![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-25.jpg "View from Angels Landing")
Zion NP got its name from the first (mormon) settler because it was so idyllic and untouched. In fact, it basically still is (considering the fact that it is a tourist destination), and is definitely one of my favourites on this trip. Continue reading A Biblical Place on Earth
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-23.jpg "Grand Canyon")
Flying High and Walking Deep Down
My second visit to the Grand Canyon was somehow completely different than the first one: In 2003, I was already speechless when just standing at the rim, and looking down into the canyon. This time, however, I needed a bit more to be in awe again. Continue reading Flying High and Walking Deep Down
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-22.jpg "Road to Monument Valley")
How to Become an Honorary Indian
The Monument Valley is part of the Navajo Nation Reservation. It is known for its buttes, i.e. isolated stone hills with sheer cliffs, and was also part of our itinerary. Continue reading How to Become an Honorary Indian
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/usa2010.jpg "Canyonlands NP")
Canyons Without End
Moab is not only an outdoor mecca, and close to Arches NP. It is also close to another national park which is completely different from the first one: Canyonlands NP. Continue reading Canyons Without End
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-19.jpg "Sunset Hummer Tour")
Moab, the Outdoor Mecca of the United States
Originally, Moab was on my wishlist only because of its proximity to Arches NP (which I really wanted to visit). As it turned out, the small town has a lot more to offer than "just" one national park. Continue reading Moab, the Outdoor Mecca of the United States
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-18.jpg "Delicate Arch")
Arches NP
Our first day in Moab was dedicated to Arches NP. This national parks boasts lots of quite impressive stone arches. Continue reading Arches NP
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-15.jpg "Jackson Lake")
Truly Grand Tetons
I have not heard of the Grand Tetons before this trip. Still, this national park is definitely worth a visit. Continue reading Truly Grand Tetons
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-14.jpg "Bison")
Geysers, and Bisons, and (no) Bears! Oh, My!
Winter has not yet left Yellowstone National Park either – at least during the night with lows down to 19° F (-7° C). During the day, however, it was nice and sunny, and we could thoroughly enjoy the world's oldest national park. Continue reading Geysers, and Bisons, and (no) Bears! Oh, My!
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-11.jpg "Yosemite Falls")
Winter Wonderland Yosemite
I intended this trip to be my summer holiday, and I expected to enjoy (at least) spring-like temperatures in Yosemite. However, here it is still winter: Sub-zero temperatures at night, and a (snow) storm passing through. Continue reading Winter Wonderland Yosemite
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010-05-09.jpg "Golden Gate Bridge")
High-Speed Sightseeing in San Francisco
My "Best of the West" tour (organized by Trek America) was due to start in San Francisco today, so I flew in yesterday. In the afternoon, I went on a whirlwind tour of the city. Continue reading High-Speed Sightseeing in San Francisco