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Your Guide to the Pacaya Volcano Hike In Guatemala
The Pacaya volcano hike in Guatemala is the perfect half-day hiking adventure. Set foot on lava fields and admire the views on an active vol
Mar 187 min read


5 Warm Winter Vacation Spots You Need to Try
If you need to get out of the cold this winter, check out these 5 warm winter vacation spots!
Jan 245 min read


Backpacking San Jacinto: A Terrific Weekend Trip in Southern California
Are you looking for a great overnight backpacking trip in Southern California? Look no further than Mount San Jacinto!
Sep 9, 20247 min read


Victoria Falls in 24 Hours: How To Visit 2 Countries And A World Wonder On A Time Crunch
If you only have 24 hours to visit Victoria Falls, you can do it! Check out tips on essentials, logistics, and learn from our mistakes!
Jul 19, 202410 min read


15 Travel Essentials to Bring on Every Trip
Discover 15 must-have travel essentials for your next trip! From collapsible water bottles to the best instant coffee, we've got you covered
Jun 23, 20247 min read


Ultra-Trail Drakensberg: GCU65 Race Report
Inspirational mountains and challenging hills make for an epic trail running adventure in South Africa
May 21, 20249 min read


2024 Tarawera Ultra Trail 50k Race Report
Because a chance to run on these gorgeous trails is worth the trip! Well hello there! After a bit of time travel (aka, crossing the...
Feb 24, 20249 min read


Hiking by faith on the John Muir Trail
Because I learned that I'm not strong enough on my own. The mountains are calling and they're going to be wild This past summer I spent...
Feb 6, 20247 min read


Race Review: Woodside Ramble 50k
Challenging, but at least you're distracted by a beautiful day in the woods! Woodside Ramble Vital Statistics: Location: Woodside, CA...
Jan 24, 20247 min read

Overwhelmed and obsessed: a novice backpacker prepares for the John Muir Trail
Preparing for a thru hike of the John Muir Trail as a new backpacker is overwhelming. Researching gear and skills can become an obsession!
Aug 27, 20237 min read


Beach Running in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
Over time, I’ve figured out that when I’m traveling, there are only a few things I need to make me feel centered and like “myself”. The...
Aug 27, 20235 min read


What to Expect when Hiking Rucu Pichincha
originally posted February 4, 2019 Like any spontaneous traveler, I did virtually no research on Ecuador before I decided to come here...
Aug 27, 20236 min read


The Practical Stuff You Should Know Before Visiting Semuc Champey
Because every other blog will tell you what to do, but someone's got to tell you what you need to know Hello friends! After a long...
Feb 21, 20228 min read


What You Need to Know About Pandemic Air Travel
Because it's a totally different world, and you need to know how to navigate the changes If you’re anything like me, one of the major...
Jul 13, 20206 min read


How to Satisfy Your Wanderlust When You’re Stuck at Home
Because sometimes life requires us to keep our feet planted at home. When it comes to the desire to travel, our appetite is larger than...
Dec 30, 20194 min read


5 Must-Try Coffee Shops in Antigua, Guatemala
Because you'd go crazy trying to narrow them down without some guidance If you’re anything like me, exploring local coffee shops is a...
Sep 29, 20193 min read


14 Pro Travel Tips & Truths (Learned from Experience)
Because you definitely don't know it all when you start traveling (or ever, really!) You can plan, plan, plan all you want when prepping...
Aug 13, 20195 min read


Climbing Cotopaxi: an Honest Tale
Because the cool photos don't tell the whole story Volcán Cotopaxi- the story behind the story Three months ago when I was in Ecuador, I...
Jun 10, 20199 min read


Nervous About Going Abroad? Safety Tips for Travelers
Because you can be safe and not stress too much- it seems scarier in your head, trust me. For many potential travelers, the thought of...
May 8, 20197 min read


Change your words to change your perspective
This little change can lead to a huge mindset shift Perspective It is well known that with everything in life, perspective is everything....
Nov 27, 20183 min read
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