Miles with McConkey Travel Blog
WEBScott and Julie McConkey. After 30 years, Scott and Julie McConkey left the corporate world for a life of travel and adventure. What started as a gap year became a second act, and they are now full-time travel bloggers! LEARN MORE.
2024 - Miles with McConkey
WEB3 days ago · Miles with McConkey travel blog. We are Scott and Julie at Miles with McConkey. After nearly 30 years, we took a leap of faith out of the corporate world to enjoy a life of travel and adventure.
Happy Birthday to These 10 National Parks: October Edition!
WEB3 days ago · Established October 2, 1968. One of America’s least-visited national parks in the lower 49, North Cascades National Park has cascading waterfalls, rugged snowy peaks, old-growth forests, and over 300 glaciers. It is three hours north of Seattle. The stunning park, often called the “American Alps,” turns 55 this month.
About Us - Miles with McConkey travel blog
WEBWe are so happy you found our blog, Miles with McConkey. After nearly 30 years of working in the corporate world, we decided to go into semi-retirement October, 2021 at ages 51 and 48. Our 4 adult children, 3 dogs and 2 cats are very supportive of our journey. COVID-19 and life’s challenges have given us a different perspective on life.
How To Visit Mount Rushmore: What You Need To Know
WEBJan 13, 2024 · Photo credit: Miles with McConkey. Many guests end their Mount Rushmore visit at the Grand View Terrace. We suggest you hike the Presidential Trail. It leads upward to the mountain’s base for a closer perspective of the main attraction. You will navigate 425 stairs along the relatively easy 0.6-mile hike.
Your Complete Guide to Denali National Park and Preserve
WEBJan 13, 2024 · You have an opportunity to see the tallest mountain in North America, untamed wilderness, and unique wildlife all in one place. The park’s star attraction is Denali, a 20,310 feet-high snow-covered mountain. Denali was formerly known as Mount McKinley. The park’s terrain includes tundra, spruce, and glaciers.
U.S. National Parks - Miles with McConkey
WEBAre you looking for information on U.S. national parks? Check out our travel guides for tips and essential information based on our experiences.
Scott McConkey
WEB3 days ago · Scott McConkey is a nationally syndicated travel writer and the founder of Miles with McConkey, where he provides vacationers and travel enthusiasts with trip ideas, travel guides, and inspiration. His travel articles have been seen in The Associated Press wire, ABC, CBS, CW, FOX, NBC, MSN, and many more. He and his wife, Julie, left the corporate world after nearly 30 years for a life of ...
Our Year in Review, One to Remember - Miles with McConkey
WEBMiles: 16,220. The name Miles with McConkey represents more than just the literal miles traveled. It is about the journey, the things we learn along the way, the physical miles, and life’s milestones. It would be remiss of me not to report our actual miles traveled. Julie and I logged 16,220 miles in 2023.
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WEBWe are Scott and Julie at Miles with McConkey. After nearly 30 years, we took a leap of faith out of the corporate world to enjoy a life of travel and adventure.