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Queen’s Garden and Wall Street Loop: If You Only Do One Hike in Bryce Canyon, Make It This One

The Queen's Garden and Wall Street Loop was the highlight of our time in Bryce Canyon National Park. If you only have time for one hike in Bryce, this would be my pick. Near Queens Garden Loop Trailhead Some hikes are worth it because of the destination. This one is different. The entire hike is… Continue reading Queen’s Garden and Wall Street Loop: If You Only Do One Hike in Bryce Canyon, Make It This One

View of the city of Barcelona
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5 Day Barcelona Itinerary: Our Perfect Pre-Cruise Stay

Before boarding our Mediterranean cruise, we decided to spend five days exploring Barcelona instead of flying in the day before. Looking back, it was one of the best decisions we made. Sagrada Família Five days gave us time to see Barcelona's famous landmarks while also slowing down enough to enjoy the city. We wandered the… Continue reading 5 Day Barcelona Itinerary: Our Perfect Pre-Cruise Stay

Arch in Capitol Reef National Park
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Our One Week Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef Itinerary (Plus Scenic Highway 12)

If you’re looking for a fast-paced Utah trip that checks off every national park, this is not that itinerary. Burr Trail Switchbacks at Capitol Reef National Park This trip was built around spending time in two places we really wanted to experience well: Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef. We wanted a mix of scenic drives,… Continue reading Our One Week Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef Itinerary (Plus Scenic Highway 12)

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Driving Utah Scenic Highway 12: Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef

Driving Utah State Route 12, better known as Utah Scenic Highway 12, ended up being one of the highlights of our entire trip. What looks on the map like simply a drive between Bryce Canyon National Park and Capitol Reef National Park turned out to be an unforgettable part of the adventure itself. The scenery… Continue reading Driving Utah Scenic Highway 12: Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef