Ready to chase rainbows without the crowds? Palccoyo Mountain, Peru's best-kept secret, is a vibrant alternative to the famous Rainbow Mountain. Skip the tourist rush and embark on an epic adventure to discover stunning, colorful landscapes, unique trekking experiences, and jaw-dropping views. This hidden gem offers all the beauty of Rainbow Mountain — with none of the chaos. Pack your bags, lace up your boots, and get ready for an unforgettable journey to Palccoyo!
Read MoreWelcome to the Ultimate New Zealand North Island Itinerary! Buckle up and get ready to dive into a whirlwind of epic landscapes, cultural treasures, and adrenaline-pumping activities that will leave you breathless (in the best possible way, of course!). So grab your sense of adventure, pack your camera, and get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime on this epic journey through the heart of New Zealand's North Island!
Read MoreNew Zealand’s Tongariro Crossing is an epic 12.3-mile thru-hike on the North Island where you get to walk through volcanic craters and among active geothermal landscapes. I finally got to see why well over 100,000 hikers traverse this landscape every year, and man, lace up those boots cuz you don’t want to miss this. Here’s everything to know about Tongariro Crossing.
Read MoreA post-hike toasty dip in forested hot springs is my favorite way to end the day. If that’s you too, read on for everything there is to know about visiting Terwilliger Hot Springs (Cougar Hot Springs)–it’s an Oregon gem! Let’s get those feet wet!
Read MoreThe Lakeshore Trail is a totally scenic one-way hike in the Stehekin Valley to Stehekin, WA, that includes a ferry, and 18.5 miles of epic views, wildflowers if you plan to visit in spring, river crossings, and plenty of swimming in the deepest lake in third deepest freshwater lake in the US. This is the perfect adventure for those who want to explore the Pacific Northwest, enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Chelan, and get a taste of the backcountry. So grab your pack and let's hit the trail!
Read MoreI spent three days learning to Nordic ski with total strangers at the winter AdventurUs Women’s Retreat! Here’s my full experiential review of the epic weekend nordic skiing, snowshoeing to a bonfire, sauna and cold plunging, and sooo much more!
Read MoreBoat Box is a true gem–these Stanley Idaho hot springs are just 3.3 miles from town. The tub fits just two people, and it's the perfect way to give your body that rest and rejuvenation it needs after a long and adventurous day. Here’s everything to know about Boat Box Hot Springs.
Read MoreIf you don’t mind a little chill and a wetsuit, surfing in Washington can be pretty dang epic with choice waves for surfers of all levels. Just 25 minutes north of Ocean Shores on the Washington coast is a brand new village with charming Seabrook, WA, rentals, delicious restaurants, and surf to write home about. Suit up and paddle out is the quaint and costal town of Seabrook for an awesome day on the waves.
Here’s everything you need to know to go surfing at Seabrook.
Read MoreWhether you’re a beginner hoping to paddle out for the very first time, or an experienced surfer looking for a few new surf spots, here's everything you need to know to go surfing in Washington.
Read MoreMakarska, Croatia, is what I’m officially calling the adventure hub of the country. From hiking to climbing to beaching and everything in between, this coastal village has a little something for travelers of all styles and plenty of outdoor experiences to go around. Here are eight of my all-time favorite things to do in Makarska, Croatia.
Read MoreQuaint and coastal, Poulsbo, WA, is packed with ultimate charm, tasty restaurants, hoppin’ craft brews, and plenty of adventure to go around. It’s the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula, and if you’re looking to buy, Poulsbo is the perfect basecamp for all your hiking, surfing, paddling, climbing, and snowshoeing desires.
Here are nine of the best things to do in Poulsbo, Washington, and the Olympic Peninsula.
Read MoreEverything to know about hiking in Croatia, including the best trails in the Dalmatian Islands, how to get there, where to stay, and more.
Read MoreA sheltered, sandy beach with consistent surf and a lively international community, Arrifana, Portugal, is the little slice of surfing paradise you never knew you needed. Beginner and intermediate surfers come here to ride choice waves, and if a swell comes in, you may even find a pro or two crushing breaks. Here’s everything you need to know about surfing Arrifana, Portugal, including the best surf camps, nearby activities, and more.
Read MoreSmack in the middle of the Atlantic lies nine volcanic island oasis’ jam packed with adventure. I’m talking top-notch surfing, hiking through subtropical forests to rims of volcanoes, bathing in natural hot springs, and seeing sperm whales. I spent over a month experiencing all São Miguel, Açores, has to offer, and the list are my all-time favorite activities. Don’t miss out.
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Read MoreRockhounders: this one’s for you! Oceanside, Oregon is an adorable coastal town with a rocky pastime (wink, wink). Agates, green and red jasper, petrified wood, and so many other notable rocks are scattered across Tunnel and Oceanside Beach, and finding them is a heck of a lot of fun. Here’s everything you need to know for a successful Oceanside, Oregon, rockhounding adventure!
Read MoreThe Pacific Northwest is one of just a handful of locations around the world where the mountains meet the sea in a unique way that makes same-day snowboarding and surfing possible. Here's where ski-to-surf is possible, pro tips for making the most of your day, what to pack, and more.
Read MoreLounging beneath a steamy waterfall in a pool of hot mineral water with river views on a snowy winter day–I mean, what sounds better than that? I'm a sucker for hot springs, and Idaho's Pine Flats is easily one of my all-time faves. You'll see why.
Read MoreHidden just outside of Port Angeles and totally off the radar is a glorious piece of Washington's wild charm just waiting to be explored. Salt Creek Recreation Area is a marine wildlife sanctuary, a diver's dream, and a surfer's escape with a campground, trails, beaches, tide pools, and unobstructed views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Vancouver Island, and beyond.
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