I love Vegas, but not for the reason you may think. Instead of hitting all the casinos, I actually love that it’s a perfect base for visiting multiple national parks. The drive from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon is one of the most rewarding road trips in the Southwest. You can get there in […]
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California, Nevada, United States
8 Stops You Won’t Want to Miss on a Las Vegas to Death Valley Road Trip
I’d been curious about Death Valley for years, but kept talking myself out of it. With the extreme heat this place is known for, it didn’t seem like a place where a hiker from Seattle would have a good time. Eventually, I convinced a friend to meet me in Las Vegas in March 2023. We […]
With Vegas only being a 2.5-hour flight away from Seattle, most people tend to hop on a plane and get there quickly. I’ve been to Sin City over a dozen times at this point because it’s such a quick getaway and a complete change of scenery. That said, you know I love road trips, so […]
California, Nevada, Road Trip Itineraries, United States
13 Fantastic Stops on a San Francisco to Las Vegas Road Trip
California has plenty of fun road trip destinations without the state itself, but what if you’re looking for a little glitz and glam on your next vacation? That’s why a San Francisco to Las Vegas road trip is the perfect one to go on. You’ll see some of the best parts of California, visit stunning […]