What is the draw of Hilton Head Island? Is it the more than ten miles of beaches? Maybe it’s the slower pace of life. Maybe it’s both of these characteristics that have drawn visitors to the Hilton Head, South Carolina area for decades. A whopping 39 public and private golf courses weave across the island, making it a golfer’s dream come true. And the weather is conducive to tennis, fishing, and biking, too — in fact, the island’s paved trail system means you can bike from one of the island to …
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Hiking Canada’s Silver Basin
Have you ever tried hiking Canada's Silver Basin? As anyone who’s ever hiked anywhere in Canada can tell you, this country has some of the most picturesque views you’ll find in the world. One of these hikes can be found within Silver Basin. About two hours outside Radium or Invermere is Bugaboo Provincial Park where you’ll find Silver Basin’s trailhead. Note: getting to the trailhead requires a vehicle with high undercarriage clearance — a 4x4 is a good option. You’ll follow the fire service …
Unique, Artisanal Shopping in Camas, Washington
If you love shopping, or love shopping in unique shops, or dining on dishes you can only find in one place — if you love the thrill of newness, Camas, Washington, should be moving up a few spots on your ultimate bucket list. Let us recommend some unique, artisanal shopping in Camas, Washington. Named after a plant indigenous to the northwest that was a staple food for early tribes in the region, Camas offers the best shopping and dining you’ll find anywhere. Camas’ downtown is a buffet line …
Best Parks in the Pacific Northwest
The PNW, as it’s called, has some of the nation’s most beautiful scenery, and many of these breathtaking vistas are found in the state and national parks of the region. Mount Rainier National Park In Puget Sound, the majestic 14,400+ foot peak of Mount Rainier scrapes against the sky. On clear days, you won't see a more impressive sight. Due to its size, there aren’t many places in the region where you can’t see this behemoth, but at the national park that shares its name, you can get intimate …
Amsterdam: A Cool Place to Just Be
Amsterdam is a city lover’s dream city. Streets look straight out of paintings, with tram stations, and bus and bike lanes. Amsterdam is a cool place to just be. It’s not just a great place to travel to, it’s easy to travel within. While this Netherlands capital city is ranked as one of the most liveable places in the world, what you’ll see on arrival is more a place of calm — a place where you can just exist. It’s a little like Italy, with over a hundred canals zig-zagging through the …
One of the Best Small Towns in the South is in Alabama
One of the best small towns in the South is in Alabama… at least, according to Southern Living Magazine. But both residents and visitors to the little town of Fairhope, Alabama, tend to agree. This charming town on the coast of the Atlantic is just below Mobile on the map and laces the eastern shores of Mobile Bay. Its streets are lined with flowers. Every other street has a beautiful park. Through each park you’ll find designated walking trails. And at the other end, you’re sure to discover …
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