Alaska in Winter: Fun Facts and Observations
From the Northern Lights to extreme temperatures, below are some fun facts and observations about Alaska in winter that might surprise you.
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A Trip to Alaska in Winter? Everything You Need to Know About Driving Between Anchorage and Fairbanks in December
We’ve put together a list of important things to know before visiting Alaska in winter, notably driving between Anchorage and Fairbanks, and some fun facts about the state.
Alaska in Winter: Things to do between Anchorage and Fairbanks
We’ve put together a list of things you must do in Alaska in winter, especially around Anchorage and Fairbanks, including places to visit and food to try.
First-Time Campers: 8 Essential Tips for Beginner Camping
Here are a few essential tips for first-time campers, applicable to all destinations and seasons. Whether you’re heading to a popular campground or venturing into the wilderness for the first time, there are a few common things to be aware of when planning a camping trip. Here’s our advice to ensure you enjoy your first camping experience to the fullest and your trip goes smoothly.
The Wild West: 10 days road trip from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City and Bozeman
The best active road trip around the American Wild West, this is our most varied itinerary of bucket list destinations and national parks between Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Bozeman.
Utah’s Mighty 5 and more: 8 days roadtrip from Las Vegas
The best active road trip around the Southwest, this is our most complete itinerary of Utah’s Mighty 5 national parks – Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Arches, Canyonlands – as well as Grand Canyon and more.
Zion, Bryce, Grand Canyon: One week road trip from Las Vegas
The ultimate one-week hiking road trip around the Southwest, this is our most sought-after itinerary of the three classic national parks: Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon.
A Guide to Sleeping Pads: Which sleeping pad to choose?
We have tested a few different sleeping pads over the years. Here are our reviews of these sleeping pads, with the pros and cons of each
A Guide to Camp Stoves: Types and Uses of Stoves for Camping and Backpacking
There are a gazilion options of camp stoves out there. How do you know which stove to get for your next camping trip? Should you collect a camp stove for each type of camping trip you do? Or could you purchase a versatile stove that will cover most of your …
Consolidate Backpacking Fuel: What to do with half-empty camp fuel canisters
How to consolidate fuel for camping and backpacking using FlipFuel, a device that allows you to empty and recycle fuel cylinders