The Radar: Alaska’s National Parks, Hiking Versailles, Solo Stays in Jordan

• Alaska is home to 23 national parks and received nearly 2.3 million visitors to these protected lands in 2010. Matador highlights five Alaska parks from the popular Denali to several lesser-known gems to help you choose your own adventure. [Matador]

• When you think of Paris, you likely think of long café lunches and leisurely strolls along the Seine. Hiking certainly doesn’t come to mind, but perhaps this is why French women don’t get fat. Explore this four-hour hiking trail through the Forest of Versailles, near the famous chateau of the same name. [Easy Hiker]

• From quiet hotel retreats to social B&B’s, discover where to stay in Jordan when traveling solo. [Solo Traveler]

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