{"id":72636,"date":"2018-09-06T11:27:28","date_gmt":"2018-09-06T16:27:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=72636"},"modified":"2018-09-07T10:07:54","modified_gmt":"2018-09-07T15:07:54","slug":"12-photos-and-3-videos-that-prove-idaho-is-a-plein-air-paradise-of-scenic-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/12-photos-and-3-videos-that-prove-idaho-is-a-plein-air-paradise-of-scenic-beauty\/","title":{"rendered":"12 photos that prove Idaho is an overlooked paradise (VIDEO)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nbhARG2yMoc\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/center>Did you know that there are 31 scenic byways in the state of Idaho? It\u2019s pretty much impossible to drive anywhere in the Gem State without pulling over for a picture, no matter what kind of hurry you think you may be in. A camera is great for capturing beautiful scenery, or maybe even a paintbrush and canvas. In Idaho, you can leave the rushing to the state&#8217;s famed Snake River and opt instead for the state&#8217;s scenic byways where scenic overlooks should not be overlooked!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_72659\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72659\" class=\"wp-image-72659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2602.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2602.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2602-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2602-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2602-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2602-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72659\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Early morning sun lights mist of farmlands near Tetonia, Idaho. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/8-reasons-why-were-obsessed-with-amarillo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RELATED<\/strong>: 8 reasons why we&#8217;re obsessed with Amarillo<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n<h2>The other side of the Tetons<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72662\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72662\" class=\"wp-image-72662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_0345.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_0345.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_0345-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_0345-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_0345-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_0345-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72662\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Grand Tetons View reflected in lake along Teton Scenic Byway, Idaho<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Grand Teton National Park<\/strong> may sit in Wyoming, but views of the mountain range are equally as stunning from the Idaho side, where Victor and Driggs provide friendly small-town charm and character. Any time of year, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Jackson-Hole-Hotels-Teton-Springs-Lodge-And-Spa.h1831085.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Teton Springs Lodge &amp; Spa<\/strong><\/a> in Victor is a perfect base from which to explore and features golf, tennis and a full-service spa after a day hiking or skiing the mountains. Get up early to witness the sun rising over the peaks and illuminating the farms and fields in a golden light. Late in the day, watch the crags turn pink in the setting sun from several vantage points along the <strong>Teton Scenic Byway<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_72705\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72705\" class=\"wp-image-72705\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2605.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2605.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2605-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2605-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2605-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TET_2605-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72705\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rural farm roads around Driggs, Idaho. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/rewards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ALSO:<\/strong> Take in the great outdoors for less when you join Orbitz Rewards!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Idaho&#8217;s very own Caribbean beach<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72638\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72638\" class=\"wp-image-72638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_BRL_19841.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_BRL_19841.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_BRL_19841-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_BRL_19841-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_BRL_19841-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_BRL_19841-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72638\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sandy beach and turquoise waters of Bear Lake State Park. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Situated in the southeast corner of the state, <strong>Bear Lake<\/strong> sparkles with magical water that changes color with the light throughout the day. Stretches of white sandy beach line this pristine lake, which at times is so turquoise that you might think it&#8217;s in the Caribbean! At the north end lies <strong>Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>, a favorite spot for migrating birds and a worthy destination for migrating birders.<\/p>\n<h2>Idaho\u2019s hot springs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72664\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72664\" class=\"wp-image-72664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_LHS_1949.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_LHS_1949.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_LHS_1949-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_LHS_1949-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_LHS_1949-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_LHS_1949-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72664\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Scenery of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Bear Lake Scenic Byway<\/strong> connects with Oregon Trail Scenic Byway, which takes you right through geyser and hot springs territory. The big draw is <strong>Lava Hot Springs<\/strong>, where you can zip down waterslides and swim at the Aquatic Center, relax and soak in geothermal hot pools, or rent a tube and float through town on the <strong>Portneuf River<\/strong>. It can feel a bit crowded here, but just a short drive way is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Pocatello-Hotels-The-Harkness-Hotel.h11279479.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Harkness Hotel &amp; Spa<\/a><\/strong>, a beautifully restored 1906 bank building in the small quiet town of McCammon.<\/p>\n<h2>Idaho\u2019s Great Rift Valley<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72654\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72654\" class=\"wp-image-72654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_057210.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_057210.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_057210-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_057210-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_057210-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_057210-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72654\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The <strong>Peaks to Craters Scenic Byway<\/strong> run right through the middle of the state, leading to the main attraction, <strong>Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve<\/strong>. This otherworldly landscape at first appears to be a barren volcanic plain, but visit May through September for carpets of colorful blooming wildflowers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_72696\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72696\" class=\"wp-image-72696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_2675.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_2675.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_2675-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_2675-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_2675-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRM_2675-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72696\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wildflower Bloom at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Plein air paradise found<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72660\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72660\" class=\"wp-image-72660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SCP_2711.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SCP_2711.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SCP_2711-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SCP_2711-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SCP_2711-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SCP_2711-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72660\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Plein air Artist Susan Perrin at Silver Creek Nature Preserve. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you&#8217;re artistically inclined, pack your easel and join the artists who have already discovered Idaho\u2019s endless opportunities for painting in the great outdoors. From rugged snow-capped peaks to verdant green valleys and serene lakes, it\u2019s no wonder Idaho is a mecca for plein air artists. Festivals are held throughout the year in different parts of Idaho. From opening day of fly-fishing season at <strong>Silver Creek Preserve<\/strong>, to the <strong>\u201cTrailing of the Sheep\u201d<\/strong> in the fall, the varied landscape of magical light is not to be missed any time of year.<\/p>\n<h2>Fall for the Falls<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72767\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72767\" class=\"wp-image-72767\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SHO_274712.jpg\" alt=\"Shoshone Falls\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SHO_274712.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SHO_274712-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SHO_274712-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SHO_274712-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_SHO_274712-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72767\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shoshone Falls. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Snake River winds and bends it\u2019s way across the state of Idaho. From the pristine <strong>Mesa Falls<\/strong> in the east to <strong>Hell\u2019s Canyon<\/strong> in the west, there are countless waterfalls and tumbling cascades to admire. The 212-foot <strong>Shoshone Falls<\/strong> are popular any time of day, and are especially impressive in late spring when the waters are flowing heaviest. Follow the river west to take in the view of the <strong>Snake River Canyon<\/strong> and <strong>Perrine Bridge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_72668\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72668\" class=\"wp-image-72668\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TWF_2739.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TWF_2739.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TWF_2739-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TWF_2739-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TWF_2739-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_TWF_2739-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72668\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Snake River Canyon Gorge and Perrine Bridge, Twin Falls, Idaho.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Castle Rock and City of Rocks<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_72641\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72641\" class=\"wp-image-72641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRK_2854.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRK_2854.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRK_2854-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRK_2854-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRK_2854-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRK_2854-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72641\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Castle Rock State Park. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Imagine a fairy tale land of rocks where you can camp, climb, hike, bike and explore by horseback, and you\u2019ve got <strong>Castle Rocks<\/strong>. One of Idaho\u2019s 25 State Parks, here you\u2019ll discover a secluded climber\u2019s paradise. Nearby, explore the <strong>City of Rocks National Preserve<\/strong>, where early pioneers of the California Trail left their mark on some of the rocks using axle grease from their wagons.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_72640\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72640\" class=\"wp-image-72640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRB_2136.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRB_2136.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRB_2136-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRB_2136-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRB_2136-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ID_CRB_2136-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72640\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pioneer wagon marks the California Trail through Almo and the City of Rocks National Monument. | Photo by Kymri Wilt<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/g\/lc\/traveldeals-free-flight-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-68010 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/FFF-blog-banner.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/FFF-blog-banner.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/FFF-blog-banner-300x50.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/FFF-blog-banner-768x128.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/FFF-blog-banner-600x100.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/FFF-blog-banner-720x120.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here&#8217;s why you should visit the Gem State before everybody else does.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":106,"featured_media":72767,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[1695,61],"tags":[2660,1856],"class_list":["post-72636","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-destinations","category-photography","tag-adventure","tag-destinations-2"],"acf":{"api_active":null,"api_title":null,"api_excerpt":null,"api_featured_image":null,"api_lob":null},"posts_api_cpm_point":"","yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>12 photos that prove Idaho is an earthly paradise | Orbitz (VIDEO)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Idaho&#039;s scenic byways and scenic overlooks are not to be overlooked. 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