27 miles from Tucson, but worlds away: Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway

We are always up for a drive on a good scenic byway in our travels (I mean, who isn’t?), and … Continue reading 27 miles from Tucson, but worlds away: Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway

Climbing Wasson Peak, Highest Point in the Tucson Mountain District of Saguaro N.P.

On our second day at Saguaro National Park outside of Tucson, AZ, we set our eyes on the highest point … Continue reading Climbing Wasson Peak, Highest Point in the Tucson Mountain District of Saguaro N.P.

Nearly the moment we entered the desert in California, I made it my mission to eventually find the tall, cartoonish … Continue reading Saguaro National Park: Signal Hill Trail

Our visit to southern Utah in late October/early November meant that weather was a bit of a factor in planning … Continue reading Walking Amongst the Hoodoos of Bryce Canyon

From the start of our trip five months prior, the Narrows were on our radar. Not sure if we’d ultimately … Continue reading Zion in Autumn: Hiking the Narrows

Zion National Park is best known for two hikes: The Narrows and Angel’s Landing. The Narrows was one of the … Continue reading Observation Point: The Best Hike in Zion You May Not Have Heard Of

Any respectable cross country trip of the United States typically includes a stop at the Grand Canyon – okay, if … Continue reading Some Grandfatherly Bonding Time at the Grand Canyon South Rim

Maybe we’re biased, but there are so many great things about our home city of Philadelphia. Besides its super passionate … Continue reading One of our Favorite Low-Cost Things to do in Philadelphia: Philadelphia Orchestra Community Rush Tickets!