Oregon is a state in the north west of the USA on the Pacific Coast. A huge part of the state remains pristine, full of mountains, forests, canyons, and beaches. Anyone living in an urban area has plenty of opportunities to get out into nature and explore. Fishing, hiking, and biking are all popular activities, …
Niagara Falls is a destination like no other. The pair of twin cities is located on either side of the banks of the Niagara River, in Ontario (Canada) and western New York. The Niagara River flows over the Niagara Falls, creating a magnificent natural spectacle. Apart from the river’s natural attractions, there are other sites …
One of the world’s greatest rivers, the Mississippi slowly meanders through Louisiana before discharging into the Gulf of Mexico. Almost 20% of the State is water, but because Louisiana is fairly flat, there are few spectacular waterfalls despite its volume of water. Water is more likely to cascade with a small overall drop over a …
A little way in from Windermere’s northernmost bay, Ambleside is a tourist haven in the heart of the Lake District. England’s largest lake is effortlessly close, for cruises and water activities, while on land you can hike in scenery that sparked the imaginations of people like William Wordsworth. The poet’s home at Rydal Mount has …
South Carolina sits on the Atlantic Coast of South East USA and is one of the original 13 States. It was first settled by wealthy plantation owners and their slaves in the second half of the 17th century. The first shots of the Civil War were fired here, in Fort Sumter. The state has come …
Nassau is the largest city and capital of the Bahamas. It’s the vivacious alter ego to the country’s relaxed character. Nassau brims with an endless wave of cruise-ship tourists. The city boasts miles of spectacular, soft-sand beaches and stretches of vivid coral reefs. This vibrant capital is filled with wildly-colored colonial buildings with a funky …
Tennessee has over 325 waterfalls, making it tough to choose just 15, but those on the list are definitely the most magnificent. When you combine the number of waterfalls that drop over 200 feet with pools below, they become even more amazing. Several of the waterfalls are near Nashville or within a few hours drive. …
Arizona is a diverse state with arid desert, towering mountains, and lush landscapes around Flagstaff. The warmer temperatures make cooling off a necessity, particularly in summer. Thankfully, there are over 15 waterfalls – many in the Havasu region – making it possible to swim, cool down, and admire the magnificent landscape. 1. Fossil Creek Falls …
Missouri is a lush forest state with plenty of large cities. The cliffs, bluffs, and rocky terrain create a plethora of great hiking spots. With the Missouri River running through it and several creeks, the state is home to at least 14 amazing waterfalls that hikers will not want to miss. They plunge, cascade, or …
Indiana offers small mountainous landscapes featuring plenty of cliffs to form waterfalls. While there are more than 22 different falls throughout the state, we’ve whittled it down to the top 15 that you should try to visit if you’re in the region. Every waterfall is unique, and whether they were created by mother nature or …