As a child, many of my summers were spent in New York. Whenever I would tell friends where I was going, they automatically assumed New York City. Yet, Upstate New York is completely different from the city: it’s full of nature, trails, and is pretty rural. Even though the boundary of what constitutes as “upstate” is debatable, I consider it anything that isn’t NYC or Long Island. Follow this link to read more about what is and isn’t considered “upstate”!…
One day is definitely far from enough time to appreciate Zion National Park’s unsurpassable beauty. However, one day is better than none. If you have the opportunity to experience Zion’s magnificence, take advantage of your time in this natural wonderland. My limited time in Zion was just enough to hike The Narrows and learn a smidge about the park’s unique geographical history. I admit, my knowledge of America’s national parks and natural landscapes is pretty minimal. (It’s really a shame…