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KOA is the world’s largest system of open-to-the-public campgrounds, with more than 520 KOA properties. There are KOA locations in nearly every U.S. state and in nine Canadian provinces.
KOA has two mobile audio tours on the TravelStorys platforms — one in the Smoky Mountains and the other in Moab, Utah. Here’s what they have to say about their tour experiences:
Q: What is your favorite story on each tour and why?
A: On our Smoky Mountains tour, listeners can learn a little bit more about the rich history of the Cherokee and other Native tribes. The stories of the tribes are woven throughout the area’s history, as guests can discover how their culture influenced the development of the region and the national park. It’s important to honor their stories.
For our Moab tour, there are so many to choose from it’s hard to pick a favorite. I think most visitors to the area will want to jump to the bigger, more well-known hot spots, like Arches National Park. This TravelStorys tour offers a deeper appreciation and insight into the lesser-known areas — like Dead Horse State Park — and illustrates how they were significant to the people and American history.
Q: Is there anything that surprises visitors about your tours?
A: I think many visitors are surprised to learn about the ecology of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park has incredibly diverse wildlife and flora. Visitors are surprised to learn how many different types of nature experiences you can have in the park. Things like the wildlife and wildflower viewing opportunities not only change throughout the seasons, but even by the time of day you visit.
I think visitors are surprised to learn that there is so much in the Moab area to see and explore. It’s not just national parks and hiking. There is something for just about everyone, including mountain biking, ATV exploring, and white-water rafting.
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