Daniel Hayes 
Ah, summer in the Twin Cities. From delicious food and splendid parks to museums and sports, there are endless fantastic places to visit in Minneapolis. We spent the month of July here without ever having any real idea what the city was like. The only things that came to mind were the Minnesota Vikings and … Read more
In the high desert of the Land of Enchantment, at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, lies ethereal Taos. Rich with history, culture, and surreal landscapes, a visit to Taos is a fulfilling experience for everyone. During my time in Taos, I was amazed by how much there is to learn about Pueblo … Read more
Did you know that Colorado is actually spelled h-i-k-i-n-g? When discussing the great outdoors, the scene that pops in to your head is probably found in Colorado. Whether it’s a mountain trail with an incredible view or someone careening down a snowy mountain peak on skis, Colorado is king of the outdoors in the lower … Read more
Pronounced PRESS-KIT, the charming town of Prescott, Arizona lays claim to the world’s oldest rodeo… a fact that might help you with painting a picture of the town’s unique vibe. Now, you may be imagining a grizzled cowboy kicking through some saloon doors with tumbleweed rolling behind him as patrons line and swing dance inside… … Read more
The capital of Oregon is not Portland, but Salem… a less visited city about one hour south of its much more famous sister. While less popular with tourists, I was glad to have made Salem my home base during my visit to Oregon, and am here today to sing its praises. Salem has plenty to … Read more
Wake up. Hike. Repeat. Such is life in a tiny desert town with no bars, only a few restaurants, and copious amounts of beautiful red rock to explore. Of course, there are a few other activities to partake in, like four-wheeling, hunting, or rafting. The point is, you don’t come to Kanab to be inside. … Read more
In Salt Lake City, hiking feels synonymous with breathing, it something you need to do. Yes, Salt Lake City is a place with wonderful establishments for eating, drinking, and relaxing. However, most Salt Lake City locals will agree that the nature surrounding the city is the main attraction. It’s prime landscape for mountain biking, climbing, … Read more
In my opinion, Albuquerque is one of the most underrated cities in one of the most underrated states. The setting of Breaking Bad, Albuquerque doesn’t have the shiniest rep. However, there are so many beautiful and interesting places to visit, delicious things to eat, and fascinating things to learn in this city. I’ve spent a … Read more
With dozens of charming small towns, exquisite culinary experiences, outdoor adventures, and world-class art and history collections, the Hudson Valley makes a perfect escape. Oft-overlooked by out of state visitors, there is much to be explored in the valley north of New York City. Trust me, as someone who grew up in the Hudson Valley, … Read more
In my humble opinion, Oregon doesn’t receive the respect it deserves. I’m sure there are many out there who have known for a long time that Oregon rocks. However, I have to assume that there are those of you like me, who hadn’t even considered Oregon as a destination for far too long. But don’t … Read more