Seattle is known for being a city teeming with hipsters, a thriving music scene, and graffiti. After all, the city does have a gum wall, in which chewed up gum is plastered over concrete. However, just a short drive from the city are some of the most marvellous parks for forest camping and hiking in the world. I may be biased, having grown up a Seahawks fan, but I still think that even biased opinions can hold some merit. Only around two hours from the city lies the Olympic National Park, named after Mount Olympus, a place that is the ideal home of the Greek gods. It surely seems fit as a place the gods would call home. It is home...
The Grand Canyon is undoubtedly one of the most visited places in the United States. After all, its proximity to large cities such as Phoenix and Las Vegas, as well as its marvellous red rocks, make it an ideal tourist spot for Americans of all walks of life. However, something that is not often realized by many tourists is the importance of sunscreen. In the summer months, depending on which rim you are at, the temperature can be higher than eighty degrees Fahrenheit, or around 27 degrees Celsius. While this may not seem like an excessive amount of heat, it nevertheless remains true that, with the rays of the sun beating down upon you, that protecting yourself is important. Being...
California, specifically, southern California, is known for its marvellous beaches. Mostly, the beaches are known for surfing, since the water is generally very cold. Despite the cold water, sunscreen is nonetheless important, especially in the summer months! This is why Nöz has the following recommendations for the best beaches to surf at in California. 1. Windansea Beach, San Diego County This beach is located in La Jolla, California, and the best surfing season is the summer, due to the south swells that frequently occur there. 2. Oceanside, San Diego County This beach is located about 30 miles north of San Diego, and is also well-known for surfing! Depending on which side of the pier you are, you will mostly see left-hand and right-hand...
