Well it’s been a while since you have seen an update from us, and it likely will be again because we are now on our 4th day of our cruise and will be on the ship for several more days.…
Yellow Van Free 50 State Travel Map
A couple months ago we introduced a special freebie for our email subscribers, the Yellow Van 50 State Travel Map. While we are outside the states traveling in Europe I just wanted to take a moment to introduce you to…
From the Road: Paris Days 1 & 2
Since last you heard from us in the Stockholm airport we have arrived in Paris and spent two wonderful days here. We didn’t get off to such a terrific start, but since then things have gotten much better as we…
Chimani Releases 59 New National Park Apps
Whenever I talk with someone about going to visit a National Park these days I always recommend that they check and see if there is Chimani smartphone app available for where they are visiting. Chimani apps have been extremely helpful…
Chimani Arches and Canyonlands National Parks Apps Review
As you have probably noticed we had a fantastic time down in Moab visiting both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. The area is absolutely amazing and full of beautiful places and natural wonders. There is so much to do though…
Garden of Eden in Arches National Park
Arches National Park is home to an alien landscape, you will hear that several times if you watch the intro video. One of the locations that exemplifies this with almost no exertion on your part is the Garden of Eden.…
Windows Section in Arches National Park
On the eastern side of Arches National Park there is an area that is almost magical in the imagination it inspires. This is the Windows Section. And while not as iconic Delicate Arch, or as massive as Landscape Arch, it…
Skyline Arch Hike in Arches National Park
Located on the way to Devil’s Garden in Arches National Park is a small parking lot that marks the trailhead to one of the less well known but more family friendly hikes in the park. The Skyline Arch is often…
Sunrise at Mesa Arch in Canyonlands National Park
One of the things I love to do while traveling is catch the sunrise at some awesome place. Depending on the time of year this can make for an early morning, but an awesome experience. I had read in the…
Delicate Arch Trail in Arches National Park
Delicate Arch in Arches National Park is one of the staple symbols of Utah, right up there with the beehive. Because of this we see Delicate Arch everywhere, it even has a prime place on half of our license plates.…