Nicole Hansen

My spontaneous trip to Zion National Park turned into a comedy of errors. No permits, missed hikes, and endless shuttle waits.

Nicole is a travel writer and editor who specializes in the U.S. National Parks. Her passion for the great outdoors began when she started making

Napa Valley, California, is a staple among wine-lovers, but this town in Georgia has equally high-caliber options for a fraction of the cost.

Zion National Park is a bucket list item for many, but after five visits in the last two years, I've realized you have to show up with a plan.

2027 seems far off, but these North American destinations are already planning for record tourism with new amenities and major updates.

National parks have become one of the hottest destinations in the U.S., and nothing says national park vacation like a hiking adventure.

Did you know that Glacier and Waterton Lakes are part of one combined international peace park?

Yosemite National Park is known for its traffic and crowds, but even those with just a half day can have an exceptional time with the right planning.

National parks look very different than they did 20 years ago when I made my first visit to Yosemite. Are they really still worth visiting?

Nicole is a travel writer and editor who specializes in the U.S. National Parks. Her passion for the great outdoors began when she started making