Yellowstone National Park is more than just geysers and….geysers. It’s a park! And as park goes there are a lot of things to do around this place.

Golf enthusiasts will have a great time at Yellowstone because it offers scenic golfing. Imagine golfing with such majestic sites around you! It’s got rolling foothills, open greens, amazing wildlife and challenging layouts enough to make serious golfers sweat.

Besides golfing there are other things to do: mountain biking in nearby Teton Valley, skiing and snowboarding around during winter, and whitewater rafting in the Yellowstone River. There’s quite a lot of things to do so stay even after the geysers have done their thing.

The Great Smoky Mountains of the Appalachian Mountains looks so mysterious with its mist forming all around the mountain. This phenomenon does have scientific basis: it’s caused by a mixture of naturally formed hydrocarbons and high humidity.

It’s basically a place where you can connect with nature in a myriad of ways. Hikers, canoers, and whitewater rafter enthusiasts can live here for months. It’s also a great place just to drive around in and take in all the views and sights.
A historical place, these mountains is where the Cades Cove Loop calls home. It’s a 7,000-acre valley inhabited by the Cherokee Indians in the past. It also stands as testament to the 19^th century pioneers.

Tired of seeing the kids play video games all day long? Frustrated at all the email you get from your blackberry? Then it’s time to leave all your gadgets behind and experience nature in Brainerd Lakes Country.

The area is known for its green forests, pristine lakes, and fishing . It also has activities that happen all year long. From June to August, you and the family can view the famous turtle races. It happens rain or shine.

The fishing is just heavenly whether it be the ordinary kind or the ice-fishing kind. There’s even a fishing contest held every winter where you stand to win prizes ranging from four-wheeler trucks to $10,000.

The tropics are a nice place to visit in the summer time, however, if you like it near, there’s no better place to go to than Hawaii. The beaches are long and heavenly, the culture is vibrant, and the terrain can go from lush to exotic.

One of its islands called the Waikoloa, has interesting mixes of old-time and modern Hawaii. The traditional part of the island can be seen by going down the beaches of Kohala. This place used to be where the old Kings would rest and relax. On the modern side, you can head over to Kings’ Shops where you’ll find collections of stores, venues for cultural events, and restaurants.

If you’re feeling the heat as everyone does during this time of the year, maybe it’s time to hop on a plane and go to some place arctic! No, I’m not talking about the North or South Pole, just somewhere near: Anchorage, Alaska!

Located in the South Central area of Alaska, Anchorage boasts of Chugach Mountains, Knik Arm and Turnagain Arm. It also has short, but cool summers with a maximum temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit.
Besides the cool temperature during summer, tourists may also go to the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum and the Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library & Museum. For those who wish to see nature and the wildlife, they can move on over to the Alaska Zoo, Point Woronzof Park and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.

The Florida Keys has something for every type of vacationer.

The regular vacationer can make do with what little time he has. Taking a few days off from your 9-to5 work would do much for your health. You can get more resources and info from your resort to arrange fishing, snorkeling, and diving charters. You can also take part in the nightlife and enjoy the lifestyle of the island marine community. If you’re a group, you can afford to some private islands inside the Keys.

The hardcore vacationer can subscribe to the homely vacation rentals to live life off the island.

What American landmark did Marilyn Monroe made famous? If you answered, Niagra Falls, then you’re correct! It was due to her 1953 Film, curiously titled “Niagra” that initially made the place such a tourist hotspot.

Niagra Falls belong to two countries: the United States of American and Canada. From the American side, one would have to drive through New York to see the falls. Ensure that you go to State Park, the oldest state park in the US. It’s a place where you can bike ride, fish, and hike. There are also great views of the gorge and falls there.

Want to experience adventure and take in the sights as well? Then I suggest you go white river rafting down the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon.

Be ready to block out a lot of days when you take this adventure as it might require you to spend as much as 6-13 days to complete the Grand Canyon river trip. The shorter trip is a bit harder because you’ll need to do a 5,000 vertical foot hike in or out of the Grand Canyon. For those who wish for a shorter time and less cost, they can try either the Westwater Canyon or Cataract Canyon.