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What's Next?
I have an upcoming adventure this winter in Nashville, Tennessee. As a college student I have learned that traveling around the country can
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Route 66's Hidden Gems
Pictures won't do this park justice. It is truly an amazing place to visit. Gold mining town with wild donkeys'. Do NOT approach. At
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Mojave National Park's Volcanic Tubes
we nearly got stuck several times in the sand and on some of the rocks that are meant for high clearance vehicles. To reach the volcanic tub
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I Bet You Can't Hug This Tree
You can arrive into the park in two different ways. I personally went on the longer and more scenic route that took me to several places wit
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The Ultimate Guide to a More Spine-Chilling Trip to Alcatraz
Many prisoners have tried to escape, but have failed. Famous prisoners include, Frank Morris, Roy Gardner, George Kelly, and many more. To t
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Camping in Caprock Canyon State Park
We spent our first day hiking up to Fern Cave. The trail was very steep and rugged. It was a challenge for some of us in our hiking group. W