Road Trip | Four Corners
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Adventures in the Four Corners Region
Road Trip | Sequoias to Death Valley
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Sequoias to Death Valley
When you start planning your next road trip, consider a trip to California to see Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park and Death Valley National Park. You will have the chance to see some of California's greatest natural wonders and enjoy a nice road trip during the travel between the two.
RVing with Dogs | Las Vegas, Nevada
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RVing Dog's Guide to Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas is a fun city to visit throughout the year. The city is filled with attractions and there is plenty of outdoor recreation to be found nearby. If you love to travel with your dog, here are a few resources to make your adventures in Las Vegas with your dog much simpler.
Dog Friendly Parks
Desert Breeze County Park - 8425 W Spring Mountain RdFloyd Lamb State Park - 9200 Tule Springs Rd
Lorenzi Park - 3333 W Washington Ave
Red Rock Canyon National Area - Charleston Blvd
Off Leash Dog Parks
All American Park - 121 E Sunset RdBarkin' Basin Park - Alexander Rd and Tenaya Way
Bob Baskin Park - 2700 W Oakley Blvd
Centennial Hills - Buffalo Dr and Elkhorn Rd
Childrens Memorial Park - 6601 W Gowan Rd
Desert Breeze Dog Run - 8425 W Spring Mountain Rd
Desert Inn Dog Park - 3570 Vista del Monte
Dog Fancier's Park - 5800 E Flamingo Rd
Justice Myron E Leavitt Family Park - E St Louis Ave and Eastern Ave
Lorenzi Park - 3075 W Washington Ave
Molasky Park Dog Run - 1065 E Twain Ave
Police Memorial Park - Cheyenne Ave and Metro Academy Way
Shadow Rock Dog Park - 2650 Los Feliz
Silverado Ranch Park Dog Park - 9855 S Gillespie
Sunset Park Dog Run - 2601 E Sunset Rd
Woofter Park - Rock Springs and Vegas Dr
Dog Friendly Attractions
Camp Bow Wow - 5175 S Valley View BlvdHistoric Spring Mountain Ranch - State Route 159
Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex Dog Park - W Washington and Buffalo Dr
Las Vegas DockDogs - 2900 E Patrick Ln
Las Vegas Strip Walking Tour - 3300-3900 Las Vegas Blvd
Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort - 500 E Washington Ave
Dog Friendly Restaurants
Brio Tuscan Grille - 6605 Las Vegas Blvd SCoffee Pub - 2800 W Sahara Ave
Einstein Brothers Bagels - 9031 W Sahara Ave
Firehouse Subs - 9555 S Eastern Ave
Grape Street Cafe - 7501 W Lake Mead Blvd
Hougan's Racing Sandwich Shop
In-N-Out Burger - 2900 W Sahara Ave
It's A Grind - 8470 W Desert Inn Rd
Jason's Deli - 100 City Pkwy
La Salsa - 3500 Las Vegas Blvd S
Mountain Springs Saloon - Highway 160
Rainbow's End Natural Foods - 1100 E Sahara Ave
ReJAVAnate - 3300 E Flamingo Rd
TGI Fridays - 4570 W Sahara Ave
Whole Foods Market - 8855 West Charleston Blvd
Wild Oats Natural Marketplace - 7250 W Lake Mead Blvd
Dog Friendly Accommodations
Alexis Park Resort - 375 E Harmon AveAmericas Best Value Inn - 167 E Tropicana Ave
Best Western
Bally's Las Vegas - 3645 Las Vegas Blvd
Best Value Inn - 167 E Tropicana Ave
Candlewood Suites Las Vegas - 4034 S Paradise Rd
Clarion Hotel Las Vegas - 305 Convention Center Dr
Comfort Inn Las Vegas - 4350 Paradise Rd
Crestwood Suites - Las Vegas Blvd - 7260 S Las Vegas Blvd
Element Las Vegas Summerlin - 10555 Discovery Dr
Embassy Suites Hotel Convention Center Paradise Rd - 3600 Paradise Rd
Emerald Suites South Las Vegas Blvd - 9145 S Las Vegas Blvd
Extended Stay America Las Vegas
Flamingo Las Vegas - 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S
Four Seasons Hotel - 3960 Las Vegas Blvd S
Harrah's Las Vegas - 3475 Las Vegas Blvd S
Holiday Inn Express
Homestead Las Vegas Midtown - 3045 S Maryland Pkwy
Homewood Suites by Hilton Las Vegas Airport - 230 Hidden Well Rd
Howard Johnson Inn - Las Vegas Strip - 1401 Las Vegas Blvd
La Quinta
Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino - 3950 Las Vegas Blvd S
Microtel Inn and Suites Las Vegas - 55 E Robindale Rd
Motel 6
Mount Charleston Lodge - 1200 Old Park Rd
Paris Las Vegas - 3655 Las Vegas Blvd S
Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino - 3677 Las Vegas Blvd S
Plaza Hotel - 230 Plaza
Ramada las Vegas - 325 E Flamingo Rd
Residence Inn
Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino - 3700 W Flamingo Rd
Rodeway Inn Las Vegas - 220 Convention Center Dr
Sahara Westwood Hotel Las Vegas - 2601 Westwood Dr
Staybridge Suites Las Vegas - 5735 Dean Martin Dr
Super 8 Las Vegas - 4250 Koval Ln
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - 3708 S Las Vegas Blvd
The Imperial Palace - 3535 Las Vegas Blvd S
The Platinum Hotel and Spa - 211 E Flamingo Rd
The Westin Casuarina Las Vegas - 160 E Flamingo Rd
Travelodge Las Vegas - 2830 Las Vegas Blvd S
Trump International Hotel Las Vegas - 2000 Fashion Show Dr
Day Kennels
A VIP Pet Resort - 2675 W Arby AvePetsHotel by PetsMart Day Kennel - 531 N Stephanie St
PetsHotel by PetsMart Day Kennel - 2140 N Rainbow Rd
Las Vegas Veterinarians
Animal Emergency Service - 1914 E Sahara AveLas Vegas Animal Emergency Hospital - 5231 W Charleston Blvd
Southwest Art and Culture - Santa Fe
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Camp and RV - Santa Fe, New Mexico
The beautiful city of Santa Fe is a fabulous destination for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and art and culture lovers. Santa Fe highlights the unique culture of the southwest. As one of the oldest cities in the country, visitors have an excellent opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich history of the city. After learning all about the fascinating history, visitors can also enjoy the outdoors, parks, and opportunities to learn about the culture of the native peoples and the southwest today.
Santa Fe is located in the foothills of the southern Rocky Mountains. At an elevation of 7,000 feet, it is both one of the highest and one of the oldest capitals in the country. The region gets about 300 days of sun each year. Even on the hottest days of summer the temperatures can have a temperature range of thirty degrees, caused by the high altitude. Daytime temperatures are the highest in June, and the city has snow between November and April.
Today Santa Fe is known as an amazing arts and culture destination. Visitors can find over 300 galleries and art dealers during a trip to the city. For those visitors that want to learn about the wide range of arts, culture and history in the city, there are many different museums to explore. One excellent museum and destination to visit is the Palace of Governors and the New Mexico Museum of history. The Palace of Governors was once the seat of government when the state was occupied by the Spanish. Now this historic building is not the state's history museum.
Art enthusiast should be sure to visit Santa Fe during August. Every year, in August, Santa Fe hosts the Indian Market. This is now the largest market showcasing Native American art in the world. Visitors will find hundreds of booths in Santa Fe Plaza, which have all different kinds of art, including baskets, jewelry, sculpture and much more. These booths are set up by over a thousands artists, that represent over a hundred different tribes. The Indian Market is an amazing opportunity to see an stunning collection of art, and many galleries also have openings during this time.
There are many fun ways to explore all that the city of Santa Fe has to offer. Visitors can take guided tours of the city, either a walking tour or take a tram tour of the city. Paranormal enthusiasts might enjoy a ghost tour of the city. Santa Fe also has a historic railway, that offers scenic trips and special holiday trips as well.
On top of a wide range of amazing tours, culture, art and history, Santa Fe is also an amazing destination for outdoor recreation. No matter what type of recreation visitors are looking for, Santa Fe has something nearby. There are plenty of places to hike, bike, swim, raft, horseback ride, fishing, snowshoeing, skiing and more. In addition to many parks within the city, there is also plenty of wilderness nearby as well.
Santa Fe is an amazing city in New Mexico and a fabulous destination for any vacationer. It is a world renowned destination for art and culture. Visitors will also find all sorts of recreation and exploration to enjoy as well.
The Grand Canyon
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The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world. No one should miss the chance to see and explore its amazing geological and archaeological features. Each visitor can create a different experience, unique to what they enjoy most. The Grand Canyon has lodges, camping, tours, hiking, donkey rides, wildlife viewing, and much more.
Grand Canyon National Park is one of the gems of our national park system. At its widest, this Grand Canyon is 18 miles wide and, at its deepest, a mile deep. This stunning landscape was forged by the powerful Colorado River. Today, the Grand Canyon has 277 miles of river winding through it.
Most visitors to the Grand Canyon stop at the South Rim, which is open all year and has more lodging and visitor options. The South Rim has plenty of amazing sights and adventure options for all visitors. For visitors looking for a more rural and remote experience, a visit to the North Rim is a fabulous option. The North Rim is closed during the winter months due to the amount of snow it receives.
If you have time for a longer vacation, a visit to both the North and South Rims is ideal. Keep in mind, though, that the trip between the two rims is over two hundred miles by car.
Whenever you visit, bear in mind that the Canyon is a very popular destination. Advanced planning is very important, especially if you want to stay in the lodges or take one of the popular tours.
For travelers short on time, perhaps the easiest way to enjoy the amazing vistas is to take a car trip along the Canyon. You can take the Desert View Drive, which travels east along the Canyon for 26 miles between the Grand Canyon Village and the park’s east entrance. Along this drive, be sure to stop at the Desert View Watchtower, which is a replica of an Indian tower. This tower is the highest point along the South Rim and provides some of the most awe-inspiring vistas you will ever see.
At the Grand Canyon Village, you will find lodging, dining, and much more. You can learn about the area’s ecology and history at the Verkamp's Visitor Center, a great spot to get souvenirs and gifts for everyone you couldn't take with you on your trip. Canyon View Plaza is the South Rim's Visitor Center. Another great spot to stop is the Yavapai Observation Station. These different points are accessible from the free shuttle buses that travel around the South Rim. If you are looking for a scenic bus tour, the Hermits Rest Route is a great option.
For even more adventure, make advanced reservations for a mule trip. These guided trips by mule are a great option for visitors wanting to see more of the Canyon; however, these trips are extremely popular, so you will want to make reservations well in advance. You can sign up for North or South Rim mule trips and there are both short and long options.
The Grand Canyon is also a great place to go backpacking and hiking. There are many trails throughout the Canyon, both on the North and South Rims, and the trails range in difficulty and length. You can take a short day hike or plan a longer overnight backpacking trip. It is important to come well prepared for the experience if you decide to hike the Grand Canyon -- the temperatures vary greatly and many of the hikes go into the extreme back-country. Know what you are capable before you embark on a Grand Canyon hike.
Of course, the ultimate Grand Canyon experience is a river trip. You can choose between a day trip or trips that last up to 25 days. However, these trips are so popular that there is a lottery system for the noncommercial river trips. Be sure to research this lottery system and plan your trip well in advance.
The Grand Canyon has plenty of options for adventure outside of the national park, too. If you have time, be sure to visit is the glass-bottomed Skywalk. This Skywalk is a U shaped structure that stretches out over the Canyon, offering breathtaking views.
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