The quaint town of Solvang holds their own personal slice of Denmark right here in sunny California. This picturesque town will make you feel like you’ve stepped right into Europe. I love photographing this awesome city, so I’ve made a…
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The quaint town of Solvang holds their own personal slice of Denmark right here in sunny California. This picturesque town will make you feel like you’ve stepped right into Europe. I love photographing this awesome city, so I’ve made a…
This packing list has been perfected from multiple multiple stays at Housekeeping Camp in Yosemite National Park. Find tips on what you need inside your unit, outside your unit, suggestions for personal items, and ideas on how to get that…
The desert silence is disrupted only by crunching rocks beneath boots or the mechanical click of a camera shutter. Morning in Death Valley brings a slight breeze, the temperatures already starting to soar. Pastel colors are spread hastily across the…
Yosemite National Park is one of the most photogenic locations in the world. Having visited this park since childhood, I have found some of the best Instagram spots in Yosemite Valley. While Yosemite National Park is absolutely massive and contains…
Every trail, every waterfall, and every sunrise in Yosemite has the potential to create lifelong inspiration and memories. Below is a list of classic things to do in the park that will ensure you have an amazing vacation. As with…
With more than 30 visits to Yosemite in the books, I would like to share my expertise to help you pack with ease. Wondering what to pack for Yosemite? This Yosemite packing list includes essentials and gear for any time…
Whether you’re a first time solo hiker or a family returning for the tenth time, Yosemite has something for everyone. The park has so much to offer that it can be hard to choose what to experience first. Lots of…
Zabriskie Point, along with most of Death Valley, looks like the surface of another planet. Situated in the middle of the National park near Furnace Creek, it’s a quick stop that can be added to any point in your trip. In…
Experiencing Yosemite in spring is a chance to witness the National Park reawaken after its winter slumber. While some sleepy snow still clings to the mountains, the valley below has rushing rivers, cool temperatures, and beautiful wildflowers. Spring in Yosemite…
While visiting Death Valley National Park, I took advantage of every opportunity to experience some sunrise photography. My favorite area of the park was Badwater Basin salt flats, a white sea of salt in the middle of nowhere, 282 feet…
