American Nomad Blog
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American Nomad covers the best of U.S. travel—from vacation deals to festivals, weekend getaways, travel tips, and more. A seasoned traveler and Moon author, Laura is the perfect guide to help discover new gems when traveling domestically.
Recent Posts
- A Southern Girl's Wintertime Adventure in Yellowstone
- One Novelist's Odyssey Across America
- Gearing up for a Family Camping Trip
- Mint Juleps and More at Oak Alley Plantation
- Avoiding Identity Theft While on Vacation
- Money-Saving Travel Tips from Nomadic Matt
- Fashion, Fun, and Convenience for the Modern Traveler
- In Search of Irish Museums Across America
- The Inspiring Journey of a Solo Kayaker
- Getting Fit for Treks in Yosemite and Elsewhere, Part 2
- Getting Fit for Treks in Yosemite and Elsewhere, Part 1
- Experiencing Yosemite with YExplore
- Two Travel Contests Worth Mentioning
- A Word About the TSA's No-No List
- A Reader's Advice About Airport Security
Firearms to Be Allowed in National Parks
Ever since I saw the Great Smoky Mountains as a child, I've been an ardent fan of America's national park system – and the outdoor activities they inspire. more >>
Celebrating Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Elsewhere
As you're likely aware from previous posts, I was born and raised in New Orleans – a city known around the world for its annual Mardi Gras celebration. What you might not know, however, is that Mardi Gras doesn't just signify today – Fat Tuesday – but an entire season of revelry and festivity prior to Lent, a four-week schedule of colorful parades throughout the New Orleans area, from Slidell (north of Lake Pontchartrain) to Metairie (a suburb of New Orleans) to the French Quarter itself, culminating in an extended weekend of parades, balls, and parties. more >>
Finding Romance at Key Largo's Rock Reef Resort
No matter where you are in the world, you're probably aware that yesterday was Valentine's Day – and whether or not you typically celebrate this amorous holiday, it's comforting to know that you don't need a specific occasion to justify a romantic getaway. So, the next time you and your sweetheart have the urge to flee town for a few days, consider heading down to Key Largo, the largest, northernmost island in the Florida Keys. more >>
Top Ten Most Romantic U.S. Cities #2
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, but there's still time to plan a romantic getaway with the one you love. To assist in the planning, I've prepared a two-part article about the top ten most romantic U.S. cities, five of which are listed in the first part.
Here are the last five, in no particular order: more >>
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