Travel Blog
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One Photo, One Memory: A Snapshot Story from Yosemite
During our trip to Yosemite National Park in September 2024, we were determined to soak up every possible moment in the park. With only a short time to explore, we made the most of our second day by diving into the heart of it all — the iconic Yosemite Valley. After a full day of…
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Nature, History, and Snorkeling: A Morning at Dry Tortugas
The light filtered softly through the tent, waking us at a gentle 7 a.m. The night had been calm — waves crashing in the distance, a crystal-clear sky stretching above us, stars shining uninterrupted. It was our second and final day at the park, and we wanted to make the most of the few quiet…
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Camping at Dry Tortugas National Park: A Private Oasis
The sun was trying hard to break over the horizon when our alarms went off at a bright and early 5 AM. This annoying but necessary noise signaled an exciting prospect, today was the day we embarked on the Yankee Freedom Ferry to go camping at Dry Tortugas National Park. This camping opportunity was what…
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Key Lime, Hemingway, and Scooters: A Day in Key West
Our second day of our Florida trip and first day in Key West started out bright and early. My parents had been to Key West a couple of times in the past, and if there is one thing my dad loves more than traveling, it is watching livestreams on YouTube. I made the short walk…
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Everglades, Cypress Domes, and Gator Bites: Exploring Florida’s 3 National Parks
When I look back on my summer vacations as a kid, my fondest memories are packing up the minivan and driving from Tennessee to the Gulf and spending a week by the beach. I loved spending hours in the water and taking day trips to local Florida and Alabama historical sites. As an adult, beach…
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Stargazing and Hiking the Narrows: A Day in Zion National Park
On our last day in Zion, we decided to take on one of the park’s most iconic hikes—the Narrows. While this wasn’t part of our original itinerary, a conversation with fellow travelers in Springdale on our first night quickly convinced us this hike was a must-do. Preparing for the Hike Since we were hiking the…
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Exploring Bryce Canyon: A Scenic Detour
Zion National Park – Day 3 After a jam-packed days in Zion, we decided to take a relaxing detour to Bryce Canyon National Park, even though it wasn’t originally part of our plan. Bryce Canyon is about a two-hour drive from Springdale, and with our big adventure at Angel’s Landing behind us, we thought a…
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Exploring Utah: UTV Tours and Angel’s Landing
Zion National Park – Day 2 For our 2nd day in Zion, Mason and I decided to hit the ground running. We had won the lottery for Angel’s Landing permits and that was the primary focus of the day. Angel’s Landing is easily the most notable and iconic hike of Zion. Its towering views of…
On The Go With Lilly 