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Nature's Secrets: 7 Unique Experiences in America's National Parks
Step off the beaten path and check out these unforgettable national park experiences!
Most national parks are celebrated for their stunning vistas, abundant hiking trails, and diverse wildlife. Yet, beyond these well-known draws lies a collection of unique and extraordinary adventures. Here, we look at some of the most unusual experiences these parks have to offer. These seven activities promise unforgettable moments in some of America’s most iconic places. 1. Drink Lake…
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tripstipsandtees · 2 months
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NYC Eats: Times Square Pizza
Need a quick bite in TImes Square? Check it out!
When you’re buzzing around New York City, hunger can hit hard! But don’t worry, delicious Times Square pizza is always just a stone’s throw away.  231 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036 While the Big Apple offers endless options for delightful dinner experiences, it’s also a hub of endless activities and sights. Sometimes, amidst all the excitement, you just crave something quick and easy to…
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tripstipsandtees · 2 months
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Alaska Fishing: Bringing Home Your Epic Catch
Find out how to bring home that Alaskan catch!
Alaska is a prime fishing destination. So, when planning a trip to the 49th state, the lure of fishing is irresistible. Yet, as you reel in your bounty, the question looms: How do you bring home your catch? Fishing in the Cook Inlet On our recent Alaskan adventure, we decided to get in on the action with not one but two epic fishing day trips – one for halibut in Homer and another for salmon…
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tripstipsandtees · 3 months
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Discover Kennicott Glacier Lodge: An Alaskan Hidden Gem
Don't miss this serene getaway in the stunning Alaskan wilderness!
Get ready for an incredible adventure at Kennicott Glacier Lodge! This unique and storied hotel overlooks Root Glacier in Alaska’s Wrangell St. Elias National Park. It’s not just a place to stay – it’s a gateway to stunning landscapes and extraordinary experiences. Kennicott Glacier Lodge: Getting There This extraordinary lodge finds its home in the historic mining town of Kennicott. It is…
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tripstipsandtees · 3 months
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Getting to Katmai National Park: An Unconventional Adventure
Find out how to get to Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park!
Exploring the untamed beauty of Alaska’s Katmai National Park takes planning. This pristine wilderness where bears roam freely has limited accommodations and is only accessible by air or water.   Brooks Camp is the crown jewel of Katmai. It attracts visitors seeking a safe vantage point each summer to see bears indulging in salmon at Brooks Falls.  There are no roads leading to Brooks Camp. So…
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tripstipsandtees · 5 months
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Sparkling Spectacular: the Magic of a Silver Dollar City Christmas
Find out why Silver Dollar City is a MUST-SEE at Christmas!
Get set to rock around the Christmas tree with the ultimate family bash at the Silver Dollar City Christmas Festival, an Old Time Christmas. This holiday extravaganza is bound to sprinkle some magic into your festive plans. 399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy, Branson, MO 65616 As you enter the park, the colossal Christmas tree steals the spotlight, bursting into life periodically with a captivating…
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tripstipsandtees · 5 months
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Kennicott Glacier Lodge Restaurant: Delightful Dining Amidst Breathtaking Scenery
Whether touring the Kennecott Mill or hiking on Root Glacier, you will likely work up an appetite. But unless you bring your food or return to McCarthy, your meal choices are limited to the Meatza Wagon food truck or the Kennicott Glacier Lodge Restaurant. Outdoor Dining in Front of the Restaurant The Kennicott Glacier Lodge is a stone’s throw away from Kennecott Mines National Historic…
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tripstipsandtees · 8 months
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Buc-ee's: What's the Deal?
Ever wondered what all the fuss is about at Buc-ee's? Check this out!
People love Buc-ee’s! However, I had never experienced it myself. We finally decided to satisfy our curiosity during a recent road trip and made a pit stop in Leeds, Alabama. So what IS Buc-ee’s?  Buc-ee’s is a chain of convenience stores that began in Texas in 1982. Like everything in Texas, this store is supersized! No longer limited to the Lone Star State, Buc-ee’s is now in 7 states with…
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tripstipsandtees · 8 months
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Bear-ly Believable Finds: The Brooks Lodge Gift Shop
Who doesn't want a Brooks Lodge T-shirt or Katmai National Park sweatshirt?!
Katmai National Park was on top of our bucket list. So, on our recent visit, I couldn’t pass up the Brooks Lodge gift shop to bring home some merch to remember our trip. Katmai Trading Post behind the office. Officially known as the Katmai Trading Post, the Brooks Lodge gift shop is in the same building as the lodge office. Office in the front. A small wooden cabin houses the gift shop and…
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tripstipsandtees · 8 months
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Silver Dollar City Harvest Festival
Ready for fall! There is no better way to celebrate than Silver Dollar City's Harvest Festival!
Fall is a great time to visit Branson, Missouri. The leaves are beautiful, the weather is pleasant, and one of America’s top-rated theme parks pulls out all the stops. The Silver Dollar City Harvest Festival immerses guests in the delights of autumn. Pumpkin Tree Near the Entrance Silver Dollar City knows how to celebrate. This family-friendly festival is all fun and no frights. Formerly known…
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tripstipsandtees · 9 months
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Brooks Lodge Dining Hall
The bears aren't the only ones who eat well in Katmai National Park! The Brooks Hall Dining Hall serves up some tasty fare!
Brooks Camp (including Brooks Lodge) is in the Katmai National Park. It is in a remote area of Alaska that can only be accessed by boat or floatplane. As such, services are limited. Visitors must bring their own food or eat in the Brooks Lodge Dining Hall. Brooks Lodge Dining Hall If you bring your own food, it must be stored and consumed in designated areas. In addition, eating in your room…
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tripstipsandtees · 9 months
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Katmai's Coveted Brooks Lodge Rooms
FInd out what it's like to stay in the coveted rooms at Brooks Lodge in Katmai National Park!
Katmai National Park in Alaska was initially set aside as a national monument because of the massive 1912 volcanic eruption. Today, Katmai is more famous for its excellent bear viewing on the Brooks River. Besides camping, the Brooks Lodge rooms are the only accommodations on park lands and near the legendary Brooks Falls. Brooks Falls Brooks Lodge is near where the Brooks River flows into…
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tripstipsandtees · 11 months
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Getting Ready for Alaska
So excited about our trip to Alaska! Lots to do to get ready for our adventure!
Alaska is one of my favorite places to visit! From the breathtaking scenery to the abundant wildlife, it’s hard to beat a summer trip to the northernmost state. NPS Photo This summer, we are heading north for a bucket list adventure to Alaska. And I’m beyond excited. It has been far too long since we’ve traveled to the Last Frontier. This trip is a land-based vacation (not a cruise). We are…
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tripstipsandtees · 1 year
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Find Solitude in Isle Royale National Park
With only 25k visitors per year, this National Park is the a place to get away from it all! #NationalParkWeek
Isle Royale National Park is a 45-mile-long island of pristine wilderness located in Lake Superior. The park is isolated and can only be accessed by boat or seaplane. Needless to say, this national park is not crowded! Annual visitation is around 25,000. Isle Royale National Park is open seasonally from mid-April through October. Getting to Isle Royale The only way to get to Isle Royale…
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tripstipsandtees · 1 year
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Discover Congaree National Park
Find out what makes this uncrowded National Park unique. #NationalParkWeek
Congaree National Park is a beautiful and unique natural wonder in central South Carolina. The park is home to the largest intact expanse of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the southeastern United States. Getting to Conagree National Park is easy. It is a short 17-mile drive south of Columbia, South Carolina. Congaree National Park is known for its biodiversity. Flood waters from the…
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tripstipsandtees · 1 year
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Traverse Historic Highways in Voyageurs National Park
Check out this highway of the past. #NationalParkWeek
Voyageurs National Park is in northern Minnesota, near the Canadian border. The park boasts over 218,000 acres of pristine lakes, forests, and waterways. Visitors from the US typically come to Voyageurs via Minnesota Highway 53. It is a four-hour drive north of Minneapolis. There are 4 major lakes in Voyageurs National Park: Rainy, Kabetogama, Namakan, and Sand Point. In addition, there are…
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tripstipsandtees · 1 year
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Explore Under-Rated Black Canyon of the Gunninson
This national park is stunning! Find out more! #NationalParkWeek
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is one of the most stunning natural wonders in the United States. This national park offers dramatic steep cliffs that drop straight down into the Gunnison River! Gunnison River Yet this national park is one of the lesser visited parks in the US. Black Canyon of the Gunnison has only 300,000 visitors annually. These numbers are a big contrast to the 12…
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