Encouraging women to try adventurous travel
“It’s like a rafting trip with training wheels… or outdoor luxury, depending on your level of experience,” I attempted to describe the lodge-to-lodge Rogue River rafting trip to a friend. As an avid hiker and intermediate backpacker, with one raft trip under my belt, it …
“I feel boujee,” my sister admitted while sipping her sparkling wine and taking in the views of Lake Tahoe in the late evening, the wind silently pushing the sail on the boat. And she was right. Being out on the deep blue waters in the …
Lake Tahoe Clear Kayak Stargazing Tour – it’s a mouthful! To break it down, the company Clearly Tahoe offers clear kayak tours on scenic Lake Tahoe. In addition to the daytime tours, they outfitted some of the kayaks with LED lights, where you can shift …
When visiting Lake Tahoe, I always saw fancy boats zipping across the crystal clear waters. The people in the boat looked like they were having the time of their lives, but it wasn’t until my family and I rented a boat to understand how freeing …
I’m not sure that Silver Falls State Park is considered a hidden gem, but it is a GEM nonetheless. I seriously have not seen this many waterfalls in one location since maybe Iceland… but that was across the entire country. Instead, this little state park …
Burney Falls is one of those places in California that I’ve heard about for years and finally made a point to see it myself. During my Northern California & Southern Oregon road trip, Burney Falls was one of our first stops (after the Sundial Bridge), …
In the summer of 2021, I made a vow to head out to get out to the Channel Islands more often, if not yearly. I thought to myself, “late-winter and early spring would be a great time to visit when the grass is green.” Luckily, …
To practice traveling solo, I took myself on a sunset sail from downtown Seattle for views of the city skyline. I even bought myself the cheese platter! How romantic! And it was a delightful and different way to see the “Emerald City.” It’s super fun …
Sometimes I forget that there is a National Park right off the coast of Santa Barbara and Ventura. Although not easy to get to, Channel Islands National Park is a remote paradise. Various hiking trails and limited boat seating make it a great getaway, even …
“I like that, oh I really like that.” My new friend Tammie and I laid back on the motorboat, our feet propped up on the side of the boat, a snack in one hand, and watching the canyon walls pass by far above. It was …
If you’re going on a multi-day rafting trip in the Grand Canyon, it’s likely going to be sunny, warm, with a chance of fridged 50-degree river water splashes. In this post, I want to discuss the absolute most essential things to pack and other ways …
Poise, beauty, grace. Even at thousands of pounds, the Manta Rays seemed to float through the water doing backflips with effortless precision. While planning my Big Island of Hawaii adventure, going snorkeling at night with Manta Rays was a TOP priority. The Manta Rays did …
Golden sand beaches and clear turquoise water… which is also freezing! Lake Tahoe’s beaches are stunning, with a dash of shockingly cold water. Don’t worry, the water feels great on a hot day. Over the last ten years, I’ve visited Lake Tahoe about six times …
After experiencing the magic of the fjords in Norway, I knew I NEEDED to cruise the Milford Sound on the New Zealand South Island. Milford Sound is technically a fjord carved by glaciers and features dramatic mountains, waterfalls, and ocean wildlife. You can experience the …
e vibrant blue waterfalls of Havasupai are shockingly blue. After driving for hours in the desert and then hiking another 10 miles, it doesn’t seem possible to have something NOT be a dusty brown color. Yet, at Havasupai, the crisp, clear water is bluer than …
You know that quote that goes something like, “The journey is the destination”? This is not the case for Havasupai hike. Although the hike is a beautiful red-rock canyon in Arizona, Havasupai is an absolute oasis of turquoise water, lush plants, and waterfalls. To experience …
The oceans and fjords are such an important part of Norwegian culture that going on a fjord cruise while in the country is an absolute must-do. I did two fjord cruises while in the country – one from Flam and the Mostraumen cruise from Bergen …
As you might be able to tell, I was particularly excited to explore the darling towns at the end of the fjords in Norway. Each one is a little different, such as the book town of Fjaerland, the apple/cider-town of Ulvik, or the slow-paced town of …
If there is one thing you must do while in the Fjordlands of Norway, it’s taking a Fjord Cruise. And the type of cruise I am talking about is a 2-4 hour day cruise on the dark fjord waters, surrounded by steep mountains and waterfalls. …
One of the best ways to experience Lake Atitlan and the stunning lakeside volcanos is to get out on the water. If you’re exploring the small towns surrounding the lake, you’ll likely take a water taxi (lancha), but another fun water activity is to go …
So you want to camp at Havasupai and you’re researching what to do during your days at Havasupai, but you only keep finding information about the hike. You’re not alone. Before I did the trek, I found it confusing to plan out a Havasupai itinerary. …
Having grown up a 2-hours drive from the Yosemite Valley, it was a common occurrence in my family to head up to the mountains and spend a day in Yosemite. However, it was not until recently that I discovered that you can bring a raft …
I wasn’t sure what to expect when “booking” this tour and still wasn’t sure what to expect as we were doing it! But what this tour with Talabeng Sea Kayak lacked in preliminary information, it more than made up for in stunning views and a …
Railay beach is ridiculously beautiful. It has white sands, clear warm water, and vertical limestone karsts that shoot up from the ocean on either side of the beach. The only way to get to Railay Beach is by boat. With the long tail boats pulled …
Niagara Falls is so much part of the American consciousness that I needed to see it in person when visiting Toronto in December. The falls are spectacular with the constant powerful force of water that it is mesmerizing. Once a honeymoon destination and perhaps still …
After the exhilaration of paragliding in the German-Austrian Alps, we needed a slower, relaxing activity. Luckily Eibsee Lake is right outside Garmisch-Partenkirchen and also on our way to Füssen. Eibsee Lake is a gorgeous vibrant blue color and a treat to the eyes. You can …
Königssee is technically in Germany, but only about a 45-minute drive outside Salzburg, Austria and we decided to make a day trip to see the beautiful lake. Königssee or the “Kings Lake” is a stunning alpine lake with steep mountainous walls. There are no hiking …
The Narrows Hike in Zion National Park is probably one of the most unique hikes I’ve ever been on. You’ve definitely seen pictures, but to recount, it is a hike in Zion along the Virgin River between canyon walls that are over a thousand feet …
While on Caye Caulker, I knew it would be a blast to go snorkeling in the crystal clear waters. I was not disappointed with the snorkeling spots in Belize. The Caye Caulker snorkeling and sailing tour we joined went to three locations: the Hol Chan …
Belize has an number of incredible caves. Some with historical artifacts, other caves have a river running through them. Instead of going the archeological route, we decided to take a River Cave Tubing tour. We didn’t see the remains of an ancient Mayan sacrifice, but …
We traveled to the city of Taupo in New Zealand on our roadtrip from Auckland to Wellington. It’s one of the largest cities we stopped in along the way, with a population of around 32,000. Lake Taupo is New Zealand’s largest lake and is a …
Have you ever wanted to visit a private island? Well, if you are staying near Playa Samara, you can kayak to the uninhabited Isla Chora. With a sandy beach and snorkeling off its shores, kayaking to Isla Chora is a unique adventure activity that all …
While in Costa Rica, I convinced Rebecca to do whitewater rafting in La Fortuna, with the condition that we do the slightly easier, Class II & III Rio Balsa Tour with Wave Expedition. Having gone whitewater rafting a couple times growing up, I knew we …