Located three hours from Los Angeles at the junction of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts, Joshua Tree, California is a haven for those who love art and the outdoors. And despite what you may have heard, this little desert town has so much to more offer beyond its National Park. It’s vibrant, thriving, weird in …
Ever wanted to watch the sunrise from above the clouds? Or folic across a black sand beach surrounded by the most beautiful sea cliffs? Does a scenic drive home to dozens of roadside waterfalls pique your interest? If you answered yes to any of these questions, a trip to the island of Maui, Hawai’i should …
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Plastic pollution in the ocean is a serious problem that threatens the ocean ecosystem. The Ocean Conservancy estimates that there are currently 150 million metric tons of plastic in the ocean, and that we add 8 million tons each year. How long that plastic will last varies, but many types of plastic exist 200 years …
Many Americans are embarking on domestic vacations this week, and according to Forbes, the greatest anticipated travel trend for 2021 is a surge in domestic and “staycation” travel. As we explore the picturesque towns, idyllic countrysides, and beautiful landscapes of the United States, doing our best to consider and reduce the social and environmental impacts …
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Researchers have found that spending time in nature has positive effects on mental and physical health and wellness. Dedicating just 20 minutes each day to being outdoors has been shown to reduce stress and promote immune system health. So it makes sense that over the last year, people have been turning to national, state, and …
Summer is quickly approaching, and in O’ahu, Hawai’i, that means snorkeling and diving season is nigh. Between the months of May and September, waters become calmer, clearer, and ideal for swimming with marine life and exploring the underwater world. We’ve compiled our top five free snorkeling destinations below, and ordered them from our personal most …
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Aptly nicknamed “the gathering place,” O’ahu Hawai’i is the most-visited island in the Sandwich Islands archipelago, and hosts more visitors every year than all of the other Hawaiian islands combined. It is easy to understand why it is such a popular travel destination – from beautiful beaches, to adrenaline-inducing ridge hikes, to ono (delicious) grindz, …
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As weather gets warmer and the world begins to safely open back up, both beach town locals and tourists who are looking for a dose of vitamin sea will be flocking to our world’s beaches. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, spending time at the beach is one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities in the …
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Happy National Wildlife Week! We love animals – they’re amazing – and a lot of other travelers feel the same way. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, wildlife tourism, which includes activities ranging from snorkeling to observing elephants (both on a safari or at the Smithsonian Zoo), is a multi-billion dollar industry that …
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Aptly nicknamed “Big Island,” Hawai’i is the largest island in the Sandwich Islands archipelago, and lives up to its moniker. This Hawaiian island is BIG. From active volcanoes, to sprawling lava fields, to tropical rainforests, pristine bays, to lush green cattle fields, to black, red, and even green sand beaches, the island of Hawai’i is …
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