Tiki boat cruising around Sunset Key in Key West in the Florida Keys

Key West Tiki Boats: Everything You Need to Know

If you’re looking for a unique activity in Key West, consider booking a floating tiki cruise.  It’s about as awesomely ridiculous (or ridiculously awesome?) as it sounds—you’ll cruise around the town’s waters on a boat retrofitted to look like, well, a tiki bar! If you want to try this wacky experience for yourself, here’s everything ... Read more

Woman standing in the water at Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key in the Florida Keys in Florida

24 Awesome Things to do in the Florida Keys

The Florida Keys are a chain of over 800 tropical islands along the state’s southern coastline, known for its quirky shops and restaurants, aquamarine waters, and laid back vibes. From outdoor adventures to being a beach bum, you could spend months exploring this magical corner of the country. If you don't have quite that much time to live your best island life, not to worry—here's 24 incredible things to do in the Florida Keys.

Couple holding hands on wooden boardwalk on Smathers Beach in Key West, Florida

6+ Day Road Trip to the Florida Keys: Everything You Need to Know

A road trip to the Florida Keys is one of the most iconic drives in the United States, offering stunning beaches, quirky roadside attractions, and plenty of sunshine. With over 800 keys (or low-elevation islands), it can be hard to know what to do and see with a limited period of time here. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your Florida Keys road trip, from when to visit to the perfect itinerary. 

Alligator hiding in grasses of a sawgrass prairie in Shark Valley in the Everglades National Park

9 Incredible Things to Do in Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park has several claims to fame, from being one of the world’s largest wetlands to housing an astonishing volume of plant and animal life. And as the third largest national park in the Lower 48, it’s no surprise there’s TONS of awesome ways to explore its unique natural beauty. Here’s 9 incredible things to do in Everglades National Park to make the most of your time here. 

Alligator in a sawgrass marsh along the Anhinga Trail in Everglades National Park

Anhinga Trail, the Most Popular Hike in Everglades National Park

The Anhinga Trail is the most popular hike in Everglades National Park—and for good reason! Along this short and easy trail through a lush sawgrass prairie, you have an excellent chance of seeing the wildlife that the Everglades is so famous for, including wading birds, turtles, and, of course, alligators! So if you want to experience some of Florida’s wildlife for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about the Anhinga Trail in Everglades National Park.

Couple standing along a wooden boardwalk next to bikes along the Shark Valley bike trail in Everglades National Park

Shark Valley Bike Ride in Everglades National Park: Everything You Need to Know

One of the most unique things to do in Everglades National Park is to enjoy the incredibly scenic Shark Valley bike trail. Contrary to what its name might suggest, you probably won’t run into any sharks along this 15 mile trail, but you ARE likely to see another toothy creature here—alligators!—as well as get to climb to the highest point in all of the Everglades! So if you want to do this wild experience, here’s everything you need to know about the Shark Valley bike ride. 

Man standing along the Window Trail with the Chisos Mountains in the backgroung in Big Bend National Park

11 Incredible Things to Do in Big Bend National Park

After visiting almost 40 U.S. National Parks, I can confidently say that Texas’ Big Bend is seriously underrated. Located within the Chihuahuan Desert, the park features soaring canyons, the rugged Chisos Mountains, and 118 miles of the snaking Rio Grande.  After spending a week here, we’ve put together a list of the best things to do in Big Bend National Park—and plenty of tips to help make the most of your time in this wildly beautiful place.

Woman sitting in the Big Bend Hot Springs, overlooking the Rio Grande at sunrise, in Big Bend National Park in Texas

Big Bend Hot Springs: Everything You Need to Know

Big Bend Hot Springs, also called “Langford Hot Springs” or "Boquillas Hot Springs", is one of the most unique things to do in Big Bend National Park. Not only are these hot springs located in the foundation of an old bathhouse along the Rio Grande, but you can also explore the ruins of a 20th century hot springs resort and even spot some ancient petroglyphs on your way to enjoy them. Here’s everything you need to know to include Big Bend Hot Springs in your next trip to the national park. 

Colorful buildings lining street in Boquillas del Carmen, Mexico near Big Bend National Park

Visiting Boquillas del Carmen from Big Bend National Park: Everything You Need to Know

Big Bend, located in West Texas, is one of the most beautiful national parks, with sweeping desert vistas, towering canyon walls, and the Chisos Mountains. One of its most unique features, though, is that you can actually cross the iconic Rio Grande into the teeny town of Boquillas del Carmen, Mexico! Whether you want to get an authentic taco and marg fix or just want to walk your way into Mexico, here’s everything you need to know about visiting Boquillas del Carmen from Big Bend National Park.

Couple overlooking a gap between the cliffs along the Window Trail in Big Bend National Park

The Window Trail in Big Bend National Park: Everything You Need to Know

The Window Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Big Bend National Park, leading you along the floor of a towering canyon and to the edge of a “window” in the cliff sides that overlooks the Chisos Mountains. Here’s everything you need to know about the Windows Trail in Big Bend National Park.

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