Monument Valley was the biggest detour of our Southwest road trip and one we’re so glad we made. We nearly skipped it in favor of another night in Bryce Canyon, but staying at The View Hotel’s Premium Cabins made the extra drive worthwhile. Watching the Mittens glow at sunset and waking up with the sunrise from our private porch was one of the most memorable…
Bryce Canyon National Park is one of the easiest national parks in the American Southwest to experience in a single day, but timing matters. In this guide, we cover the perfect one day Bryce Canyon itinerary, including the best viewpoints, easiest hikes, top photography spots, where to stay nearby, and how Bryce compares to Zion for first-time visitors planning a Southwest road trip.
Where you stay near Zion National Park shapes the whole visit. The parking situation is a real headache, the shuttle system has two separate components that catch first-timers off guard, and the best hotels fill up nearly a year in advance. In this guide, we cover the best places to stay near Zion National Park, from our top pick right at the park entrance to…
One day or an overnight stay is absolutely enough to see Zion’s most iconic scenery if you know which trails to prioritize and how to time the shuttle system. Discover everything you need to know about spending one day in Zion National Park from where to hike, eat, stay and how to use the shuttles.
Warsaw is one of Europe’s most underrated city break destinations. The Polish capital is affordable, full of history, and great for food lovers, with plenty of cozy restaurants and memorable sights. We spent a long New Year’s weekend in Warsaw and found it to be the perfect mix of festive atmosphere, hearty Polish food, and interesting places to explore. If you’re planning a short trip,…
A Frankfurt layover is more useful than most people expect. The airport is located close to the city center, the old town is compact and walkable, and five hours is genuinely enough time to get out, explore, eat well, and get back to your gate. If you have eight hours, that’s even better. In this guide, we cover how to get into the city, what…
If you have a 6- to 8-hour layover in Munich, you can get into the city and see a lot in just a few hours. In this guide, we’ll show you how to get from Munich Airport to the city center, what to see, what to eat and drink, and what to do with your luggage.
Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world, and every trip can look a little different depending on how you get there, where you stay, and how much you want to see. In this guide, we break down the best ways to fly to Paris from the US, the most useful Paris itineraries, what to eat, and how to use the city as a great starting point for a bigger Europe trip.
Paris has more going for it as a layover destination than almost any other city in Europe, and CDG Airport puts you closer to the center than you might think. We’ve done it more than once, and these are our best recommendations to get the most out of your short visit.
Brussels is one of the easiest day trips in Europe, and it still gets overlooked. Most travelers simply pass through on their way somewhere else, but that’s a mistake. The Grand Place alone is worth the stop, and the food scene goes far beyond the chocolate and waffle shops you see in tourist posts. We’ve stayed in Brussels for a few nights, but we’ve also…
