There’s never been a better time to head to the largest national park, Death Valley, in the lower 48. The park, which is indeed the hottest, driest and lowest place in the US, takes up an absolutely astonishing 3.4 million acres. It’s a spot where extremes are the norm. To match this energy, it’s time to book a stay at The Oasis at Death Valley, an over-the-top private resort that just finished up one more part of a $150-million renovation. Travel + Leisure online