Did you know there are over 400 sites in the National Park System, 59 of which are National Parks? Considered “America’s Best Idea,” these parks show off the true spirit of the United States. Instead of heading to an amusement park or even abroad for your next family vacation, why not take advantage of these […]
Yellowstone National Park, the first National Park, is also one of the most visited National Parks in the United States, with over 3.3 million visitors in 2009. And since it is summer, there is inevitable construction. Here is an overview of what you can expect if you are planning a visit this summer: Through […]
If you are planning on traveling to Zion National Park this summer (and if so, you’re one of almost 3 million people who choose this destination each year!), expect to see some construction in the park. What are those jokes about construction – Winter, Spring, and construction? Never mind. It’s true, but very necessary in […]
We love it when our clients share their family vacation experiences with us through photos, blogs, video and survey responses. The Brot family just completed their second Tracks & Trails driving adventure — this time to the Grand Canyon area. Ilene Brot posted her family’s photos at Shutterfly and invited us to share them with […]
Looking for a unique place to watch the regular eruption of Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park? This picture is from a trip I took in September, 2007. On the second floor of the Old Faithful Inn, there’s a large deck viewing area with benches. If you get there early enough like the folks in […]
According to the National Park Service, Tioga Pass will remain closed until late May. There is no specific date when the road will be passable. The current snow line is at about 6,000 feet and the pass is just over 9,900 feet. At the right is a current picture at Tioga Pass. They are planning […]
Well, yesterday was the 15th of March – can’t you hear the whispers of ‘beware the ides of March’ tracing back to the murder of Julius Caesar? And it was the date where campsites in Yosemite National Park are available for another 30 day reservation window, five months in advance. That means that you now […]
For many intrepid campers out there, Yosemite is the pinnacle of the great outdoors. The vistas made popular by Ansel Adams are there for millions of visitors each year for hikers, climbers and photographers. And there are many choices of where to stay while visiting the park. From the classic Ahwhanee Hotel and campgrounds in […]
We know that you have many choices in where and how to take your summer vacation so we thought we’d give you a quick comparison that may help you make a decision for this year’s trip. We’ve tried to keep these comparisons as ‘apples-to-apples’ as possible. We have not included the additional costs of airfares […]
In spite of our faltering economy, National Park vacations are expected to be a hot ticket in 2009. We are urging you to book now to be sure you get the best that’s available! If you are considering putting off a decision to book your vacation, here’s a couple of good reasons to not procrastinate: […]
