Category: USA
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Grand Canyon South Rim vs North Rim: Which should you visit?
Trying to choose between the Grand Canyon South Rim and North Rim? I’ve visited both over three separate trips, and this guide compares the scenery, crowds, hiking, accessibility and accommodation to help you decide which rim is the best fit for your visit.
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Grand Canyon in one day: The ultimate South Rim itinerary
Short on time at the Grand Canyon? This guide is designed for travellers with just one day to explore the South Rim, with a practical route that makes the most of your time in the park, plus tips for getting there, parking, tours and planning your visit.
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Is a Grand Canyon helicopter tour worth it? My honest review
A Grand Canyon helicopter tour is one of the most expensive experiences at the canyon, but it’s also one of the most memorable. Flying above the Colorado River and looking down into the canyon reveals a perspective that simply isn’t possible from the rim, making it an unforgettable splurge if your budget allows.
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Top 10 things to do in Hilo, Hawaii
Whether you’re planning a stop on a Big Island road trip or wondering what to do in Hilo Hawaii, this guide covers all the best Hilo activities, some great food spots, and a few day trips to help you plan the perfect Hilo itinerary.
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Where to find the best photo spots in NYC
Whenever I show visitors around my new home city, I start pointing out all the best photo spots in NYC. Here are all my favourite locations for New York City photos!
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Hawaii bucket list: 10 experiences you shouldn’t miss
Hawaii is best experienced when you make an effort to escape from the stereotypes and dig a little deeper into what makes this set of Pacific islands really awesome. Here’s a list of experiences you absolutely must have in Hawaii!
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The best activities for a weekend in Portland, OR
After my second visit, I made the claim that Portland is my favourite city in USA. I thought it was about time to put together my recommendations for a weekend in Portland!
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How to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Best things to do + lava viewing tips
If you want to know all the best things to do at Hawaii Volcanoes, here’s my suggestions on what to see and do in what is absolutely one of the USA’s most incredible national parks!
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Big Island Hawaii itinerary: One week of beaches, volcanoes + waterfalls
Even though it takes an inter-island flight to get there, venturing out of Honolulu to explore the epic island landscapes with waterfalls, volcanoes, and beaches with black, green, or white sand is absolutely 100% worth it. Here’s how to spend a week on Hawaii’s Big Island in a 7 day/8 night itinerary!
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Best things to do in Kona and Captain Cook, Hawaii
Kona’s town centre isn’t much to rave about, but the expansive Kona District is pretty awesome in its range of activities. Here’s the best things to do in Kona and Captain Cook, Hawaii!