Facing west on the leeward foot of Maui’s vast Haleakalā, Kihei is a beach destination with few equals. There’s a consistently hot and dry climate, exhilarating panoramas of the nearby islands, and a long chain of gorgeous white sandy beaches. In fact you’ve got so many great beaches close by that it feels like an …
The largest settlement on Mau is also the island’s transport, trade and commercial hub. Kahului benefits from a regional airport, which is handy for helicopter tours over Maui’s magnificent but hard-to-reach landscapes. You’ll also be in a convenient spot for unforgettable road trips east along the Hana Highway or looping around West Maui, encountering amazing …
Known as Eagle Rock in the 19th century, the city of Idaho Falls got its name from a man-made waterfall created for a hydroelectric plant on the Snake River in the 1890s. The city takes a lot of pride in its famous river, which can be admired from paths along both banks and linking a …
In the heart of the Treasure Valley, about 20 miles west of Boise, Nampa is a city that mixes small-town charm with the attractions and amenities of a major urban area. One headline is the Ford Idaho Center, staging big-time events all year, from concerts by top recording artists to one of America’s top 12 …
On Oahu’s eastern, windward side, Kailua is an upmarket destination with dramatic natural scenery and beaches of astonishing beauty. One of these, Lanikai Beach, has all the hallmarks of a tropical paradise, down to the glistening turquoise waters and powdery white sands. Kailua is separated from Honolulu to the east by the sheer rim of …
The oldest city in the Hawaiian archipelago sits on the east coast of the Island of Hawai’i, at the foot of two immense shield volcanoes. One, Mauna Loa is active, and gives you the rare chance to see volcanic activity up close at the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. The other, Mauna Kea, is dormant and …
One of the fastest-growing cities in America rests in Idaho’s Treasure Valley, between the state capital, Boise, and the city of Nampa. Meridian’s population has skyrocketed in the last 30 years, from 9,500 in 1990 to 114,000 in 2019. The city lies directly on the Boise Meridian, one of the 35 principal meridians of the …
Dublin, California, completes a geographical triangle by being approximately 35 miles east of San Francisco and 31 miles north of San Jose. It sits 24 miles south of Mt. Diablo in California State Park. It was referred to as “Dublin” (as in the same city in Ireland) because of the large Irish population that originally …
East Point, Georgia is a suburban city in the southwest of Atlanta, which lies less than 7.5 miles north. It was founded by a handful of families around a railway terminus in 1870, and grew quickly. The railway and excellent climate made it a popular summer escape for those living in downtown Atlanta, despite its …
Colton is a city with a population of around 54,000 situated in the Inland Empire area of San Bernardino County, California. The city, considered a suburb of San Bernardino, is also known as Hub City. In Colton, the weather is nice year-round and there are many parks, recreational facilities, restaurants, and shopping areas, such as …