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How to Road Trip to the National Parks in Kansas: A 5-Day Itinerary

Itinerary 14 Mins Read
Want to visit all of the National Parks in Kansas? This 5-Day National Park road trip itinerary will take you on a journey that you will not soon forget. Visit Fort Scott, Fort Larned, Tallgrass Prairie, Nicodemus, and Brown v Board of Education in one week!

I thought that Kansas would be a drab state to visit. I admittedly didn’t know much about the state, and only really associated it with bad weather and the Wizard of Oz. So when we talked about planning a road trip to all of the National Parks in Kansas, I was only moderately excited. I’m happy to report that I was COMPLETELY wrong about my assumption! Kansas is a great, road-trip worthy state! This post shows how you can complete a loop through Kansas to visit all of the National Park Units in the state. This was a (5 day / 4 night) portion of our route on our recent Midwest National Park road trip. We will share a bit about each park, as well as provide some insights on places to stay and other things to do along the way. We hope this post is useful for your planning!…

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Charleston to Savannah Road Trip: How to Spend a Week in the Lowcountry

Itinerary 12 Mins Read
The Battery in Downtown Charleston, SC

The South Carolina Lowcountry is perhaps one of my favorite places in the United States. One of the best ways to experience this part of the U.S. is on a Charleston to Savannah road trip. This road trip will take you between Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA (with a quick stop in Hilton Head Island). I’ve done some variation of this trip more than once, and it’s definitely one to add to your travel bucket list! Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through our affiliate links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Charleston, SC vs. Savannah, GA: Which City Should I Visit? Both Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA are amazing cities! So, why choose to visit only one of them? Instead, design your trip so that you can experience them both! After all, these amazing Lowcountry cities are only about a 2…

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Best National Park Gifts & Souvenirs From Etsy Creators

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The holidays are upon us, and Etsy is a great place to find unique gifts to celebrate National Parks and support creators and artists in the process. This post highlights some of the best National Park Gifts and Souvenirs that you will find on Etsy. We are Etsy affiliates, so we may earn a commission on purchases made through our links. We are also Etsy customers, and can attest to the quality of experience you will find on Etsy, and the pleasure you get when supporting creatives and artists that feature National Parks in their product offerings. Collections of National Park Gifts on Etsy! We have done the work of sifting through thousands of products and curated a few collections just for National Park lovers! Check out our three collections below with products that range from clothing and candles to journals and jewelry! Gifts & Souvenirs Collection Check out our…

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How Much Does A Road Trip Cost? Cost Considerations for a Great Trip

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Road Trip Costs

Road trips are a lot of fun! Road trips can be associated with some anxieties as well. Budgeting and feeling confident that you can afford to travel can be a road block before you even leave your driveway! If you’re wondering “how much does a road trip cost?”, then you are not alone. Luckily, hitting the road while managing road trip costs is completely doable! So, how much does a road trip cost? The answer is: it varies depending on a number of factors. My husband and I take several road trips each year, and are happy to share our road trip costs and budgeting considerations. Thinking through the the categories of expense that we discuss in this article is certain to leave you feeling in control of your trip plan! What Typical Road Trip Costs Will You Experience? Preparation is the key to success on a road trip! This includes…

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9 Amazing Things To Do at Zion National Park in One Day

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Zion National Park

Even when your time is short, you can still have an amazing experience in one day at Zion National Park in Utah. Check out these awesome things to do at Zion National Park in one day, and get inspired for your own Utah trip! When we visited Zion National Park, we did so as part of an action-packed road trip from Las Vegas. We sorely underestimated how much we would fall in love with this park! That being said, the time that we allocated (less than 24 hours) was simply not enough. We arrived in the late afternoon after an awesome Bryce Canyon tour, and spent the following day through the early afternoon in the park. Nevertheless, there was a lot that we were able to fit into our Zion National Park experience in just one day. Here are our takeaways! Zion National Park Canyon Views 1. Drive the Zion-Mount…

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The Best Southwest National Parks Road Trip from El Paso!

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Southwest National Park Road Trip from El Paso, Texas

This week-long road trip to seven southwest National Parks near El Paso, Texas made me a southwesterner at heart. I bet you will be too! This post lays out our easy to replicate trip to give you a chance to envision “what could be” on your own southwestern adventure! You’ll explore several National Park Units in New Mexico and West Texas, all within a few hours drive of El Paso. You could also treat this as an idea for day trips from El Paso if you’re looking for things to do within 2 hours of El Paso, TX. What Are the National Parks Near El Paso? Over the course of one week, we were able to visit the following National Park Units on our southwest road trip: Chamizal National Memorial White Sands National Park Carlsbad Caverns National Park Guadalupe Mountains National Park Fort Davis National Historic Site Big Bend National…

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Why I Love Terlingua, Texas + Tips for Your Stay

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Sunset in Terlingua Texas

When unable to travel, I often dream about revisiting some of my favorite places. Recently, my dreams have been taking me to Terlingua, Texas a ghost town in West Texas in the heart of Big Bend Country! Here’s why! Three Reasons Why I Love Terlingua Terlingua, Texas is a super-quiet, quirky ghost town in Big Bend Country, Western Texas. We had the privilege of spending a couple of days in the Terlingua Ghost town during our Southwest road trip that took us to several National Parks near El Paso early in 2020. Ever since we returned home, both Jason and I have been talking about going back. Terlingua, Texas = Tranquility The primary reason that I love this tiny town is the unadulterated peace and tranquility! As we drove through desolate and immaculate roads and got closer to the casita that we had booked, I must admit that I was…

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How to Plan a Road Trip in 6 Easy Steps

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How to Plan a Road Trip

You can spend A LOT of time developing a plan for your road trip! While envisioning what is possible can be fun, it can also be stressful. Your research reveals the abundance of adventures that you can have, yet you know that in your limited time, you will only be able to scratch the surface. So how do plan a road trip? What stops should you make? How should you allocate your time? How do you ensure that you will actually be able to see the “one thing” that you have your sights set on? In my opinion, the answer to these lies in the art of developing a solid road trip itinerary and knowing the goals of your trip. Benefits of Having a Well Laid Plan for Your Road Trip Having a solid plan for your road trip has many benefits. For starters, you can prioritize in advance the…

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