A father-son trip doesn’t have to be down to the local hardware store – it can be something more exciting, especially if both individuals are into having a relaxing time. Pick a beautiful lake in Minnesota to do some canoeing. Since 1085, the web of rivers, lakes, and waterways has practically become a right of passage. You can rent a canoe, gear, and map to create an individual route that will take you on a beautiful scenic route through the wilderness.

Offroading is a favorite outdoor activity for countless people all over the states, and if you want to share a lovely trip on Father’s Day with the most special man in your life, this trail is for you! Enjoy the Moab desert in the middle of nowhere with its many slickrock walls and two national parks. Rent a UTV or Jeep and make the day enchanting by exploring the unknown with your father on his day to honor him and your bond.

If you’re into more physical activity for a father-son trip, try some of the many winding roads and various difficulty-level trails with a starting point of Bend, Oregon. Quickly becoming the mecca for cyclists, the trails up and down the wilderness offer extremists the chance to test their fitness level, push their limits, or enjoy some calm biking back to town. You don’t have to think of bringing equipment, as there are places you can rent a bike and a helmet.

Big Bend National Park in Texas sits on the border of Mexico by the historic Rio Grande. It’s a place to enjoy a more laid-back father-son trip for a day or two. Three maintained campgrounds are easy enough to reserve online. You and your father can enjoy some perfect daytime activities such as bird-watching, full-day floats through the canyons, horseback riding, and much more.

If your idea of a perfect getaway with your father is to be under the radar, Hidden Lake fire lookout in Washington is the place for you! Most cabins there were built before 1930 and have been rendered obsolete – just you, your father, and the stars. Today, there are only about 100 left from a previous total of almost 750. The hike is extremely steep but worth it for the breathtaking summit views. Make sure to get there early and be prepared, as it’s a first-come, first-serve situation.

Instead of sticking close to home for your father-son trip this Father’s Day – check out these incredible destinations and choose the right one for you. Make the voyage as memorable as possible!

Eric Finkelstein, 34 years old, now holds the world record for visiting the most Michelin-starred restaurants in 24 hours after going through fancy caviar, steak tartare, grilled scallops, and other upscale dishes throughout New York City. You can say that he had a lot on his plate – at least for a day.

A World Record Involving Eating

The Michelin tire company has been rating fancy restaurants all over the world since 1926 to help inspire more people to travel. Receiving a star from Michelin is considered a major accomplishment for restaurant owners. They let customers know that this eating place is worth going to for its excellent food. Restaurants are rated by Michelin inspectors with one, two, or three stars, with three being the highest possible score.

Eric Finkelstein, who works as a healthcare IT consultant, set a world record by visiting 18 establishments that were rated by Michelin on October 26. The record was announced on December 26, 2022. He ate his way through some of the finest restaurants in the city and he had been preparing for this for months. Speaking of records, Finkelstein is a bit of a record-setting fiend. He also holds two other Guinness World Records – one for the largest table tennis ball mosaic flag, and one for the longest table tennis serve.

Eric Finkelstein Likes Breaking Records

So, when it was mentioned in a post about the previous record for the most Michelin-starred restaurants visited in 24 hours, which was 12, he couldn’t help but try to beat it. He grew up reading Guinness World Record books. He decided to start going for the record in his late 20s as he considered himself an adult version of continuing to be a child, similar to the pranks he liked to be involved with in college.

Back in August 2021, Finkelstein submitted his official application to Guinness World Records. The organization accepted him in April 2022. Then, he dove into planning by contacting Michelin-starred restaurants all over the city to get reservations and tracked down individuals who could serve as witnesses for the world record. He even created a detailed timeline and map of his planned route. He did it on his first attempt, as it took him roughly 11 hours, spending $494, and eating an estimated 5,000 calories.