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California Dreaming: 5 Must-Visit Natural Gems

The unique beaches, the wildlife, the Sierras and the Cascade Range, along with a vibrant life and beautiful people – make it my favorite state in the continental US (sorry, but Alaska and Hawaii are something else). Of course: as soon as I got to California, I looked into its wild side. Where is the …

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Vultures, whales and private beaches: My Wild 4-Day Road Trip on California Road 1

When I first arrived to my 3rd favorite state, California, (guess the top two) I heard stories of these scenery, wild, road from Los Angeles to San Francisco. I was told about the sunsets, the wild sea elephants, the hikes. But, I couldn’t do it that time. So naturally, when I came back in November …

Travel Smart: 10 Tips to Save Money While Traveling in the US

The United States is a great country. It has it all. It has glaciers and deserts. It borders with three oceans. Enormous variety of wildlife. It has rapid moving cities, and countryside villages. However, traveling in the US might be an expensive business. Hotels, car rentals and attractions tend to be highly priced. Hotel prices …

Aurora Hunting in Alaska: How, When and Where? Complete Tutorial

The aurora is always out there (also in summer), but same as the weather, its activity has a forecast. The farther north you are, and the more time to allocate, the higher are your odds of snapping the perfect aurora picture. I recommend using this aurora forecast and this Facebook group to check the forecast …

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5 Best Unique Things to do in Alaska in March

Winter in Alaska can get harsh. With temperatures in Fairbanks dropping down to 50F/45C below zero and as low as 5 hours of daylight in peak winter, winter in Alaska might not be so inviting. However, with the rise of March, winter becomes magical: extended daylight sheds light over the snow capped mountains, the temperatures …