Looking for a place you can enjoy the outdoors without driving too far from the city? Check out this state beach with hiking trails, scenic views, and camping.
A certified Dark Sky Park, this state park in Texas is one of best stargazing destinations in the U.S., offering campers a front row to night sky splendor.
Making the outdoors accessible for all people is so important. This wheelchair accessible trail at Yosemite offers spectacular views of a stunning waterfall.
Are you ready to live your "Dune" fantasy? This national park in Colorado is home to the tallest sand dunes in North America -- and a mesmerizing hike.
What better way to spend the summer than camping, fishing, hiking, and playing disc golf or volleyball on this enormous campsite next to a gorgeous Great Lake.
This multi-day hike in Chile is no joke. You traverse rocky terrain, unmarked sections, steep inclines, and ... beavers! But the views are certainly worth it.
While Glacier National Park is a popular destination for nature lovers (for good reason), there's one hidden gem lake you can visit to avoid peak season crowds.
Croatia is well and truly on the mainstream tourist circuit these days, but one of its most exciting national parks still manages to fly under the radar.
This serene island offers tranquility, delicious cuisines, breathtaking beaches, and friendly locals. Here's your guide to this all-inclusive paradise.
With rocky plateaus, impressive breaks with 8-foot high waves, and a cool shack made from palm fronds, this California beach is great for beautiful sights.
Visit this sanctuary to see iconic local wildlife up-close and learn about conservation. Here's the best time to visit the park and what to know before you go.
Imagine a village in Switzerland with no cars, more cows than people, and stunning Alpine views. That's what you'll get at Rick Steves' favorite Swiss town.
A snorkeling tour in the Caribbean sounds like a dream, but a snorkeling tour in the Caribbean with an open bar? Where do we sign? This is the stuff of dreams.
Visit this desert oasis for picturesque hiking trails, waterfalls, natural swimming holes to cool off in, and even a tram ride through beautiful landscapes.
This gorgeous national park has similar awe-inspiring landscapes, fun trails, skiing opportunities, and beautiful waterfalls as Banff, yet with fewer crowds.
This island town is a popular destination for tourists yearning for natural beauty, beaches, and outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and fishing.
This national park in Ireland might look flat and barren, but it's not. Teeming with wildlife, history, and cool landscapes, there's plenty to keep you excited.