Jenny Willden

From buckin’ bulls to beauty queens, the Summit County Fair (summitcountyfair.com) is brimming with local, small-town charm. Held through August 10 in Coalville, this event rounds up local cowboys, farmers, and fairgoers for everything from carnival games and horse shows to parades and rodeos.

Tucked in an oak forest halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the Central California town of Atascadero is lesser-known than these big cities but offers more than expected to charm visitors.

As one of America’s most distinctive cities, New Orlean's vibrant culture, diverse people and beautiful architecture make it a place where there are more opportunities than expected to photograph its countless charms.

Moab, Utah, is home to two national parks, Arches and Canyonlands, and boasts a red-rock landscape that emulates Mars more than it does Earth. And this destination pairs its adventure ethos with small-town charm, making it a dream destination for outdoor photographers.

Adventures in traveling around Ireland with my mom.

With its Texas-sized museums, galleries galore and unique boutique shopping, Austin is a prime destination for art and shopping lovers alike. Stroll the shops, take a Segway art tour and shop till you drop with this expansive guide to Texas’ creative capital city.

There’s Texas, and then there’s Austin. This eclectic capital city is an oasis of cool in a land of honky-tonk that’s best known for its live music scene and keeping things weird. A hotbed of art and culture, Austin marches to its own drumbeat. There’s more magic than expected to capture here through photography, it’s hard to know where to start.

From the raging Gallatin River to towering Baldy Mountain, Bozeman, Montana’s spectacular outdoor scenery makes it a mecca for photographers looking to explore outside. And with Yellowstone National Park just 90 minutes away, Bozeman’s the perfect basecamp for an adventure — and offers so much more than expected.

The Mile High City of Denver, Colorado, is a mecca for photographers looking to capture incredible cityscapes and wild outdoor spaces in a single trip — they’ll find so much more here than expected.

Four-hundred-plus miles of singletrack make trail running at altitude one of Park City’s most accessible outdoor pursuits. Here are five of our all-time favorite routes for newbies as well as advanced runners.

From 5,000-person mega shows at Deer Valley Resort’s amphitheater to bitty gigs in pocket parks, here’s our can’t-miss Park City, Utah summer music list.

For those looking to chart these untamed waters by raft, all three river trips offer incredible experiences like those had by explorers of yesteryear — with much better equipment, of course.

Calling all roving audiophiles! This techy gear guide takes your music streaming up a notch with hands-free headphones and wireless speakers delivering powerful sound. Upgrade your gear to make jamming out a joy on any journey.

Who wants to check a bag these days? The hassle, cost, long lines and potential for lost luggage makes traveling light better than ever before. But choosing the perfect carry-on isn’t easy. From underseat rollers to stylish satchels, we’ve selected 12 bags that make jet-setting simple — and all of them fit in an overhead bin.

It’s no secret that traveling is stressful. Even the best travel day isn’t as chill as a day relaxing in a spa, but these 10 gear finds can help you unwind — even when you’re on the go.