Imagine walking with reindeer in Fairbanks, Alaska. We share the heartwarming tale behind the Fairbanks tourist attraction.

The Columbia River Gorge, located in the Pacific Northwest, has been carved out by the Columbia River. It is 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep in some areas. The gorge is part of the Lewis and ...

Julie and I realized our dream last fall when we embarked on a scenic drive through Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The route offers breathtaking views and many places to ...

White Sands National Park is a massive field of rolling dunes between Alamogordo and Las Cruces. Did I mention the sand is white? With mountains looming on the horizon, it looks like snow. The ...

The first time I saw Alaska, I instantly fell in love. Julie and I took an Alaska cruise two years ago and were blown away by the state’s natural beauty, exotic wildlife, and unique adventures. We ...

During our recent trip to California, Julie and I visited three regions comprising four national parks. As you can imagine, I was super excited about this trip. However, one thing completely shocked ...

Julie and I travel a lot, and we enjoy it. Many people have asked about our favorite travel gear. As we discussed this, Julie and I realized that the items we value the most cost very little. Whether ...

Mandan, North Dakota, quietly sits across the Missouri River from Bismarck, a city that prides itself on community and quality of life. Travelers often skip the charming town in favor of Bismarck or ...

Julie and I visited Shenandoah National Park for the first time last fall. We were fortunate to arrive around peak foliage to enjoy the gorgeous scenery along Skyline Drive. However, we wanted to ...

Do you want to roam the halls of a prison that once held some of the world’s most dangerous criminals? Would you like to spend time on a mysterious island? Do you enjoy haunting history and natural ...

We are Scott and Julie at Miles with McConkey. After nearly 30 years, we took a leap of faith out of the corporate world to enjoy a life of travel and adventure. We hope to inspire you to find ways to ...