A Winter Visit to Death Valley National Park
A winter visit to Death Valley National Park gives you a different perspective. And missing the heat is not a bad idea.
A Day Trip to Channel Islands National Park
Taking a day trip to Channel Islands National Park off Ventura, California, is well worth the effort. Hiking, kayaking, and wildlife.
The Year in Photos 2019
We all use photos to keep travel memories. Our images from 2019, of people and scenery, come from about 50 cities in seven countries, visited via 15 different itineraries. We traveled solo, together, and with family.
Taos Pueblo, New Mexico, Black and White
Taos Pueblo is a UNESCO World Heritage site in New Mexico. The photogenic village was the subject of Ansel Adams’ first book.
The Four Best Travel Shoes for Women
When packing shoes, I consider comfort, packability, and practical use for my select itinerary. After nine years on the road, I’ve settled on the four types of shoes that suit me best on the road.
The National Parks of the United States by State
This is a list of National Parks by state. We’ve linked our stories to the parks we have visited. There are 61 U.S. National Parks, including two in American Samoa and the United States Virgin Islands.
Planning Our Trip to Alaska
Join us as we navigate planning of our first travel to Alaska. With so many possibilities, we can all use a good planning guide to help us on our way. When to go to Alaska, how to get there, and what to see and do.
Sustainable Travel Starts in Sweden
Enjoying the outdoor life in Östergötland Sweden involves meeting local entrepreneurs who balance business concerns with environmental protection. Here is the future of sustainable travel.
Under Ben Bulben: W. B. Yeats’ Grave
Famous Ben Bulben mountain can be seen from the gravestone of the Irish poet W. B. Yeats, author of the poem “Under Ben Bulben,” which features his burial instructions. “Horseman, pass by.”
Travel Past 50’s 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
Travel Past 50 offers up its own brand of gift recommendations for the 2019 holiday season. From gear to books to donations, find travel happy ideas here.