5 Tips for Turning Travel Into Adventure
Looking for a life of adventure? Who isn’t? Most of us know that on our death beds, we won’t be wishing we had had more boring, forgettable experiences. As humans, we crave adventure, excitement, an
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Make the Most of the Last Free Admission Day at the Grand Canyon
In case you missed it: the National Park Service celebrated its 100th year in August this year, and they’ve been celebrating in a big way all year long. One of their most popular centennial promotions
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The 5 Best Las Vegas Activities: What to Do in America's City of Lights
Las Vegas has no shortage of exciting activities. From tamer options like pool lounging and endless shopping, to heart-stopping adventures like zip lining and bungee jumping, there’s an activity for everyone!
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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours: The Grandest of Them All
The Grand Canyon offers something for everyone. From hiking to river rafting to mule trips, you can create whatever experience you want at this natural wonder of the world. And if what you want is a b
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Hoover Dam Trekker: The Best “Dam” Tour You’ll Ever Take
Spanning the border between Nevada and Arizona, the Hoover Dam is a wonder to behold. Operational since 1936, the Hoover Dam provides power, flood control, and water storage to the surrounding areas.
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Celebrating 100 Years of the National Park Service: 5 Mind Blowing Facts About the Grand Canyon
On August 25, 2016, the U.S. National Park Service celebrates its 100th birthday: an entire century of protecting some of the country’s best landmarks (and Instagram hotspots). And while 100 years is
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Three Unique Things to Do in Las Vegas this Labor Day Weekend
We all know the things Las Vegas is most famous for: the casinos, the entertainment, and the nightlife. The variety in Vegas is enough to get your head spinning. It’s not always a bad thing, but it ca
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The Hoover Dam has Huge History
The Hoover dam was built during the Great Depression. Construction of the dam began in 1931 under the supervision of the Bureau of Reclamation. Six different companies were contracted to build the dam
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The Geology of Nevada's Red Rock Canyon
The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area covers almost 200,000 acres of beautiful, natural terrain in the Mojave Desert. Visitors flock to this park for the outdoor activities as well as to gaze
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Grand Canyon South Rim, North Rim, West Rim: What’s the Difference?
Grand Canyon is one of the best showcases of geological, biological, and ecological diversity unrivaled by any other place across the World. At 277 river miles long, it is big! Don’t let the scale of
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