Lola Méndez
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Lassen Volcanic National Park
Travel
Mar 29

See Steaming Volcanoes at This Eerie National Park Without Crossing an Ocean

It's not just a Hawaii thing.

Chrystal River manatees
Travel
Mar 23

Swim with Sea Creatures in This Little-Known Florida Town

Don’t worry, it’s not crocodiles. Or sharks.

channel islands
Travel
Jan 13

California’s Most Beautiful Parks Are Also the State’s Least Visited

Volcano skiing, hot springs, and island diving where you wouldn't think to look.