Scott McConkey
Syndicated Freelance Travel Writer at Freelance
Scott McConkey is a Nationally Syndicated Travel Writer and Founder of Miles with McConkey | AP Wire Byline | MSN Publisher | Yahoo Creator
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mileswithmcconkey.com | Scott McConkey
Julie and I have explored America’s most-visited national park at various times of the year, but spring in the Smokies is special. A spring trip is all about timing based on your interests. A visit in March looks very different from a visit in May. Whether your primary interest is hitting the hiking trails or sitting in a cabin by a warm fire, we will blaze your path. We cover everything you need to know, from winter closures to when to spot bears. Let’s plan your spring getaway in the Smokies.
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creators.yahoo.com | Scott McConkey
Julie and I had heard rumors about the stunning beauty of the Oregon Coast. It could not compete with the rocky shores of Acadia National Park or the famous scenery of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Could it? Julie and I had no idea what awaited us as we flew into Portland, secured our rental car, and went to the coast to begin our adventure. Every mile of the 363-mile journey from Astoria to Brookings took our breath. Other than Alaska, that road trip is our favorite travel adventure, period.
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creators.yahoo.com | Scott McConkey
Travelers regularly ponder when to visit a national park. These sacred treasures hold so much history and natural beauty that there is never a bad day to visit. However, free entry always makes everything better. The National Park Service (NPS) offers seven entrance fee-free days in 2025 to celebrate national parks and promote outdoor recreation. When Are the Free Entrance Days in 2025? The United States houses over 400 park sites managed by the NPS.
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creators.yahoo.com | Scott McConkey
It turns out our parents know what they are talking about. My parents have suggested the Finger Lakes as a vacation destination for years. I suspected the area was nice, but I did not place much stock in their advice. A few years ago, Julie and I made the trek to Upstate New York to see it for ourselves. I am the first to admit when I am wrong. In this case, I could not have been more wrong. It is now one of our favorite places.
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flipboard.com | Scott McConkey
1 hour agoEndorsement by Mayor Adams Appears to Lift Sales of Kash Patel’s BookThe F.B.I. director saw sales of his book about the government’s “deep state” rise by nearly 800 percent after Mayor Eric Adams lavished praise on it. As mayor of New York City, Eric Adams faces uncertain re-election prospects this year. Should all not go according to plan, he may want to try his …2 hours agoHow Much Can My Landlord Legally Raise My Rent?
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