The red sandstone buttes and rock formations near Sedona, Arizona were created nearly 3 million years ago. Their beauty and majesty draw visitors and adventure seekers from around the globe. One of the most spectacular treks to get up close to witness the formation’s splendor is the Seven Sacred Pools Hike. Getting to the Trailhead…
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Cathedral Rock Trail in Sedona
The hike to Cathedral Rock is a mere 1.2 miles round trip. The trouble is that most of the distance is straight up. The Cathedral Rock Trail in Sedona is spectacular. If you’re willing to claw and rock scramble your way to the top, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views. Getting to the trailhead Parking…
Saguaro National Park
Less than 1 million people visit Saguaro National Park each year, a number that means there are more cacti in the park than annual visitors. Saguaro National Park boasts an estimated 1.9 million saguaros within the park’s 92,000 acres just outside of Tuscon, Arizona. Saguaro National Park is divided into two parts; the east side…
Destinations to Die for in Death Valley
Death Valley National Park is the lowest, hottest and driest place in North America, yet it has so many unique features worth exploring. Truth be told, this vast and varied national park was not on my list of parks to visit. That is until several pieces fell into place and we found ourselves with a…
Fabulous Sights in Philly
There are quite a few fabulous sights in Philly. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, Independence Hall, Reading Terminal Market and of course the Liberty Bell. In a few short hours in this historic city, you can check many must-see sights off your travel bucket list. Before you set out for a day of adventure your…
Gorgeous Glacier National Park
In the summer of social distancing, the options for family getaways are few. A visit to a national park is the perfect recipe for fun and safe travel. We pulled out the atlas and mapped out a route to western Montana and the Crown of the Continent, gorgeous Glacier National Park. Glacier National Park from…
Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore
Someone once told me that travel with kids wasn’t called a “vacation” it’s called a “trip.” It’s true, traveling with kids takes more planning and certainly more patience. Despite the challenges, we packed our bags for a trip to Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore with our five and three year old for what proved…
Washington DC
There is so much to see and do in our nation’s capital; Washington DC. Deciding how to divide up your travel time can be tough. Set your sights on the most important sites and settle in for a Washington DC travel itinerary that’s jammed packed with history and adventure. My husband and I traveled to…
The Baggage’s Bag Recommendations
You can’t have a blog named Mommy Baggage and not have a few recommendations on travel bags. Whether you’re traveling domestically or abroad, planning a trek into the backcountry or a day hike, here are a few of Mommy Baggage’s bag recommendations. Mommy Baggage’s Recommendation: Backcountry Pack Venturing into the backcountry can be very rewarding….
Best of Boston
Boston boosts bountiful options for travelers. Whether your interests include; history hot spots, cheering on sports teams or sampling local culinary treats, Boston has something for everyone. Check the best of Boston’s sights from your bucket list in just a couple of days. Follow in the footsteps of famous American founders along the Freedom Trail,…