Did you know that there’s a National Park in Chicago? There are only two National Park Service sites in Illinois, so it’s only fitting that Chicago has one of them. Pullman National Historic Park is a must for any history buffs, or anyone looking for some different places to explore in Chicago. In 2015, President …
National Parks
10 Utah Glamping Spots to Check Out
Glamping has been all the rage for the last few years, especially on Instagram. #VanLife! I’ve always loved camping and I’ve always loved nice hotels (hence the blog name, Campfires and Concierges.) Sadly, since I joined the hospitality biz, I have hardly camped at all in the last few years. It’s just easier to stay …
Whitewater Rafting Arizona Rivers
Before I moved to Arizona, I assumed it was a pretty dry state. In fact, even after I moved here, I remember chuckling when I saw someone pulling a boat behind their car near Phoenix. Where on earth were they going? As it turns out, Arizona has about 200 lakes and a sizable boating population. …


