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What it was like to retrace the first expedition down the Grand Canyon a century later
2+ hour, 12+ min ago (1789+ words) One hundred years after John Wesley Powell's historic trek down the Grand Canyon, National Geographic went on a commemorative expedition to see the wonders the geologist wrote about and the risks he took to survey the American West. The growl…...
From cactus trails to clay wraps'discover wellness in Scottsdale, Arizona
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (250+ words) Shaped by the Sonoran Desert and the Salt River, this US city blends luxury with nature-led experiences and restorative treatments rooted in its desert landscapes. At the entrance, horses are gathered, padding softly in the dust and flicking their tails…...
Inside NASA's plan to defeat moon dust. (And why it matters more than you think.)
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (1143+ words) Moon dust is sharp, corrosive, and potentially fatal. NASA's new electric force field shield is designed to blast it away. The lunar surface is a desert, forged billions of years ago by endless eruptions of lava. Since the moon cooled,…...
As Route 66 turns 100, visit the end of the road in sunny Santa Monica
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (673+ words) For many, getting to California is the whole point of traveling the Mother Road. As the iconic highway marks its centennial in 2026, here are the sites to see. A century after Route 66 officially opened in 1926, the road's final stretch through…...
Why southern Utah should be on your travel list
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (448+ words) With its national parks, slot canyons, and sand dunes, this region of Utah is as geographically diverse as it is awe-inspiring. (These are the 10 most popular national parks) Hike through the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon Each year, Bryce Canyon National…...
10 things to do near the Grand Canyon, from Marble Canyon to Vermillion Cliffs National Monument
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (220+ words) Hike through secret slot canyons, spot endangered California condors, visit sacred Navajo sites, and kayak a stunning 10-mile section of the Colorado River. Visitors can learn about geology, wildlife conservation, and indigenous history. The Navajo Nation, the largest Native American…...
How to become a cowboy for the day in Scottsdale Arizona
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (263+ words) With the Sonoran Desert serving as its dramatic backdrop, this Arizona city invites visitors to experience a real taste of Western culture. Channel your inner John Wayne at the aptly named Arizona Cowboy College, a family-owned working ranch. Guests can…...
Grand Canyon National Park Quiz, Part 2
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (116+ words) Think you've mastered the canyon? Take part two of our Grand Canyon National Park quiz and challenge your knowledge of its history and geology. Grand Canyon National Park Quiz, Part 2 Think you've mastered the canyon? Take part two of our…...
Grand Canyon National Park Quiz, Part 1
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (96+ words) How much do you know about the Grand Canyon? Take this quiz and find out! Grand Canyon National Park Quiz, Part 1 How much do you know about the Grand Canyon? Take this quiz and find out! You May Also Like…...
The best summers of my life were spent at the Grand Canyon Lodge. Now it's gone.
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (208+ words) Built nearly 100 years ago, the remote lodge offered majestic views of one of our finest national parks before it burned in the Dragon Bravo Fire. (Did you know the Grand Canyon is a Dark Sky Park?) (A park ranger's guide…...