Also known as the "Rocket City," Huntsville, Alabama, is home to the Marshall Space Flight Center. A tech-minded city supporting around 180,000, it is the Aerospace capital of the South. If the science museums start to wear on you, stretch those legs at one of the many golf courses or beautiful parks that dot the city. A juicy filet is moments away with seve… read more
A family-friendly community, Livingston, New Jersey has a slew of activities geared toward that very demographic. From ice skating opportunities at Memorial Park to jogging on the Brian McGoff Memorial Jogging Track, also located in Memorial Park, there is plenty to do and see in Livingston. And when your day is coming to a close, there are several great res… read more
Marion, Ind., has many activities for the visiting tourist. Golf, the Splash House water park, bowling and auto racing are just a few of the intriguing pastimes to engage in during your stay. Marion is the home of many historic sites such as an 1812 battlefield, the Cumberland covered bridge, Hostess House, Quilter's Hall of Fame and the VA Medical Center. I… read more
Philadelphia is known for a wealth of restaurants serving delicious and affordable meals. The city's historic area, which locals call the Old City, is home to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. This part of the town is packed to the gills with dining options, so after a day of learning about the nation's history visitors can dine on anything from Southe… read more
Broward County, Florida is located in the southeastern region of the state. The county seat of Broward County is Fort Lauderdale and other cities include Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Miami Gardens and Pembroke Pines. Established in 1915, Broward County boasts beaches full of activities, such as sailing, surfing and swimming. In regards to dining, as southern Fl… read more
Whether you come to Rye, New York to pick apples in the fall, go golfing at the Westchester Country Club, or ride the roller coasters at Rye Playland amusement park, there is plenty of good food (both casual and upscale) to satisfy the… read more
Lexington, Kentucky, is known as the horse capital of the world and welcomes visitors from all over the world for the annual Kentucky Derby. However, Lexington has much more to offer than just horses. The bluegrass region provides many… read more
The South End's Franklin Avenue is the heart of Hartford's Little Italy, and it is lined with merchants, restaurants, pizzerias and bakeries that bring a decided Italian aura to the neighborhood. While most of the truly authentic Itali… read more
Bedford, Virginia, is nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains, the James River, and Smith Mountain Lake. Some travelers make their way to Bedford to visit Poplar Forest, the personal estate of Thomas Jefferson. Others go to Bedford to… read more
Elizabeth is one of New Jersey's largest cities, with a population of just over 120,000, according to the 2000 census. In 2008, Popular Science magazine named Elizabeth one of America's 50 greenest cities, making it the only place in N… read more
Mahwah is a township in Bergen County, New Jersey, just south of the border with New York State. Mahwah is home to the 3,313-acre Ramapo Valley County Reservation with its 22-acre Scarlet Oak Pond, campsites and hiking trails. Mahwah a… read more
There are many breakfast restaurants in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, ranging from diners to cafes for tourists. While you're in the area, visit the Benjamin Olewine III Nature Center, which has ample opportunity for visitors to enjoy hiki… read more
Manassas is the city hub of the county of Prince William located in the north eastern area of the state. This region is part of the Metropolitan Washington Area. If you love the outdoors you're in the right place because wooded forest,… read more
Lexington, Kentucky is situated in the Bluegrass Region and is also known as the "thoroughbred city" because it has been associated with the breeding of horses since the late eighteenth century. Lexington is also home to two public dis… read more
Myrtle Beach, S.C., is well-known for its sandy beaches and championship golf courses. It well-suited for the outdoor enthusiast traveling on a budget, as the city offers many activities that are either low-priced or free including fis… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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