Mount Rainier National Park overall is really quite lovely- the mountain is covered in glaciers that perfectly reflect the sunlight and provide an excellent contrast for the multiple wildflower meadows and alpine forests that surround the peak. Glacier melt creates streams and waterfalls, and surrounding mountains help set the gorgeous scene. But with so much … Continue reading The 5 Most Stunning Spots in Mount Rainier National Park
Category: Hiking & Biking
26 of Maine’s Most Beautiful Places (to see before you die)
Written by: Karen Beaudoin - Press Herald web editor of Maine Today Maine’s a beaut. Ain’t no doubt about it. She’s smart, too, and has quite the personality, but we can’t help stopping to stare at her rocky coast, cascading falls, and miles of mountaintops. No matter where you go in this state, there’s something … Continue reading 26 of Maine’s Most Beautiful Places (to see before you die)
35 Reasons to Hike the Appalachian Trail
Need a reason to hike the Appalachian Trail? There are plenty. Sure, it may not be the longest hiking trail in the world anymore, but it still goes through 14 states, six national parks and eight national forests. After 75 years, it remains an American treasure for backpackers and day hikers alike. So, lace up … Continue reading 35 Reasons to Hike the Appalachian Trail
Cinque Terre, Italy
My husband and I booked a last minute trip to Italy in April 2014. We landed in Milan and spent the day sightseeing before heading to the Cinque Terre. Check out my Milan blog post to read about Day 1 of our trip! For the last leg of our trip, we visited Lake Como. Here … Continue reading Cinque Terre, Italy