The West “Cheyenne is an authentic Western town with a name that conjures up images of cowboys, Indians, bison and steam trains chugging over the ...
“Idaho is an incredibly scenic state, and one of the best parts of finding water-based activities is the scenery on the way to them,” says ...
“Known as the Crown of the Continent, Glacier National Park is a bucket-list experience for many a traveler,” says Lucy Beighle, public relations and earned ...
How do you tackle the large land masses that stretch hundreds of miles across the pristine and wild regions of Canada’s true north? In small ...
“Saskatchewan is a phenomenal destination for watching wildlife,” says Tourism Saskatchewan’s Amy McInnis. “With a rich diversity of landscapes—from the prairie vistas and rugged badlands ...
Pursuit is a multi-faceted company that owns and operates a collection of nature-based tour offerings in Alberta’s Canadian Rockies; Vancouver, British Columbia; Alaska; Montana; and, ...
While travelers are very familiar with Manitoba’s signature cities, Winnipeg and Churchill, the province also boasts a number of small towns where hospitality and local ...
One of Abbey Ireland & U.K.’s newest tours, Jewels of the North, is a seven-day excursion of Northern Ireland. “(The tour) immerses visitors from North ...
One of the best ways to experience Alaska’s majestic natural beauty is on sightseeing cruises and rail tours. Here is a look at the six ...
Bellingham, Washington, provides a range of nature-based activities for travelers of all ages. Situated between the pristine waters of the Salish Sea and the snow-capped ...
Tucked between Anchorage and Denali National Park, Alaska’s Mat-Su Valley is home to nature-based attractions, historical sites and quaint cities. “The Mat-Su Valley is a ...
Fairfield Responses provided by Anand Patel of the Fairfield CVB Why is Fairfield such a great place? Fairfield is an ideal location for groups because of ...
“Bring your blanket, binoculars and camera to make sure you will see our migrating whales and sea birds; all the marine mammals, like otters, harbor ...
The Gauley River National Recreation Area is a mecca for whitewater enthusiasts. Located near Summersville, West Virginia, this U.S. National Park Service site is home ...
The city’s destination marketing organization, Visit Helena Montana, offers a number of suggestions for only-in-Helena group experiences, including the following five: Last Chance Tour Train ...
Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, is not a large city (population: 123,000), and its location just outside the Arctic Circle means the shortest winter days have only ...
Thanks to hundreds of mountain peaks, thousands of miles of rivers and abundant wildlife, Idaho is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Among many gems in the Gem ...
Scandinavia Tours, based in Vågå, Norway, custom designs all its itineraries that feature Norway, Sweden and Denmark. While the winters of the Nordic world might ...
There are many trails to travel to discover some of Portugal’s popular natural products. Here are three directions groups can take to learn about the ...
Situated in western Colorado where the Rockies meet the high desert, Grand Junction offers a mix of activities for travelers. “You can savor your adventure ...
One of the Texas destinations hit hard by Hurricane Harvey was Port Aransas. The community endured winds of over 132 mph with nearly six feet of ...
Mississippi destinations dodged hurricanes Harvey and Irma, but another storm stalked its friendly shores. “Hurricane Nate’s impact wasn’t as severe as anticipated, and we were ...
In Lake Charles, Louisiana, it wasn’t tourism that was halted by hurricanes. Instead, it was the storm itself. “Thank goodness, Hurricane Harvey basically stopped about ...
Anyone who has ever enjoyed fishing, snorkeling, dining or sunning in the Florida Keys was likely watching weather forecasts in early September 2017 with dread. ...
While relaxing in the sand and working on a tan may be top priorities, there are plenty of other things that go into a well-rounded ...
Groups heading to central New Mexico can learn about the Native American settlements in the area during a visit to Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. ...
Known for its indoor entertainment, Branson, Missouri, also includes a number of outdoor offerings that give visitors diverse, up-close encounters with nature. The city, which ...
Pacific Island Holidays is a 5-year-old, Tamuning, Guam-based tour operator offering packages for company business trips, family vacations, training and educational trips, and honeymoons. Steve ...
“On everyone’s bucket list, Australia is a paradise in the southern hemisphere that is simply unmatched,” says Nayaz Noor, CEO of Safir Tours, a Fountain ...
Based in Oahu, EMI Hawaii specializes in receptive services exclusively for tour operators and groups, both student and adult. “For over 15 years, EMI Hawaii ...
SkyWalk Saint John, which opened in 2017 in Saint John, New Brunswick, is one of only three skywalks in North America. The attraction is a ...
One of the centerpieces of the Maryland’s National Harbor development is The Capital Wheel. Located just 10 miles from the National Mall in Washington, D.C., ...
Founded in 2010, Go Ape USA takes nature enthusiasts up into the forest canopy for a series of aerial activities and challenges. The company’s adventure ...
I just wanted more New Orleans. So after I moved into the Courier office and needed cities to write about, I dialed up my friend ...
Newfoundland & Labrador Tourism’s Cathy Anderson knows there are a lot of factors that have spurred her destination’s recent record tourism growth. Her short list ...
Two pivotal laws, the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act and the National Trails Act, were enacted at a time when outdoor enthusiasts and congressional champions ...
Landscapes of fossil beds, historical mountainside carvings and unique wildlife are some of the features groups can visit in the Black Hills and Badlands of ...
Manhattan, Kansas, called “The Little Apple,” is a small city with a big appetite and lots of cool things to do. “Downtown Manhattan has fabulously ...
Groups visiting the small Midwest city of Kearney, Nebraska, should follow the advice of the Kearney CVB and check out these must-see destinations: Classic car ...
In July 2017, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee inscribed two more sites in China on its popular list. The addition of the Kulangsu Historic International ...
In addition to connecting with some very friendly Fam trip hosts and diving into each destination’s rich history, both writers were able to experience unique ...
One of the most unique ways to explore the beauty of Banff, Alberta, is on a Via Ferrata tour at Mount Norquay. Located just north ...
Dry Tortugas National Park, about 70 miles west of Key West, appeals to both history lovers and nature enthusiasts. Its 100 square miles are mostly ...
“Slovenia is committed to sustainability, which can be seen in every corner: how it manages its natural sights, emphasizes its diversity and preserves its customs ...
“Slovakia is a small country in the heart of Europe,” says Marcela Lauková, managing director of Discover Slovakia Tours. “And short travel distances allow you ...
Early each year, Bryce Canyon National Park—in conjunction with Ruby’s Inn hotel—puts on the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival. The snow-capped mountains and red-rock canyons of ...
When the hot Arizona sun sets, the fun begins. “Phoenix is known for its sunshine and stellar sunsets. What many don’t think about is what ...
“Monterey County features nature at its best,” says Tammy Blount-Canavan, president and CEO of the Monterey County CVB. “The spectacular scenery includes 99 miles of ...
“San Luis Obispo County—or SLO CAL as we call it—really offers groups a nice variety of destinations and experiences in a compact, easy-to-navigate location,” says ...
The folks in Eagan, Minnesota, have their eyes on 2018. In March, the Minnesota Vikings will open a new headquarters, training facility and outdoor stadium ...
For many international and domestic visitors, these spaces represent new, exciting and unexplored opportunities. Visitors to public lands and water navigate these destinations on foot ...
The collection of wildly unique scenery, outdoor adventures, and happy-go-lucky people makes New Zealand a jewel of the South Pacific. And Great Tour Experiences, owned ...
