor activities to keep tourist and residents busy all day. Try fishing at Lake Saguaro, hiking the trails at Camelback Mountains, South Mountain or Superstition Wilderness or biking the Murphy Trails…
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If you are a single woman who thinks of a couple's retreat when you hear the phrase "weekend getaway," then it may be time to reinvent your idea of vacation. Just because you do not have a mate is no reason not to splurge on some solo…
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Nurenburg, Germany, has some of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe and was the site of the World War II Nurenburg Trials. There are architectural sites to explore and trails to hike. Hike up the hill that meanders through town and…
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North Charleston offers up all the charms of the low country of South Carolina, from water sports and state parks to amazing cuisine and reasonably priced lodging. You can even check out the untouched swamp forest if you dare.
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