Category: Scenery

Amazing scenery photos by TheHotFlashPacker

Half Day Devin Castle Bratislava Tour

One of the best day trips out of Bratislava, Slovakia is the Do-it-yourself half day Devin Castle Bratislava Tour.  In local language, Hrad Devin, or Devin Hrad.  I saw an offered tour to this castle and currant wine tasting for 60 Euros per person, but you can easily do this trip for less than 10 …

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Chapel of the Transfiguration and Chapel of the Sacred Heart – The Churches in Grand Teton National Park

Chapel of the Transfiguration

Grand Teton National park is a spiritual place – the grandeur of the mountains is some of God’s greatest works.  But it’s also home to two man-made spiritual places… the Chapel of the Transfiguration and the Chapel of the Sacred Heart – the two churches located inside the National Park. Chapel of the Transfiguration Chapel …

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Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area (Like the Grand Canyon, but without People)

Bighorn Canyon

After visiting the crowded Yellowstone National Park and having also visited the Grand Canyon National Park, the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area is a way to get away from the crowds.  This incredible canyon, one of the largest in the USA that spans through Wyoming and Montana, is just a 2-hour drive from Yellowstone and …

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Sapphire Mining in Montana (Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine)

Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine

Mining at Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine is a fun way to spend part of a day if you’re traveling through west-central Montana. You might not strike it rich, but everyone seemed like they were having a fun time, and everyone can find real Montana Sapphires. Location The Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine has an address of …

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Palouse Photography (A Palouse Road Trip with Photo Ops)

This Palouse Photography guide shows you some of the best photo spots in Washington state.  Come along for a full day of adventure in the Palouse region on the southeast corner of Washington. This post contains affiliate links.  This website earns a small commission for items purchased through these links with no additional cost to …

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Tips for Overnight Camping in Van (Softcore Van Camping)

In 2018, I took the step into light van camping.  So, I googled the phrase “Softcore Van Camping” and what did I find?  A bunch of P*0*R*N.  Yeah, I guess they were doin’ it in a van (I didn’t watch – it’s just a guess!  I swear!!).  Funny enough, if I googled “Hardcore Van Camping”, …

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Best Time to Visit Palouse Falls and ThatNWBus

Palouse Falls

I’ve been fortunate to visit Palouse Falls on several occasions over the last 12 years.  If I had to pick the best time to visit Palouse Falls Washington, I would say spring.  When visiting Palouse Falls, don’t forget to visit That Northwest Bus, aka ThatNWBus. Read this guide for other tips in visiting Palouse Falls. …

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Best Time to Visit Badlands National Park + Free Badlands National Park Camping

Badlands National Park Wildflowers

Badlands National Park is such a wonderful spot in South Dakota.  Did you know there is now free Badlands National Park Camping?  Here’s the best time to visit Badlands National Park and the story of my night at the free campground along with pictures to inspire your trip to the Badlands. This post contains affiliate …

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Best Free Things to Do in the Black Hills

There are 100’s of attractions in the Black Hills, South Dakota trying to separate you from your money during your Black Hills vacation.  This has become a midwest tourism mecca since it is near Mount Rushmore.  A few things are worth it.  But there are also a few free things to do in the Black …

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Best Time to Photograph Mount Rushmore + Best Viewpoints of Mount Rushmore

Mt Rushmore is probably the most photographed site located in South Dakota.  This is a guide to the best time to photograph Mount Rushmore, as well as some of the best viewpoints of Mount Rushmore. Note: all photographs on this page are unedited and uncropped to give you an idea of what the lighting is …

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