Bernardo Pacini, Author Travel in USA

Bowl of Fire: An Adventurous Day Trip from Las Vegas

If you are on the road in the Southwest, for one reason or another you will almost certainly find yourself passing through Las Vegas, an eccentric city with stunning lights

How do you get to Grand Falls in Arizona? Let’s discover the famous Chocolate Falls!

Although the most famous waterfalls in the United States (and perhaps in the world!) are on the East Coast, on the other side of North America there are some truly

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Visit Dinosaur National Monument: Dinosaur Fossils and Deep Canyons

Dinosaur National Monument is a very unique park and relatively unknown to travelers since it is far from the routes of classic Southwest itineraries. In fact, the park is located

Discover Amangiri Resort in Utah, a Luxury Hotel in the Desert

While motels can be good options when traveling, it’s nice to change things up! I dare anyone planning to go on a road trip in the Southwest to tell me

Skylight Arch in Utah: An Off-Road Adventure near Page, Arizona

Classic West Coast tours include a 1-day to 2-day stop in Page, just enough time to visit the great classic destinations: Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and if there is any

How to Get to Stud Horse Point? Tips for Visiting the Hoodoos near Page, AZ

Along with Moab and Sedona, in my opinion, Page (Arizona) is the most naturally beautiful town in the Southwest. Change my mind! Not only will you see Antelope Canyon and

The New Wave in Page: Here’s a Great Alternative to the Wave in Vermilion Cliffs!

Many travelers return from their road trip in the Southwest with a wealth of memories and adventures, but the one big regret they may have is not visiting The Wave

Climb to the Top of Twin Peaks to See the Best View in San Francisco

The first time I went to San Francisco, while scouring the guidebook for less mainstream attractions, I read a little chapter about Twin Peaks and immediately thought of David Lynch’s

Alabama Hills in California: Surreal Arches and Rock Formations at the Foot of the Sierra Nevada

During your road trip, are you planning to travel between Yosemite National Park and Death Valley, two of the California’s most famous national parks? In that case, an exhilarating drive on

Fantasy Canyon, Utah: A Surreal Natural Landscape… Under the Wide Open Sky!

We at Travel-USA know well that a month would not be enough to explore all the beautiful places in Utah! Today I want to tell you about Fantasy Canyon, a

Red Rock Canyon State Park: Even California Has Its Own Red Rock Park!

When you read the title of this article, it may come as a surprise. Really? Another Red Rock Canyon? But how many are there? In fact, this is a common

Seligman: The Historic Town on Route 66 that Inspired Disney-Pixar’s Cars

Anyone who wants to have an unforgettable experience as they travel on Route 66 knows that the trip is anything but a cakewalk if you consider the length of the

A Guide to the Immense Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

The first question that comes almost naturally is what in the world is the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument? If you have had the chance to browse our website a little,

Hole in the Rock Road: Discover Canyons and Rock Gardens in the Grand Staircase-Escalante

In the state of Utah, there are scenic roads that you must travel at least once in your lifetime, and the infamous Hole in the Rock Road is no exception.

Island in the Sky: Scenic Road Trip through the Canyonlands

Canyonlands is considered one of the biggest, most beautiful and important parks in Moab area and in all of Utah, but – because it is divided into three independent districts

Potash Road and Shafer Trail: The Rugged Scenic Byway between Moab and Canyonlands

If you are on a road trip and plan to visit the parks of the West, you will discover that it’s complicated to drive along the Colorado River. You will

The Narrows: Magnificent Hike between the High Walls of Zion Canyon

If you go to Zion National Park during a Utah road trip, you will have unforgettable experiences and go on unbelievable hikes. We have already described the thrilling experience of

Angels Landing in Zion: our tips to get to the top

Along with The Narrows and Zion Observation Point, the trail leading to the top of Angels Landing is considered one of the best in Zion National Park. The view from

Tips for Where to Stay near Zion National Park

Out of all the national parks, Zion National Park is one that requires careful planning of both the visit (and we have already talked about this in the article on how

Zion Observation Point: The Infinite Landscape of Zion Canyon

I have always said that Zion National Park is one of those American national parks that shuns being labeled as a “quick getaway”. There are no easily accessible overlooks, and

Zion-Mount Carmel Highway and Highway 9 in Utah: A Scenic Road from Zion to Bryce Canyon

In Utah, there is no shortage of scenic roads, and Scenic Byway 9 (SR-9) can easily be counted among them not only because of the beauty of the views that

UT-128 to Moab: A Road Trip with Extraordinary Views of Castle Valley

For those like me who are fascinated by the landscapes of southern Utah, it was an obvious choice to refer to Moab as the “Promised Land”, an equally biblical name. In fact,

Capitol Reef Country Scenic Byway (Utah Hwy 24): Road Trip from Capitol Reef to Moab

Especially in the case of those coming from Bryce Canyon and heading to the Moab area, Scenic Byway UT-24 (also named Capitol Reef Country Scenic Byway) is the natural continuation

Where Are the Route 66 Shields Painted on the Road?

Especially for those who know all the cultural and historical background behind Route 66, driving along even a short stretch of the Mother Road is an experience that is very

From Monument Valley to Grand Canyon: Suggested Road Trip Itinerary

It is very common to go on a road trip from Grand Canyon to Monument Valley (or vice versa) while visiting the parks of the American West. The two parks in

From Los Angeles to San Diego: Drive Time, Best Route and Stops

The route between Los Angeles and San Diego is not as popular as the classic long road trip between Los Angeles and San Francisco on Highway 1. San Francisco is one

Mulholland Drive: Viewpoints along the Scenic Route in the Hollywood Hills

If I say Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles, what comes to mind? If you immediately think of Club Silencio and the distressing story of Betty and Rita, then you are a