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Harvest Hosts Review: It’s Only Worth It For This Type of RVer

There are SO many different RVing memberships these days that it can be a bit overwhelming trying to decide what makes sense for your style of camping. One of the most popular RVing memberships is called Harvest Hosts, which allows you to stay overnight at local breweries, wineries, farms and more, in exchange for patronizing the business. Sounds like a sweet deal? It definitely is—but the program may not be for every RVer.  My husband, Justin, and I have stayed at dozens of Harvest Hosts over the last few years and are well-acquainted with the program’s benefits and drawbacks. Here’s an honest, non-sponsored Harvest Hosts review from someone who has personally used the program all over the country.

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Sky Pond Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park: Everything You Need to Know

The Sky Pond hike is one of the best trails in Rocky Mountain National Park, offering waterfalls, alpine lakes, and jaw-dropping views of some of the most jagged mountains Colorado has to offer. This hike does come with some quirky challenges, though—like climbing up one of the aforementioned waterfalls! If you want to tackle this unique trail for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about the stunningly beautiful Sky Pond hike, from what permits you need on to what you should bring along to make sure you have the best time on the trail.

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6 Incredible Black Sand Beaches Near Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii

The Big Island of Hawaii is home to some of the most active volcanoes on the planet, which has uniquely shaped its landscape to include stunning fields of volcanic rock, lava tubes, and, of course, black sand beaches. Given the location of the active Kilauea Volcano on the southeastern part of the island, most of the black sand beaches on the Big Island are found along its southern or eastern coastline, conveniently located near its largest city, Hilo. Here’s 6 incredible black sand beaches near Hilo that are worth exploring during your time on the Big Island.

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12 Best Isle of Skye Tours from Edinburgh, Scotland

The Isle of Skye is arguably the most beautiful of Scotland’s almost 800 islands, with impossibly green hills, dramatic basalt formations, and an incredibly rugged coastline. But how are you supposed to explore its epic landscapes if you don’t want to mess around with renting a car—or drive on the left side of the road—while you’re in Scotland? Luckily, if you’re staying in Edinburgh, there’s tons of tours from the capital city to the Isle of Skye, so that you can see and explore this epic landscape for yourself. So here are the 12 best Isle of Skye tours from Edinburgh, so you can let someone else sit in the driver’s seat while exploring this magical land—quite literally!

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Chain Lakes Loop: The Best Mount Baker Hike in Washington

Chain Lakes Loop, in northwestern Washington state, is a spectacularly beautiful hike, complete with panoramic views of Mount Baker and the surrounding Cascades, seemingly countless alpine lakes, and dazzling displays of wildflowers. Here’s everything you need to know about the Chain Lakes Loop trail, one of the best hikes that the Northern Cascades has to offer. 

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11 Best Isle of Skye Tours in Scotland

The Isle of Skye may just be what you picture when you think of Scotland, with an impossibly craggy coastline, rugged rock formations, and adorable historic villages. But what if you want to explore this beautiful place during your time in Scotland and don’t want the stress of renting and driving a car *on the wrong side of the road*?

Lucky for us, there’s TONS of Isle of Skye tours to choose from that will take you from all of the country’s major cities, like Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Inverness, to this magical place. Here are the 11 best tours of the Isle of Skye so you can explore Scotland’s most famous (and, in our opinion, beautiful!) island, while allowing someone else to sit in the driver’s seat—quite literally!

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10 Hiking Safety Tips You NEED to Know Before Hitting the Trail

There’s few things on this planet that are better than lacing up those boots and exploring a new hiking trail. Getting awesome exercise endorphins AND enjoying incredible views? Yes please! 

However, hiking definitely isn’t without its risks—in fact, it’s estimated that approximately 50,000 search and rescue efforts for hikers are conducted in the United States each year alone. So if you primarily want to enjoy the trails and not become another statistic, here are 10 key safety hiking tips to follow to make sure you’re staying safe in the incredible great outdoors.

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12 Best Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park for All Skill Levels

Rocky Mountain is one of the most popular U.S. National Parks—and it’s not hard to see why! With jaw-dropping mountainscapes, alpine lakes, and bucket list-worthy hikes, there’s something in this park for any kind of adventure lover. But with 355 miles of hiking trails, it can be hard to know where to spend your time if you only have a day here. Here’s 12 of the best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park, from trails that are perfect for beginners to some of the most challenging adventures in the park.

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Kauai Itinerary: The Ultimate Guide for 7 Days or Less!

With its lush green mountains, stunning beaches, and abundant wildlife, Kauai is inarguably one of the most gorgeous Hawaiian Islands. While the Garden Isle is the smallest of the main islands in Hawaii, it still covers over 550 square miles—so if you have a short amount of time to explore this absolute paradise, it can be hard to know how (and where!) to spend your time. We’ve been lucky enough to explore this incredible island four times and have put together the perfect Kauai itinerary for exactly how you should spend your 7 days (or less!) on this little slice of heaven!

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Scout Lookout in Zion National Park: The Best Alternative to Angel’s Landing

Zion National Park has some iconic trails, including the harrowing Angel’s Landing, where you’ll hike along the narrow spine of a mountain whilst clinging to chains to prevent you from falling over 1,200 feet to the canyon floor below. If the thought of that makes your palms a bit too sweaty, not to fear—-there’s actually an awesome alternative, Scout Lookout, which takes you up to the same stunning viewpoint over the Zion Canyon that hikers completing Angel’s Landing climb to before continuing on their journey along the aforementioned sketchy ridgeline.  Here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Scout Lookout in Zion National Park, the best alternative to Angel’s Landing.

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