Massachusetts has over 400 waterfalls for visitors and locals to enjoy. They cascade, break around boulders, and fall in long streams of water. Several of the falls are in Franklin and Berkshire Counties, making it easy to see them – especially with the short distances it takes to hike to the various falls. There are …
As the capital of the US State of Alaska, you may expect Juneau to be a metropolis of a city. However, this historic town has much to offer in terms of history and is interestingly the only state capital that can only be reached by plane or boat. There are no roads to Juneau. A …
While the world may not know a great deal about the waterfalls in Ohio, come springtime, when the winter snows have melted, there are plenty of places where you can see waterfalls with impressive volumes of water. The rains similarly help flowers to bloom to create some lovely settings for you to enjoy. From spring …
Despite Illinois being a relatively flat State, it has plenty to draw hikers and those who enjoy the great outdoors. State Parks are intent on preserving large areas of natural terrain and the annual rainfall guarantees that the water courses are regularly replenished. When the water levels are high, waterfalls are at their best, and …
Water is fascinating and, of course, essential to sustain life. There is immense power in many water features, and those lucky enough to have traveled around the world and seen such wonders as the Victoria Falls in Africa and Iguazu Falls on the border between Brazil and Argentina are unlikely to forget the experience. The …
There is just short of 80,000 miles of rivers and streams in Alabama. The water helps to enhance the scenic nature of the state, with waterfalls particularly adding to the natural beauty away from the towns and cities. With a huge number of lovely day trips available for families wanting time out in the fresh …
North Carolina is home to many different types of waterfalls. Some waterfalls you can swim in, some you can see from the road, and others involve a bit of hiking. Each waterfall offers a different experience, and most times children enjoy the ones they can swim in the best. In the Brevard area of North …
During my exploration of Florida, I explored Tallahassee, the capital city nestled in the scenic Florida Panhandle. This hidden gem has been gaining popularity as an entry point for visitors to the state, and I soon discovered why. While the coastal lifestyles of Miami and the theme parks of Central Florida often steal the spotlight, …
Tuscany is a very popular region for tourists to Italy thanks to its diverse range of activities and sights. From vineyards and culinary attractions to classic art and ancient architecture, Tuscany is one of the most varied regions in the world for tourists. Despite this eclectic range of attractions, it is also known for having …
Located in Central Poland on the banks of the Vistula River, Warsaw is a popular entry point for visitors to Poland. The central part of the city itself is very industrial and modernist, with the Palace of Culture and Science acting as a Stalinist monolith that can be viewed from almost anywhere else in the …