Your Guide to Outdoor Activities in Texas

In terms of square footage, Texas is the second-largest state in the country, and along with size, comes a great selection of outdoor activities to choose from. With its wide variety of terrain and landscaping, Texas has plenty of room to roam and explore. From hiking, biking, and camping to kayaking, canoeing, and fishing, Texas is nothing short of awe-inspiring and entertaining for all of its residents and visitors. Here are just a few of the top Texas destinations to visit when searching for places to experience your favorite outdoor activities!


Big Bend National Park


Pretty much any outdoor recreational activity you can think of - hiking, biking, backpacking, camping, fishing, boating, rafting, kayaking, swimming, bird watching, nature watching, rock and fossil finding, you name it - can all be experienced at

Your Guide to Outdoor Activities in Utah

Utah offers such an abundant supply of adventure for outdoor enthusiasts, that 80% of the state is designated just for public use! What’s more is that the outdoor fun lasts all four seasons throughout the year in Utah! During the spring and summer months, you can experience hiking, biking, camping, geocaching, horseback riding, rock climbing, wildlife viewing, ATV riding, fishing, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, boating, water skiing, sailing, jet skiing, paragliding, and more. Many of these activities can even be enjoyed during the fall, as well. During the winter months, take advantage of skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling, and the like. Take a look!

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3 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Trust Online Reviews When Planning Your Trip

Before embarking on your vacation, hunting trip, or other outdoor excursion, you’ll likely take to the internet to see what others have to say about your planned destination. Online reviews have been heralded as a trustworthy source for gauging whether or not a destination is worth your time. But as review sites like Yelp, Google, and others grew in popularity, so did the likelihood of dishonesty. Here are three big reasons why you shouldn’t always trust online reviews when planning your trip.

3 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Trust Online Reviews When Planning Your Trip


Best Tips On Booking Your Accommodation Online

Best Tips On Booking Your Accommodation Online

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Booking a place to stay can be daunting, especially with so many booking sites available today. Scouring the internet for the best rooms at the best prices can leave you feeling confused and anxious about signing away your credit card information, but with a little guidance on how to easily navigate the sites and safely book your stay, you’ll be an online booking expert in no time!

4 Tips for Preparing for Your Cycling Trip

4 Tips for Preparing for Your Cycling Trip

Cycling is a great way to burn off some energy, improve your fitness, and enjoy the outdoors. While it requires a little more preparation in the way of equipment than, say, running; cycling is still a reasonably simple way to experience the outdoors while exercising. Novices and veterans alike may find themselves falling prey to many common cycling mistakes, though, which can impact your comfort and safety. Here are four ways that you can improve your cycling experience!


New Yorker Gave Up Her Job For A Life On The Beach

New Yorker Gave Up Her Job For A Life On The Beach

We’ve probably all had that fleeting moment of wanting to just ‘get away’ and live out our days on a tropical beach. Even the best of vacations can leave us salivating for more! One New Yorker recently made headlines when she gave up her life as a respected (and reasonably well-off) writer for a life on the beach. Just four years ago, Noelle Hancock bought a one-way ticket to the Caribbean and never looked back.


The Disastrous Effects of Calbuco Eruption

The Disastrous Effects of Calbuco Eruption

Chile is well-known for its diverse range of climates, beautiful landscapes, and stunning topography. At the same time, Chile is also like a ticking time bomb, resting on an area known to be highly seismic and volcanic. Recently, a 2,000m (6,572ft) volcano that has been lying dormant since a minor eruption in 1972 known as Calbuco, interrupted its calm demeanor, peaceful waterfalls, and gentle forests with several eruptions in just the past week.

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Breaking Speed Record Maglev Train from Japan

Trains, planes, and automobiles - there are many ways to get from point A to point B. But recently the Maglev train in Japan is making headlines for breaking a world record! When we think of trains here in America, many of us remember nostalgically the old time trains from days past. In other countries, trains are making headlines for speed and technology.

Best 2015 Summer Travel Destinations

Best 2015 Summer Travel Destinations

Planning your summer getaway may be as easy as returning to a favorite hotspot, but for many outdoor adventurers, they’re looking for something out of the ordinary. With enough planning and preparation, a host of unique and exotic travel locations can be available for the picking! Here are a few of our favorite summer travel destinations for 2015.

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Save Money While Traveling

Save Money While Traveling

Traveling can be a costly expense, and many must plan months in advance in order to afford a full vacation. Hotels and transportation costs eat up what many consider to be the piece de resistance of financial savings set aside for travel, but the added costs of food, entertainment, and attractions can many times be overlooked until the last second. Making better financial decisions while traveling can save you heartache and keep your bank account ready for your return to the everyday life.


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Best Travel Apps for This Summer

Best Travel Apps for This Summer

Summer is just around the corner, and many are already planning their summer getaways! From joyrides to excursions, there are travel apps for all types of adventurers. Here are our top 5 favorite travel apps available for download to help you get the most out of your summer vacation.


Ziggy the Traveling Pig

Ziggy the Traveling Pig

Many who spend their free time exploring and traveling choose to take their companions with them. Whether it’s a spouse, significant other, or pet, traveling always seems to be a little more exciting when shared with others. ‘Man’s Best Friend’ doesn’t always have to be a dog though! Ziggy is a 250 pound pig that travels the world with her owner and calls the outdoors her playbox.

Photo: Facebook/Ziggy the Traveling Pig


Seattle Mayor Bans Travel to Indiana

Seattle Mayor Bans Travel to Indiana

Were you planning a getaway to Indiana? From trails to zoos to recreational hideaways, there are many reasons to travel to ‘Honest to Goodness Indiana’. Unfortunately, recent political movements within the state has prompted many lawmakers abroad to establish policies preventing government-related travels to Indiana. These changes come in the wake of law S.B. 101, or the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, going through in Indiana.



How Traveling Makes You a Better Person (No, Really – Tell It To Your Boss)

How Traveling Makes You a Better Person (No, Really – Tell It To Your Boss)

Time and time again, it has been proven that traveling helps to make you a better person. Not only does it give you a new perspective to visit other countries and learn about different cultures, traveling also “refreshes” a person by allowing them to forget about everyday worries and enjoy their environment. Many Americans are guilty of not using paid vacation leave, due to worry about impressing their bosses, but you would be doing your boss and yourself a favor by taking that vacation and traveling somewhere new.


Taking Marriage to a New Level

Taking Marriage to a New Level

Here’s a Couple Taking Marriage to a New Level (Figuratively and Literally)

Have you ever worried about what happens after the marriage and how to keep romance alive? For one acrobatic couple from Los Angeles, California, they will not have to worry about that for quite some time. They are on a mission to get married 38 different times, in 11 different countries, on 6 different continents (Antarctica is too expensive), over a period of three months (83 days to be exact) and have shared their journey with the world (they even have a trending tag of #WorldWideWedding and have appeared on CNN).

In Egypt, Photo Courtesy of Cheetah Platt on Facebook

Gociety App Joins Outdoor Adventurers Alike

Gociety App Joins Outdoor Adventurers Alike

Have you ever wanted to explore the outdoors, but have not been able to find anyone to join you? Gociety was created just for people like you to network and enjoy outdoor activities together. Founded in January 2014 by Alex Witkowicz, Gociety fosters a community of like-minded individuals who hold a love for the outdoors and are looking for others to join them in their adventures. The name Gociety explains in itself what the aim of the company is – get people to GO and join with others in SOCIETY. 


Traveling by Train in the United States.

Traveling by Train in the United States.

The United States is filled with lush landscapes and beautiful sceneries, but many restrict themselves to the simplicity of car or airplane travel. Many times, we can miss out on the opportunities that come with alternative means of transportation. While passenger trains once played a large and vital role in the nation's passenger transportation network, there are fewer trains now available for anything more than cargo and freight service. Traveling by train is now part of the adventure, and it enhances the journey rather than simply connecting you to your destination.


Traveling by Bus. What are your options?

Traveling by Bus. What are your options?

For those looking to truly experience all aspects of travel, enhancing the journey to your destination can breathe new life into your outdoor activities. To achieve this, folks are searching for alternative travel methods to get the most out of their trip. Busses typically take routes different than trains and certainly have better stop-offs than a one-way plane ticket.


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