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A Day at Valley of Fire State Park
Established in 1935, Valley of Fire State Park is 40,000 acres of bright red sandstone and gray limestone left behind by an ancient Jurassic sea. This park is only an hour north of Las Vegas and makes a fantastic day trip for those who want to escape the bustle and neon of the city. Read on for everything you need to know to enjoy an awesome day in Valley of Fire! Directions To get here from Las Vegas, we headed north on I-15 for about 30 miles before taking exit 75 and merging onto Valley of Fire Highway for about 15 miles. This two-lane highway stretches across the desert before winding uphill and…
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5 Things to Do on Your First Visit to Seattle
If you’re planning an upcoming trip to the Emerald City, you may be wondering about the must-dos and sees. Below, I’ve listed 5 things to do on your first visit to Seattle! In November of 2018, I began my move to Seattle, WA from Greenville, SC. I’d only visited the city once before. In high school, I spent 3 days in the city, and then 7 years passed between my visit and move. After that amount of time, it felt like a brand new place for me, so I wanted to play tourist again and get to know the city I was about to call home. Since moving here, I’ve had a few…
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How to Spend 3 Days in San Diego
Are you planning a trip to sunny San Diego soon? This was my itinerary for a 3-day getaway to this SoCal city. These were the must-dos for us on the trip, with a focus on seeing the sights and enjoying San Diego’s best attractions. Read on to find out how to spend 3 days in San Diego! This October I took my second trip to San Diego, California. The last time I’d been here was in high school with my family, and I was looking forward to experiencing this beautiful city again. Now after two trips here, I can safely say I’ve fallen in love! The perfect weather, beautiful plants, scenic coast, and charming…
