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The Best Way To See Monument Valley

Monument Valley is one of those places that many people know about but not many experience. At least, not experience well. Located on the border of Arizona and Utah, Monument Valley is seemingly in the middle of nowhere but also in between iconic locations like Moab, The Grand-Staircase Escalante, and The Grand Canyon. It’s a sacred valley in the heart of Navajo Nation and became a tourist destination for its towering red rock beauty and its infamous filming locations.

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Winter Adventures in Priest Lake Idaho

North Idaho is the ultimate nature-lovers paradise. There is year-round outdoor adventure here and they always have something going on. Winter is no exception. From snowmobile races, to endless trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, there is no shortage of winter activities in Priest Lake. Ready for a snow-filled vacation? Here’s what you need to know about visiting Priest Lake in the wintertime.

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Two Incredible Ways to Experience the Grand Canyon

I’d been to Grand Canyon National Park a few times on various road trips and made the stop along the way. I’ve gotten out of the car and snapped the obligatory Instagram-worthy pics and then hopped right back in the car. But that’s not truly experiencing this magnificent park and seeing it in all of its glory. That’s why when I had the opportunity to take an REI adventure tour flying over the canyon and then hiking into it, I jumped at the chance.

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Arizona Biking, Kayaking, and the Superstition Mountains with REI Adventures

REI offers adventures that range from 1 day to 10 days and they have something for everyone. They offer women’s-only trips, beginning adventures, under 30, and more. If you’ve been wanting to get out and explore but are nervous to go alone or overwhelmed by the planning of an adventure excursion, I highly recommend these trips!

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What is it like to go on an adventure retreat?

Wow! It'’s been a few weeks and I’m finally able to put into words what the Pivot with Purpose Retreat experience was like!When I wrote my book The Power of Pivoting - How to Embrace Change and Create a Life You Love I had no idea what it was for or if it would turn into anything. I honestly just wanted help people navigate through the scary changes in their lives by offering some tools I created for myself.

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5 Easy Hikes in Colorado National Monument

Colorado National Monument is an untapped gem here on Colorado’s western slope. The best way to experience the park is taking the 23-mile Rim Rock Drive which follows the canyon edges and provides spectacular views. With many of the trails only around 1-mile, I managed to get five awesome hikes in within a couple of hours. Here are five easy hiking trails in the Colorado National Monument.

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5 Insider Tips and Tricks for Visiting National Parks and Outdoor Landmarks This Summer

With interest in outdoor experiences at America’s iconic parks and landmarks at an all-time high, ExploreBetter.com is sharing tips to help set visitors up for a great experience. The travel planning tips are culled from the experience of ExploreBetter.com’s publisher, Delaware North, a longtime national park concessionaire and partner in the stewardship of many of the country’s cherished outdoor destinations.

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3 Reasons to Visit Colorado's Grand Valley

Colorado’s Western Slope has been described as the “Best Slope” and I can see why! The Grand Valley is located near the border of Colorado and Utah and includes the cities of Grand Junction, Palisade, and Fruita. This region is quickly becoming a wine travel destination and offers world-renowned mountain biking trail. If you’re looking for reasons to visit this part of the state, here are three!

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10 Places To Go In North Idaho - Idaho Travel Guide

North Idaho is the ultimate adventure travel destination. Filled with lakes, surrounded by mountains, and loads of historic towns, this region can easily be explored by car with something new at every turn. I was blown away by the amount of adventures available in such a small region. From rock climbing and hiking, to E-bikes and ATV’s, to basically any kind of boating adventure, North Idaho has it all! Here are 10 places to go when you travel to North Idaho.

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Priest Lake - Travel to Idaho's Crown Jewel

Priest Lake is located at the top of Idaho’s panhandle, and this 19-mile long lake is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. This region is full of hiking and biking trails and water activities in the summertime, and miles of trails to snowshoe, ski, and snowmobile in the winter. There are also 7 small islands located throughout the lake for day-use and some even offer overnight camping.

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5 Things To Do in Bonners Ferry Idaho (and a BONUS Place to Stay!)

Bonners Ferry, Idaho is located at the top of Idaho’s panhandle on the border of Canada and is in a world of its own. Surrounded by the gorgeous Selkirk Mountains, this town is full of outdoor beauty, good food and drinks, and amazing hospitality, living up to it’s nickname “Idaho’s Most Friendly Town”. With less than 24 hours to spend here, we got quite the sample of what this place has to offer! Here are 5 things to do in Bonners Ferry Idaho.

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Rock Climbing in Q'emiln Park - Post Falls Idaho

One of my big goals for my show Monica Goes (and personally), was to try rock climbing. As someone who’s afraid of heights but loves to climb things, this seemed like the perfect adventure combo! When I had the opportunity to go climbing in Post Falls, Idaho I was beyond stoked. What I didn’t expect was a park full of trails, climbing routes, and year-round adventure!

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10 California Road Trip Travel Destinations for Post-Quarantine

As we begin to look into traveling post-coronavirus quarantine, road trips are going to be where it’s at. Every travel expert and trend shows that traveling will begin locally and then move into state-wide and eventually country-wide travel. Road trips are the best way to maintain social distancing while getting some much needed post-quarantine exploring in! Here are 10 great road trip destinations in California!

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The Complete Madison Wisconsin Travel Guide - FREE Things To Do, Where To Eat, Where To Stay and More!

Madison Wisconsin is SO much more than a college town full of good beer and cheese. Although, yes, it has all of those as well! We partnered with Destination Madison, and headed to this capitol city to find some of the best year-round things to do. Here’s a complete guide of where to go, what to do, and where to eat!

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Skydiving Into a Vineyard in Lake Chelan Washington

There are two ways I said I would ever try skydiving; if it was somewhere really beautiful or something really unique. Skydiving into a vineyard in Lake Chelan, was both! Skydive Chelan is the only company that allows regular jumps directly into a winery where you can end your adrenaline-pumping experience with a glass (or a bottle) of wine!

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Leavenworth Washington Travel Guide - The Swiss-Like Village in the Cascade Mountains

Did you know that you don’t need to go all the way to Europe to enjoy this Bavarian experience? Just two hours outside of Seattle Washington, is the Alpine-Style town of Leavenworth; surrounded by the Cascade Mountains, and complete with German beers and lederhosen.

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The Ultimate Wine Travel Guide to Lake Chelan Washington

Move over Sonoma, look out Napa, there is a new premier wine destination; and it’s not in California. Lake Chelan Washington is home to over 30 wineries and is a designated American Viticulture Area. Combined with the beauty and recreation options of the vast 50-mile Lake Chelan, there is a lot to do, see, and drink!

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