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Too Long; Didn’t Read Experience dog sledding in Alaska any time of year. It’s fun, exciting, and links you directly to wild places and old ways.  Choose your experience: Summer (May-Sep): Ride wheeled carts through forests, visit musher camps, or take helicopter tours for unique glacier sledding ($389-$814+). Winter (Nov-Apr): Experience classic snow sledding, drive […]

Too Long; Didn’t Read America packs in all kinds of cold-weather fun, from city festivals to wild, remote places.  Top spots to check out: Urban Ice: Fairbanks, AK (Northern Lights, dog sledding), International Falls, MN (Icebox Days); Duluth/Marquette (lake-effect snow, ice caves). Mountain Escapes: Crested Butte, CO/Taos, NM (skiing, unique landscapes); Mammoth Lakes, CA (volcanic […]

Too Long; Didn’t Read Canada has the planet’s longest coastline. It stretches an amazing 240,000 km. Forget what you think you know about beaches here.  Expect surprising variety: Warm Atlantic waters: Swim at Parlee Beach (NB) or hear “singing sands” on PEI. Vast freshwater shores: Visit Wasaga Beach (ON), the world’s longest freshwater beach, or […]

TL;DR America has amazing public caves. You can find adventure exploring them. See cool rock shapes inside. Spot animals that live there. Some caves hold important history too. Key highlights include: Western Marvels: Reopened Crystal Cave (CA – marble, requires hike/booking), year-round Lehman Caves (NV – tours/wild caving), Sea Lion Caves (OR – coastal wildlife), […]

TL;DR Year-Round Waves: Winter (big NW swells – North/Central) and Summer (gentler S swells – South) provide consistent surf. Three Distinct Regions: Southern California (San Diego to SB): Classic warm(er) water, iconic spots (Malibu, Trestles), consistent summer S swells, HUGE crowds, surf industry hub. Central Coast (Ventura to Santa Cruz): Scenic, cooler water, fewer crowds, […]

Wondering which Peaks of the Balkans accommodation to book? Confused about how the booking process works, or what the guesthouses are like? Then you’re in the right place! I’m just back from hiking the Peaks of the Balkans trail myself, and one major highlight was staying at family-run guesthouses and hotels in remote mountain villages […]

Looking to spend one day in Tirana, and need help creating the perfect itinerary? Then you’re in the right place! Tirana is the capital of Albania and the country’s largest city. Having just visited, I can also say it has a great vibe and is full of interesting things to do and see. If you’re […]

Looking to hike the Peaks of the Balkans trail in Europe? Then you’re in the right place! I’ve just returned from a 10-day trek along this stunning Western Balkans hiking route, which takes you through the stunning Accursed Mountains and crosses the border between Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro numerous times. The Peaks of the Balkans […]

Looking for the best views in NYC for free?  Believe it or not, some of the best vistas in New York City don’t involve sipping overpriced cocktails at exclusive rooftop bars or hanging out the side of a helicopter. You can take in some amazing sights — and snap those all-important shots for Instagram — […]

If you’re planning a trip to Vegas and want to experience the nightlife, the Las Vegas Strip is the place to be.  But for a woman travelling solo, the bass from a distance nightclub and the glow of neon lights to entice you in, can spark two competing feelings: the thrill of adventure and the […]