Seward is one of the most beautiful places in all of Alaska, which is saying a LOT, with towering mountains, ancient glaciers, and wildlife galore. Besides being jaw-droppingly gorgeous, the charming fishing village of Seward has plenty to keep you busy, from gawking at the largest icefield in the United States to catching a glimpse of a breaching humpback whale. Here’s 8 incredible things to do in Seward, Alaska, a must-stop on the Kenai Peninsula.
The Exit Glacier, located in Alaska’s Kenai Fjords National Park, can be easily viewed from a car or on foot, making it the most accessible glaciers in the United States. To see this sheet of ice up close and personal, you can take the Exit Glacier hike, an easy trail that’s doable for hikers of all skill levels. The glacier is receding rapidly, so here’s everything you know to see it for yourself before it’s too late!
The Harding Icefield is actually the largest icefield within the United States, at 4,000 feet deep and sprawling across a whopping 700 square miles of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. And even cooler, you can actually hike up to see this goliath sheet of ice with your own eyes in Kenai Fjords National Park. Here’s everything you need to know about the Harding Icefield hike, from how to get there to exactly what you need to pack for the trail.
Kenai Fjords, located near the charming fishing village of Seward, is one of the most popular national parks in Alaska. However, the vast majority of the park is covered by ice and water—so the best way to explore and enjoy its famed landscapes and wildlife is by boat. Here’s everything you need to know about taking a Kenai Fjords cruise, from what to expect while you’re out on the water to whether it’s worth the hefty price tag.
The Kuilau Ridge Trail, located near the town of Wailua in Kauai, packs a lot of punch into just three and a half miles. This stellar hike takes you through a lush jungle, straight out of Jurassic Park, up to the spine of a mountain, with jaw-dropping views of the surrounding peaks and the Wai’ale’ale Valley. Here’s everything you need to know about the Kuilau Ridge Trail, one of the best easy hikes in Kauai.
If you’re looking for a hike in Moab that’s packed with adventure, the Druid Arch Trail should be at the top of your list, offering a 150-foot tall sandstone arch, slot canyons, colorful rock formations, and fun elements, like scrambling and climbing ladders. That being said, there’s a few unusual things about this hike that you should know before you hit the trail—see here’s everything you need to know about the Druid Arch Trail, Canyonlands National Park’s best hike.
Hawaii is known as being one of the most expensive destinations on the planet and the Big Island is no exception. The most popular place to stay on the Big Island is the town of Kona, located on its western side, which offers excellent proximity to the best beaches and water activities on the island. There’s a ton of different lodging options to choose from here, ranging from backpacker hostels to extravagant world-class resorts, so if you’re planning your Big Island getaway, here’s exactly where to stay in Kona, regardless of your budget.
Sedona, Arizona is renowned for its stunning red rock mesas, cliffsides, and caves. While many of the trails in the area are packed with visitors, there’s still a few hidden gems, including the Keyhole Cave, an enormous cavern that provides one of the most jaw-dropping vistas over the surrounding desert landscape. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking to the Keyhole Cave, Sedona’s best kept secret.
The Havasu Falls trail is one of the most bucketlist-worthy hikes in the United States, taking you down into the Grand Canyon to the base of a 100 foot turquoise waterfall. While Havasu Falls is the most famous waterfall along the trail, there are several other ones, including Beaver Falls, a series of tiered turquoise waterfalls and pools that are arguably even more stunning than Havasu. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Beaver Falls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Arizona
Mooney Falls, located along the iconic Havasu Falls Trail, is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Arizona, with a turquoise curtain of water spilling 200 feet down a rocky red cliffside in the Grand Canyon. While Mooney Falls is absolutely gorgeous, you DEFINITELY have to work to reach its base—after hiking 10 miles, you’ll then need to crawl through two caves and climb down an incredibly steep cliffside, with nothing to hold on to other than muddy chains and slippery foot holds. If you want to experience this adrenaline-pumping adventure for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Mooney Falls.
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