Articles written by Amiee Maxwell
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Best Campgrounds in Moab, Utah
The Moab area offers incredible recreation opportunities from mountain biking to hiking to river running and has plenty of campground options for every type of traveler
May 30, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Vegetarian Restaurants in Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt Lake City is a great place for vegetarians. Salt Lake has many solely vegetarian and vegan restaurants and several vegetarian friendly establishments.
May 25, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Hiking Utah's Spooky and Peek-A-Boo Canyons
The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is known for its incredible slot canyons and Spooky and Peek-A-Boo offer a great introduction to canyoneering
May 19, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Visiting Santa Teresa and Mal Pais, Costa Rica
The Mal Pais and Santa Teresa area is one of the greatest surf spots in Costa Rica and offer accommodations and dining options for the budget and luxury traveler.
Feb 28, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Vanilla Vodka Martini Recipes
Delicious vanilla vodka martini recipes for vanilla lovers. These recipes make fabulous desserts and are great for holiday gatherings, theme parties, and girls night out
Feb 27, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Rock Climbing Nevada's Lamoille Canyon
Lamoille Canyon is a recently developed climbing area in northeast Nevada. The area features sport climbing, top-rope routes, bouldering, and ice climbing.
Feb 27, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Hiking to Fifth Water Hot Springs Near Provo, UT
Hike to the gorgeous soaking pools at Fifth Water Hot Springs and relax in a series of natural and man-made pools in a beautiful natural setting.
Feb 22, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Best Local Coffee Shops in Salt Lake City, Utah
A guide to downtown Salt Lake City coffee shops offering the freshest beans, coziest atmospheres, and tastiest coffee house fare.
Feb 17, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Nevada Microbreweries and Brewpubs
Microbrew enthusiasts have plenty of options for sampling locally produced brews when traveling through the state of Nevada.
Feb 16, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Exploring the Maze, Canyonlands National Park
Utah's Canyonlands Maze District, named for its disorienting maze-like canyons, has amazingly beautiful and remote trails for experienced hikers and backpackers.
Feb 16, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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How to Get Started in Skate-Skiing
Skate-skiing is a type of Nordic skiing that is fast, intense, and a full-body workout where the skier pushes out each ski on an angle in a motion similar to ice skating.
Feb 15, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Hiking in Utah's Canyonlands National Park
Canyonland's Island in the Sky district rests on a sandstone cliff, offers incredible vistas of the red rock wilderness, and has many great hiking trails to explore.
Feb 1, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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How to Choose Cross-Country Ski Classic Gear
Cross-country ski gear comes in a variety of different styles. Skiing experience and the desired skiing terrain are helpful factors in determining the best equipment.
Jan 28, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Choosing the Best Snowshoe for Activity and Size
Snowshoes come in a variety of different models - style of snowshoeing, individual weight, and snow conditions must be considered in order to choose the right snowshoe.
Jan 23, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Visiting Lake Atitlan in Guatemala
Tour the villages of Lake Atitlan for stunning views of the highland, volcano-ringed lake and catch a glimpse into Guatemala's most traditional cultures.
Jan 22, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Snowshoeing in Bryce and Zion National Parks
Snowshoeing is a fun and simple way to explore the amazing beauty of the red rock desert in winter. Experience Zion and Bryce Canyons in a snow covered state.
Jan 21, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Snowshoeing Utah's Wasatch Mountains
Snowshoeing is an easy and affordable way to enjoy Utah's Wasatch Mountains. The Salt Lake City area offers miles of snowshoe trails, rental services, and guided tours.
Jan 18, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Mesa Verde National Park Lodging
A review of hotels and bed and breakfasts located inside Mesa Verde or near the park in Cortez and Dolores, Colorado.
Jan 18, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Cross-Country Skiing in Salt Lake City, Utah
The Salt Lake City area offers a variety of cross-country ski trails from canyon roads to mountain resorts, ski rentals, lessons, and guided tours.
Jan 17, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Helicopter Skiing in Nevada's Ruby Mountains
The Ruby Mountains feature no resorts or lift lines - just 200,000 acres of pristine snow, steep lines, and powder filled bowls accessible only by helicopter or touring.
Jan 17, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Finding Great Deals on Winter Ski Gear
A review of online and outdoor retail stores that offer affordable ski gear from skis, boots, poles, and bindings to base layers, goggles, jackets, and gloves.
Jan 13, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Exploring Colorado's Mesa Verde National Park
The Mesa Verde cliff dwellings are the largest and most well preserved cliff dwellings in the world. Visit to catch a glimpse of the life of the Ancestral Pueblo people.
Jan 11, 2009
- Amiee Maxwell
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Nightlife in Park City, Utah
Whether after a hard day on the ski slopes or mountain biking in the summer - Main Street Park City has many nightlife options from chill mountain bars to bumpin' clubs.
Dec 26, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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Cross-Country Skiing in Park City, Utah
The Park City, Utah area offers miles of groomed trails and skating lanes along with providing cross-country ski rentals, lessons, and guided tours.
Dec 22, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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Costa Rica's Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Off the beaten track in Costa Rica, the Nicoya Peninsula offers uncrowded beaches, great surf spots and excellent eco-tourism options for the budget traveler.
Dec 20, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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Winter Activities in Telluride, Colorado
With great shopping, endless outdoor recreation possibility, relaxing day spas, and romantic sleigh rides - the historic town of Telluride has much to offer any visitor.
Dec 15, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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Winter Activities in Park City, Utah
Park City is home not only to world class downhill skiing but also to a variety of outdoor recreation, cultural, music, and film events.
Dec 13, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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The Winter Music Scene in Park City, Utah
After a hard day on the ski slopes, delve into the Park City music scene to experience not only national acts but also a variety of the local talent.
Dec 13, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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Exploring Utah's Canyonlands National Park
Canyonland's Needles district, named for its red and white pinnacles, is a hiking, backpacking, and sight-seeing paradise located in a remote corner of Southeastern Utah.
Dec 6, 2008
- Amiee Maxwell
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