Antelope Canyon Goblin Valley State Park As I was telling friends and coworkers about my plans for Juneteenth weekend, I kept hearing the same reaction: “Wow, visiting the national parks has been on my bucket list for so long!” I completely understood the sentiment, because it had been on mine for years too. Our first stop was Goblin Valley State Park, on the way toward Moab. The rock formations were unlike anything I had seen before, with some resembling animals, creatures, or whatever your...

Views that genuinely look unreal New Zealand isn't just a destination; it’s a lesson in how the rest of the world could be living. From pristine, litter-free streets to a deep-seated respect for indigenous roots, here are 6 things that caught me completely off guard: 1) A lot of people walk around barefoot in public places. 2) The indigenous Māori culture is highly respected and celebrated, unlike Native American culture in the US. 3) The quality of accommodations is wonderful across the...

Lion in the wild South Africa — Cape Town After landing at the hotel and realizing that nothing had been paid, it was official that we...