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Waimea Canyon in Kauai
The great gaping gulch known as Waimea Canyon is quite a sight. This valley, known for its reddish lava beds, reminds everyone who sees it of the Grand Canyon. Kauai's version is…
Western Kauai in Kauai
Hanapepe This West Kauai hamlet is becoming a haven for artists, but finding them requires some vigilance. The center of town is off Hwy. 50; turn right on Hanapepe Road just after…
History in Kauai
Ghosts to Golf Courses Lanai hasn’t always been so welcoming. Early Hawaiians believed the island was haunted by Pahulu (the god of nightmares) and spirits so wily and vicious that no…
Food and Drink in Kauai
Where to Eat on Kauai Thanks to a proliferation of hamburger joints, plate-lunch counters, and food trucks, you’ll find affordable choices (by local standards) in every town. Even in…
Hiking and Camping in Kauai
As beautiful as Kauai’s drive-up beaches and waterfalls are, some of the island’s most arresting sights aren’t reachable by the road: You’ve got to hoof it. Highlights are listed…
Biking in Kauai
Although the main highway has few stretches truly safe for cycling, there are several great places on Kauai for two-wheeling. The Poipuarea has wide, flat paved roads and several dirt…
Beaches in Kauai
Kauai’s nearly 70 beaches include some of the most beautiful in the world, and all are open to the public, as required by state law. They are also in the middle of the vast, powerful…
One Week Adventure in Kauai
Are you one of those people who hates the thought of lying around at the beach, doing nothing? Is your idea of the perfect vacation to be up, active, and trying new adventures? Then…
In One Week in Kauai
I've outlined the highlights for those who just have 7 days and want to see everything. It's a jampacked 7-day, 6-night itinerary; however, you might want to skip a few suggestions and…
In Two Weeks in Kauai
Two weeks on Kauai is perfect. It allows you to see everything at a much slower pace with plenty of relaxation and lazy beach days. I'd suggest adding lots of naps, vegging out on the…
Shopping A-Z in Florence
Here's what to buy in Florence: leather, fashion, shoes, marbleized paper, hand-embroidered linens, artisan craft goods, Tuscan wines, jewelry, pietre dure (known also as "Florentine…
Beaches in Port Antonio
Although local waters can be turbulent at times, and it rains a lot, the white-sand beaches in and around Port Antonio put it on the tourist map. Invariably, they are far less crowded…
Food & Drink in Jamaica
A visit to Jamaica doesn't mean a diet of just local cuisine. The island's eating establishments employ some of the best chefs in the Caribbean, hailing from the United States and…
The North Coast in Jamaica
You can use the following itinerary to make the most out of a week in Jamaica, but feel free to drop a place or two to save a day to relax on the beach. One week provides just enough…
Camping in Grand Canyon National Park
Picnic & Camping Supplies -- To maximize your dollars, stock up on camping items at a grocery store in a larger city, if possible. In general, prices are lowest in Flagstaff and…
Biking in Grand Canyon National Park
Inside the park on the South Rim, cyclists are allowed on all paved and unpaved roads where motorized vehicles are allowed as well as on the Greenway Trail. The new paved Greenway…
South of the Valley in Yosemite National Park
Chilnualna Falls from WawonaOne of the tallest falls outside Yosemite Valley, Chilnualna cascades down two chutes. The cascade at the bottom is narrower and packs a real punch after a…
Preparing for Your Backcountry Trip in Yosemite National Park
Be sure to get a detailed topographical map before setting out on any overnight hike. Maps are available at many stores, visitor centers, and ranger stations throughout Yosemite…
Hiking in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Sequoia & Kings Canyon are an absolute paradise for hikers. This is not only because the parks have a huge network of trails -- some 800 miles' worth -- but also because of the…
Snow Canyon State Park in Zion National Park
11 miles NW of St. George; about 60 miles W of Zion National Park Among Utah's most scenic state parks, Snow Canyon offers an abundance of opportunities for photography and hiking. The…
Biking in Zion National Park
Bikes are prohibited on all trails and forbidden to travel cross-country within the national park boundaries, but two developments have helped Zion become one of America’s few…
Highlights in Zion National Park
If you have only a day or two at the park, head first to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center for the orientation video, and then talk with a ranger about the amount of time you have, your…
Longer Trails in Zion National Park
Cable Mountain and Deertrap Mountain TrailsFrom the Ponderosa Hunting Club Trail Head, you'll head west into an open ponderosa pine forest, which soon gives way to a meadow of…
Short Hikes in Zion National Park
Riverside Walk (with assistance) and Pa'rus Trail are the only trails that are wheelchair accessible. Angels Landing Trail A popular though strenuous hike that is most certainly not…
Dixie National Forest in Bryce Canyon National Park
Adjacent to Bryce Canyon National Park The Dixie National Forest wraps around two-thirds of Bryce Canyon National Park: All down the west side, around the south end, and about halfway…