by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 17, 2026 | Montana & Wyoming, National Parks
3 Day Yellowstone Itinerary for First-Time Visitors (Map + Where to Stay) Yellowstone National Park is one of the most incredible places I’ve ever visited, but it’s also much bigger than most people expect. With over 2 million acres, dozens of geothermal...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 16, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Favorites, Grand Canyon, National Parks
Grand Canyon Itinerary: 1, 2, or 3 Days from Phoenix (South Rim) The Grand Canyon is 3.5 hours from Phoenix — close enough for a spontaneous day trip, perfect for a long weekend. I’ve been multiple times, and honestly? It never gets old. Whether you’re an...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 16, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Havasupai, National Parks, Northern Arizona, Phoenix, Pinetop-Lakeside, Sedona, Superstition Mountains, Tucson
15 Best Weekend Trips from Phoenix (Under 4 Hours) Phoenix, Arizona is something special. From the vibrant food scene, to the plethera of Saguaro cacti, to the rugged mountains, and to the city- it has something to offer for everyone. It’s also close in...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 12, 2026 | Montana & Wyoming, National Parks
Where to Stay in Yellowstone National Park (By Area of the Park) Yellowstone is enormous — and that matters more than most people realize when they’re booking a place to sleep. Staying on the wrong side of the park (for what YOU want to do) means an extra hour...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 11, 2026 | Montana & Wyoming, National Parks
Where to Stay Near Yellowstone National Park (By Entrance) I’ve driven into Yellowstone from three different entrances — and I’ll be honest, the first time I had no idea how big this park actually is. Like,...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 9, 2026 | Montana & Wyoming, National Parks, Other Destinations
Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park (What to See, Where to Stay + Tips) If there’s one national park that genuinely lives up to the hype, it’s Yellowstone. I’ve been twice now — once in 2021 and again just this summer — and both times I left...
