Activities – Travel Daze

22 Best Free Things to Do in St. Louis

There are so many fun and free things to do in St. Louis, Missouri. Here are 22 of the best things to do, according to a local (aka me). … There are tons of reasons to visit the Midwestern city of St. Louis, Missouri. There’s art, there’s music, there’s beer, there’s food, there’s sports…whatever it… Continue reading 22 Best Free Things to Do in St. Louis

Complete Guide to Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, Missouri

Here is the complete guide to the Gateway Arch National Park. The Arch and surrounding grounds has been designated as the USA’s 60th National Park, right here in St. Louis, Missouri! Here’s what you need to know before visiting. … As a St. Louis native, I’m very excited to introduce you guys to America’s 60th… Continue reading Complete Guide to Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, Missouri

8 Fun Things to Do in Chattanooga, Tennessee

If you’re visiting Chattanooga, Tennessee, make sure you add these 8 fun things to do in Chattanooga to your itinerary! … Chattanooga, Tennessee is a city I’ve never considered visiting. Even heading out on my mid-South roadtrip through Tennessee, North Carolina, and Northern Georgia, Chattanooga wasn’t top of my mind. Based on the route, however,… Continue reading 8 Fun Things to Do in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Everything You Need to Know About Cruising Milford Sound

There are a lot of “Must Dos” on most peoples’ New Zealand itinerary. Those usually include places like Queenstown, the Tongariro Crossing, Mount Cook National Park, and Rotorua. But most of all, a good New Zealand itinerary will almost always include cruising Milford Sound. Visiting Milford Sound is something I knew I wanted to do… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Cruising Milford Sound

15 Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is mainly located in Wyoming, but it also extends into Idaho and Montana. To put it modestly, it’s a big park. It covers almost 3,500 square feet, some of which is only accessible via backcountry hiking. With all that space to explore, there’s no shortage of things to do in Yellowstone National… Continue reading 15 Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park

15 of the Best Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park

Trying to plan what to do in Grand Teton? Here are 15 of the best things to do in Grand Teton National Park! … A few summers ago, I lived and worked right outside of Grand Teton National Park in Jackson, Wyoming. I spent a lot of time exploring the park, hiking the trails, and… Continue reading 15 of the Best Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park

New Zealand by Train: Taking the Scenic Train from Auckland to Wellington

There are many ways to get around New Zealand: by car, by bus, by plane, by ferry—even by bike or by foot! But if you want the best views of this beautiful country, the best option is to travel New Zealand by train. From the moment I arrived in the country, I knew I wanted… Continue reading New Zealand by Train: Taking the Scenic Train from Auckland to Wellington

Wellington Cable Car & Other Attractions to Visit

The Wellington Cable Car is one of the city’s most popular attractions, moving close to 1 million passengers per year. The cable car draws in a lot of visitors, but it is also used daily by locals to commute into the city. Access to the cable car is via Cable Car Lane. This is located… Continue reading Wellington Cable Car & Other Attractions to Visit

Mount Victoria Lookout: Where to Get the Best View of Wellington

Hiking up to the Mount Victoria lookout is one of the most popular things to do in Wellington, and yet I visited the city three times before finally crossing it off my list. It was one of the things I most wanted to do–since I’m always looking for the best views–but finding calm, clear weather… Continue reading Mount Victoria Lookout: Where to Get the Best View of Wellington

Te Ananui Cave: A Glowworm Cave Tour in New Zealand

After leaving Nelson, I headed over to New Zealand’s West Coast. I was tired of cities and towns and people and seeing the same things everywhere I went. After spending a day in Abel Tasman National Park, I just wanted to continue my time outdoors. I wanted to see more of the landscapes I had… Continue reading Te Ananui Cave: A Glowworm Cave Tour in New Zealand