Day 1 – PORTLAND Arrive at Portland International Airport (PDX) Surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, Portland offers visitors a creative journey through its eclectic arts, music, culinary and outdoor scenes, all set against the majestic backdrop of Mt. Hood. Reinforced with a thriving maker community, DIY drive and a passion for sustainability, Portland has an…
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Get Off the Beaten Path for an Authentic Baja California Sur Experience in La Purísima and Loreto — 6-Day Itinerary
For an immersive Baja California Sur experience, skip the party destinations such as Cabo and discover the culture and small-town charm of Loreto and La Purísima. There’s a regional airport in Loreto making it a quick trip utilizing one of American Airlines’ non-stop flights from Dallas Fort Worth or Phoenix. Day 1 Arrive in Loreto…
An Indelible Mark on the Civil Rights Movement in Topeka, Kansas
Many people associate the South with the fight for civil rights; yet, Topeka, Kansas played a vital role in the civil rights movement and changed the trajectory of U.S. civil rights with Brown v. Board of Education. May 17 marks the 68th anniversary of the landmark ruling that ended segregation. Plan a trip to Topeka…
Drink Your Way Through Cheese Country: Discovering the cheese and liquor trends of Wisconsin by train (Itinerary)
Travel across Wisconsin on the Empire Builder train with stops in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells, and La Crosse to discover the best places for a craft brew or distilled spirits — and, of course, plenty of cheese. Day 1 – Milwaukee Welcome to Milwaukee! Located on the “Fresh Coast” of Lake Michigan in southeastern Wisconsin, Milwaukee…
Top 5 Things To Do In Monterey County, California, This Fall
The destination welcomes its warmest season with an abundance of activities for visitors While many people prepare to bid farewell to summer, the fall brings to Monterey County, Calif., the area’s ‘second summer’ and its warmest temperatures of the year. These optimal conditions and fewer crowds make it the perfect season to explore the amazing…
Cody, Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park — 4-Day Itinerary
Plus: Seven Fall Experiences You Can Only Have in Cody Yellowstone Day 1 Check into Holiday Inn Lunch at Zapatas A family restaurant serving New Mexican Style Food. Cody Trolley Tour Founded in 2001, Cody Trolley Tours has developed a reputation as being a must-do activity the moment you arrive in Cody, Wyoming. A Cody…
ANCHOR YOUR HEART AT THE ALL-NEW SABA ROCK RESORT WITH OPENING SPECIAL
Reservations are now open for the iconic BVI resort island destination, scheduled to open October 2021 SABA ROCK, British Virgin Islands – July 7, 2021 – Saba Rock, the legendary island resort in the British Virgin Islands, is now accepting reservations for stays starting this fall. In celebration of the resort’s highly anticipated October 2021…
Celebrating Amtrak’s 50th: 8 Incredible Small Town Stops
Train travel may be the most leisurely, scenic, and affordable way to visit small towns in the U.S. Since 1971, when the first Amtrak train departed New York City on its way to Philadelphia, Amtrak, known as America’s Railroad, has taken eager travelers, lulled by the clickety-clack of the tracks and enamored by the sense…
Top ways to vacation responsibly in 2021
(BPT) – After months of cautionary travel and shelving vacation plans, people, especially those with families at home, are researching how they can indulge their wanderlust safely again in 2021. The goal is to enjoy a vacation in a responsible manner, creating memories while keeping yourself and others safe. Heading to Coastal Mississippi: The Secret…
The Best Things To Do In Adorable Canon City, Colorado
While the Pike’s Peak Gold Rush brought the first settlers to Canon City, the city has grown since its Wild West origins and is now known for its abundance of wild, natural beauty. This beauty is celebrated with breathtaking views at Royal Gorge, along the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, on scenic drives, and in public parks….
Jill Dutton | Travel Journalist 