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BY  sagnika Feb 13, 2025

I am a traveler by heart, and I am sure you are too! Isn’t that why you are on my blog trying to finalize that trip you are planning in February? But aren’t you a little late? Are you confused?   I have got your bud! Let me share with you some of the best places to visit in February so that you can make some of the best memories of your lifetime. You will get your February vacation ideas, and I will get to give you unwanted advice, win win!   Apart from the stunning scenery, this blog will also help you finalize the places that will get you the best deal possible! Let’s dive deeper!   The Best Places to Visit in February in the USA in 2025!   If you are someone who is a sucker for stunning scenery, let me share with you some of the best places I have visited in the USA! I visited some of the best places in the winter months in the past and will share my experience with you.   Simultaneously, I will also guide you to make a perfect itinerary. This will perfect your list of the best places to visit in February especially when it comes to choosing warmer weather like Hawaii or Texas or smoky landscape like the snowy mountains!    1. New Orleans, Louisiana   New Orleans is one of the best places to visit in February especially because of the mild weather and a hint of celebration! The Mardi Gras season brings colors, music and lively festivals into town.   Places To Visit   St. Louis Cathedral – You must visit between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to look at the outside and the inside of this 1700s circa church. It is a catholic cathedral located in the French Quarter and is the oldest active Roman Catholic Cathedral in the USA.   French Quarter – Known as the Vieux Carre, it is one of the oldest neighborhoods of the city. It has seen a lot of history and is often known as the crown jewel of New Orleans.   The National WWII Museum – The time to visit the museum is between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day. Apart from the exhibits, there is an eatery downstairs so you can have food if you have spent the whole day and did not realize it.   What To Do   Pray at St. Louis Cathedral – while praying, you get to see the interior of the church. It is designed with stained glass, a grand ceiling which is painted and with an active congregation!   Explore the French Quarter – you will get to see beautiful architecture along with ornate balconies! Walk along the narrow little streets with cafes and eateries, brimmed with people, merry and mixing!   Visit The National WWII Musuem – Did you know there is an interactive submarine exhibit? Apart from that, there is a 4-D theater, oh the realistic experience you will have while watching all the documented photographs and mementos of war.   2. San Antonio, Texas   The vibrant city is the perfect place for you to visit if you are making a list of the best places to visit in February. Even with its high humidity, it is perfect in February, with comfortable vibe, several cultural attractions and the hint of Spanish heritage.   Places To Visit   The Alamo – A striking fortress, this historical museum is a must for you if you are going to Texas. Apart from the artifacts, there are beautiful gardens that you should check out, as they are open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.   San Antonio Botanical Garden – If you are planning to visit the garden, you can go between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. With 38 acres of area, you will see a glass conservatory, native plants, roses, a pond with beautiful flora and fauna surrounding it and trails.   Brackenridge Park – Open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. This is a historical riverside park! There are several athletic fields along with a zoo. It is perfect for you kid or even you, if you love exploring a zoo.   What To Do   Visit The Alamo – It was built as a chapel initially, but it gives a vibe of a fortress! When exploring the artifacts, you must check the different paintings and how they tell history.   Walk across the San Antonio Botanical Garden – You can check out the exotic plants and visit the green house that houses several plants, very unique. You can also visit the cafe, which is located inside the Botanical Garden!   Explore Brackenridge Park – You can walk or hike a trail or even organize picnic areas along with play areas. Furthermore, you can take miniature train rides as they are available across the park!   3. Palm Springs, California   Known for its design elements, the cultural scene is quite trending here in Palm Springs, California. The desert city is sunny in February and is perfect for fine dining, going to world-class golf courses and exploring modern architecture.   Places To Visit   Joshua Tree National Park – The 24-hour open park is a perfect place for you if you love walking across beautiful trails, trees, native wildlife, and vegetation. There are allotted places for you to have a barbeque get-together for which you need to get a pass from recreation.gov!   Palm Springs – There are several trails that you can explore when you visit such as Araby trail or Andreas Canyon trail at Indian Canyons. Another thing you can do is visit Champagne Yacht, a perfect dinner cruise with your partner! It is one of the best cruises for couples!   Agua Caliente Cultural Museum – The museum exhibits the history of the natives, the Agua Caliente Tribal people. The Gallery is about 10,000 square feet with several exhibition areas. You have to pay $10 as an adult while children under 5 years are free to visit! Seniors and children need to pay $5 as an entry fee!   What To Do   Explore Joshua Tree National Park – You can see the rock formations and effects of severe earthquakes. Furthermore, there are Joshua trees along with wildlife such as ground sloths, camels, Columbian mammoths, dire wolves, and saber-toothed cats.   Hike the Indian Canyon – It is a 2-mile hike, where you can check out the historic Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians grounds. There are several hiking trails with wildlife and vegetation!   Visit the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum – You should visit the museum if you want to learn about the history of the Cahuilla Nation! With digital animation and projection of pictures and paintings, you will get to learn about the migration stories of Cahuilla Indians.   4. Kauai, Hawaii   The average temperature of the place is warm so, if you are craving some sun, you know what to do! Known as the “Garden Isle” it is one of the perfect places for you to visit this February. Lush beauty all around, you can do several activities to make the best of the trip.   Places To Visit   Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park – Spread across 17 miles, the Na pali Coast is extraordinarily beautiful. With hidden caves, towering cliffs and clear turquoise water below, it is nature’s gift to mankind!   Waimea Canyon State Park – You can get a perfect view of Niihau Island from the viewpoint at the canyon. The Park is stretched across 14 miles with a depth of 3600 feet giving you some of the coolest views of deep valley gorges.   Wailua River – The river is beautiful and when you visit, you can check out one of the main attractions, the Kauai vistas of Mt. Waialeale. It takes about 5 hours to complete the 2 miles of the river while kayaking! So, if you were wondering about warm places to travel to in February, here we are!   What To Do   Hike the Na Pali Coast – Known as the Kalalau Trail, it is a challenging 11-mile trail that is not for beginners. A challenging hike, you get to see the Hanakapiai Falls and visit the Hanakapiai Beach!   Explore the Waimea Canyon – You will take a minimum of 9 hours and 21 minutes to explore the whole canyon! It is challenging but if you are looking for some quite time, it is a popular trail for camping, hiking and backpacking.   Go Kayaking at the Wailua River – You can try something new with the different kayak guides and trips organized! You get brief, then gear up and paddle across the clear waters of the river! All your sightseeing is covered while you kayak your way across the river.   5. Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee   In February, you must visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park if you are a mountain lover! Afterall, with fewer landscapes, you can enjoy the snow landscapes and beauty of the scenic views.   Places To Visit   Cades Cove – A valley, the popular destination is known for its wildlife, scenic views and historical buildings. Log cabins and churches are worth taking pictures of along with spotting black deer, white-tailed deer, raccoons and coyotes!   Grotto Falls Trail – with a 2.6-mile distance to cover, this trail actually leads to a waterfall of 25 foot! The mountain cove at the top will give you some of the best views of the exotic forest around it.   Kuwohi – The highest point of the valley, Kuwohi is worth visiting if you are visiting Tennessee. The mountain in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a perfect place for you to visit at a height of 6643 feet!   What To Do   Visit Cades Cove – I would suggest you drive down the Cades Cove Loop Road, a beautiful scenic road creating a perfect romantic drive! Once you reach it, you will be surprised with the beautiful historic structures, explore the culture heritage along with the wildlife.   Trek the Grotto Falls Trail – You get to see rhododendron when passing the old forests along with the various falls that spread across the trail. The trail is moderate so if you do not have any experience, having a guide might help!   Go to Kuwohi – You have to hike the trail, a bit difficult considering it is the highest mountain in the valley. You can check out a Deer Farm situated quite close to it along with a Gazebo at Applebarn in Sevierville!   Keep the Wheels Turning...   Why is winter the best time to travel? If you are asking this, I am sure you have gone through the best places to visit in February this year. With beautiful landscape, mild weather, and amazing scenery, you will enjoy the best of any place you visit.   Furthermore, you can also decide on making plans to visit any one of these locations if you have more days for your vacation! Comment and let us know what you think is the best place to travel in February.  Also read Luxury Antarctica Holidays | Beautiful Places In Antarctica. Best Romantic Experiences In Orlando | A Travel Guide For Couples. 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BY  Barsha May 2, 2023

Based on Kiwi Flights reviews, I will be writing my experience of the Kiwi Flights and how travel experiences can be severely impacted. Further, I will address the advantages and shortcomings of the airlines! While we have heard about the exciting features of Kiwi flights that apparently helps users to plan their travel itineraries for savings and convenience, several regular users feel it might not always be a smooth ride. Although Kiwi is not really the ideal travel agency for all your trips yet it can prove to be a good tool for specific or even unique situations. For instance, you came across the perfect flight deal for Europe, but you are located far away from the departing location. Naturally, you will look for flights from your home city, but the prices turn out to be double the rates you were getting from the initial deal. In that case, most of us would bid adieu to another dream vacation. But, instead, have you thought of taking a different approach? With the help of Kiwi, you can combine another bus, train, or flight with the initial cheap deal to reach your dream destination without spending a lot of money. So, we decided to check out Kiwi and decide whether it’s legit or just another scam platform. Stay tuned to find out more. Exploring The Kiwi App: All That You Need To Know! Today, we are here to find out - is Kiwi flights legit? The official website of the platform looks pretty cool. Plus, the app has a good 4.3 rating, accompanied by mostly positive reviews from guests. But then we can’t just start depending on every platform based on positive online reviews though it is certainly a convincing factor. When booking a flight on Kiwi, it will take only 20 minutes but there are other concerns. With technical difficulties regularly occurring, booking flights in Kiwi can be a huge risk! There are instances when booking flights can more time. according to Kiwi Flights reviews, there is another issue because while booking, if there are technical problems, it might lead to an incomplete booking. So without wasting any time, scroll down to find out all that you need to know about the Kiwi platform - because we did check it out, and here’s what we found out! What Is Kiwi? So, what is Kiwi? Welcome to the Tour And Travel Blog’s Kiwi flights review. Today, we will discuss Kiwi, a travel agency that operates online. Based in the beautiful Czech Republic, the Kiwi platform specializes in combining different flights with various transportation types into one booking to make your dream vacation possible at affordable rates. The platform uses a wide database filled with different bus, train, and flight schedules - these are combined together to provide users with travel options that are fast and cheap. While the platform can give you a great deal - a cheap flight combined with the right bus, train, or another flight can sometimes reduce your travel expenditure drastically. However, there’s only one problem - at times, Kiwi can end up creating itineraries that are either complicated or overly competitive just to save some money. Using Kiwi Flights: When Should You Use Kiwi? For most of us, using Kiwi flights makes sense when the expenditure for any planned trip turns out to be really costly. For instance, you are in the middle of some last-minute emergency, or you need to book an international flight (one-way), or your itinerary is too complicated, and you are looking for an easy way to make things cheaper on the itinerary. Yet, it has been observed that Kiwi Flights have had a 95% accuracy rate in predicting flight prices several months in advance. When combining the features of low-cost carriers along with analyzing airfare, it is one of the best on the market. In all these cases, using Kiwi flights seems like an obvious solution. Here we can check out the benefits of using the Kiwi platform - stay tuned to find out more. Save on expensive airfares. Book one-way international flights. Book multi-city trips with the help of Kiwi Nomad. Manage last-minute emergencies. There are some advantages that Kiwi flights have such as saving on expensive airfares along with booking one-way international flights. There are different options to make the booking via Kiwi Nomad for multi-city trips. This site is one of the best for last-minute bookings according to the Kiwi Flights reviews! When there is an emergency, you can make the booking on Kiwi Flights as there is always some seats available last moment. Are There Downsides To Kiwi Flights? While Kiwi is a good tool for booking cheap flights and making your itinerary simple, what most Kiwi flights reviews won’t tell you are the downsides of the platform that you have to note before you can start using the same. So, what are the downsides of Kiwi flights? Let’s find out - without wasting time, scroll down to find out more. There’s no guarantee that the flight options you will find on Kiwi will be the cheapest. If you do not pay extra, then there’s no reliable protection for your connecting flights. One of the biggest drawbacks is that the flights are not cheap so, people planning on traveling on a budget will find it difficult to book! At times, the authorities at Kiwi Flights take guarantees when booking flights. They inform customers that they will be provided connecting flights if there is an issue however, there is no guarantee of that! I personally would suggest to not rely on this guarantee considering there have been too many complaints and concerns regarding luggage lost, flight connections and other issues. Is Kiwi Legit? The User Reviews You Needed: So, the question that always pops up in reviews has made an appearance here as well - is kiwi.com legit? There are so many different kinds of customer reviews on Kiwi Flights that it’s honestly difficult to deduce. While the platform has a 4.3 rating on Google Play, it has only 1.5 stars on TrustPilot, and that too from more than 60K reviews. One of the best features is that the Airlines provide services to a wide variety of places. apart from that, they also take bookings last moment however there are concerns with improper bookings. At times, customers have experienced issues with flight bookings regarding availability and change. There are, however, some hacks that people who are traveling can use so that they can travel on a budget! A majority of concerns that customers have with Kiwi have a lot to do with different issues, such as long delays on different refund requests, improper bookings, and not always the cheapest rates. Naturally, you need to proceed with some caution while using the Kiwi platform. Review By Damien Powell: “I've used this service and app for several trips, one being a transatlantic flight. These are very good deals, but what really helps is the travel insurance that they provide. I had a delayed flight in Berlin that caused me to miss my connection in the US. They found me a flight home at no cost, it was really great during a very stressful journey. Review By Maxim Diatchenko: “An extremely irresponsible company. Bad communication: no phone contacts, email once a week. Very unreliable service. But they have a great website and mobile app. My story: I bought tickets months in advance. My criteria were: to fly in the evening. A couple of weeks before departure, the departure time was changed to nine and a half hours, moving it to the morning. I asked them to find me a similar flight or refund money to buy new tickets. They refused.” Review By John Villielm: “Absolutely ridiculous service. We booked two separate trips for the family to visit us overseas. Both trips were booked for 4 total flights, all of which were purchased as a set. Due to Covid, only 1 flight was canceled, but that started the problems. They give you two options, 1) 200euro credit (the tickets as a set were $3K and $4k), so 200euro is nowhere close to matching that. 2) a 3-month wait on a "potential" refund.” Our Verdict: Use Kiwi Flights With Caution! Most of the kiwi.com reviews are not great, which makes it absolutely important that you use Kiwi flights with caution. If the platform provides good service to you, then that’s great, but if they don’t, then you will be the only one losing out. So we recommend proceeding with caution while planning your trip via Kiwi. In recent times, there have been several complaints where the flight tickets have been known to be lowest however, they have been cancelled without prior information. The refund process has also been subject to availability and change so, you need to be careful before booking flight tickets. Feel free to share your thoughts on the same with us - and while sharing your thoughts, let us know about your experience, if you have used the platform before, in the comments below. Read Also: Hopper flights review- Login, services and Travel experiences Using flightscanner To Find Cheap Flights In 2023? All That You Need To Know! Using Google Flights To Find Cheap Flights In 2023? All That You Need To Know!

BY  Sibashree Sep 30, 2024

Guest speakers from Dark Ranger Telescope and NASA attended the “Astrofest Festival” at Badlands National Park this year (July 5 to 7, 2024). In this celebration of the night sky and astronomy, the guest speakers discussed various aspects of space. The 2024 fest included the following activities. Scale model of the solar system in the afternoon An early evening solar viewing program Guest speaker session “These are objects that have been important to our culture since we could probably talk. So, we think it’s important to maintain that connection and bring back that connection to these things that used to be so important to us for thousands of years.”Ed Welsh, the education specialist at Badlands National Park  The yearly Astrofest Festival at the park indeed has a role in making the park a favorite for star gazing and exploring the night sky. Also, the remote location of the park and minimal light pollution here make it a wonderful site in South Dakota for watching the celestial bodies in action.  Further, this park is a wonderful place to soak in the beauty of sunrise and sunset, making it the land of light and stones! Night Sky Viewings/ Stargazing At Badlands National Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Badlands National Park (@badlandsnps) Everyone talks about the geology, wildlife, and fossils of Badlands National Park. However, if you are an introvert and always seek an immersive experience like me, night sky viewing will be your favorite activity at the park.  In fact, I feel that watching the night sky is the chef’s kiss in the park tour. The stargazing activity takes place near the park’s Cedar Pass area, which is close to the visitor center.  Further, the rangers inform you about the celestial bodies you will see. You just need to keep your eyes glued to the telescope to explore celestial bodies, such as the Milky Way, star clusters, planets, satellites, and nebulae.  The table below gives a quick excerpt of the stargazing and night sky viewing experience at Badlands National Park.  Stargazing And Night Sky Viewings At Badlands National Park LocationCedar Pass AmphitheaterSpecialtyMore than 7500 stars are exposed to each visitor. They especially enjoy the clarity of the Milky Way. Add-onsFly-overs by the International Space Station and many satellitesTelescopes Provided By Celestron and Badlands Natural History AssociationBest Season for StargazingSpring, Summer, and Fall In summer, the Night Sky Viewing Program starts after the evening star gazing session every day. The park rangers conduct this program. Further, its timing keeps changing based on the sunset hours.  Best Places For Stargazing At Badlands National Park  https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc1WjJfoGBB/ Badlands National Park has earned a name in astrotourism thanks to its pristine nature. With fewer pull-outs and roads, the north unit of the park especially has many amazing stargazing destinations. Let’s explore them! The Space Tourism Guide features the Badlands National Park and the Badlands National Park Observatory as some of the best places for stargazing in South Dakota. Badlands Observatory became accessible to visitors in May 2021. It is a privately owned facility in the Badlands National Park. Also, it works for astronomical education and research.  Cedar Pass Campground Amphitheater Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Cedar Pass Campground Amphitheater has a Night Sky Viewing event every day. This experience is about gathering more information by stargazing in a structured setup.  You must visit the Ben Reifel Visitor Center every day to learn about the program.     Badlands Loop Road Like many other parts of the Badlands National Park, the Badlands Loop Road also allows you to find your spot for stargazing. However, two of the best spots along the loop are: Burns Basin Overlook Yellow Munds Overlook These locations are especially great for taking photographs and indulging in tranquility.  Sage Creek Rim Road The Sage Creek Rim Road is one of the least crowded spaces in the park. You will also get to see very few cars passing through the area.  The Sage Creek Basin Overlook and Hay Butte Overlook are some of the best spots for stargazing on Sage Creek Rim Road. However, as very few people visit this area, you can find a stargazing spot of your own.  Big Badlands Overlook Big Badlands Overlook may appear last on my list of places to stargaze in Badlands National Park. However, it is the first overlook for someone accessing the park from the Northeast Entrance or the Sioux Falls.  Take a short walk and reach the best stargazing point in the Big Badlands Overlook. From here, enjoy a 360-degree view.  The Backcountry  The open backcountry of the Badlands National Park is a wonderland for camping and stargazing. So, just set your camp and enjoy stargazing for the entire night.  Watching Sunrise And Sunset At Badlands National Park The magic hours of Sunrise and Sunset paint the Badlands National Park with the most vibrant shade of red. The table below shows the best points for watching the sunrise and sunset and the accessibility points. ActivityBest Spots In The ParkAccessibility Points with Boardwalks and for Visitors with Wheelchairs SunriseDoor TrailNorbeck Pass AreaDillon Pass AreaBig Badlands OverlookPanorama PointCastle Trail WestBig Badlands OverlookDoor Trail Panorama PointSunsetPinnacles OverlookCastle Trail EastNorbeck Pass AreaBigfoot Pass Picnic AreaConata Basin OverlookPinnacles Overlook Conata Basin OverlookBigfoot Pass Picnic Area  As the Sun rises, its warm golden and red lights spread over the pinnacles that face the east. Further, the drama of light and shadow makes every frame mesmerizing. So, many photographers flock to Badlands National Park’s sunrise and sunset points for the best captures.  Stargazing At Badlands National Park: Plan Your Trip Well  There are two easy ways to reach the remoteness of the Badlands National Park.  Reach the Rapid City Regional Airport and ride for an hour to Badlands National Park.  Further, you can reach the Sioux Falls Regional Airport and take a road trip to Badlands National Park. This trip through South Dakota will take you around 4 hours. If you want to have the best stargazing experience at Badlands, you need to stay there overnight. You can reserve a room at the Cedar Pass Lodge in advance or stay at the Sage Creek Campground or Cedar Pass Campground.  However, if you are an adventurous soul and want the most immersive experience, put a camp in the backcountry or the north and south units of the park. 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