Hiking, New EnglandMt. Hancock and South Hancock Loop July 12, 2022 July 12, 2022 itemprop="discussionURL"0Mt. Hancock and South Hancock – New Hampshire In pursuit of hiking the 48 4,000-footers of New Hampshire, it’s always …
Latin America, Wildlife ViewingWhere to See Monkeys in Cartagena June 27, 2022 June 27, 2022 itemprop="discussionURL"0Where to See Monkeys in Cartagena, Colombia Cartagena is a beautiful and vibrant city on the Caribbean coast of Colombia. …
Hiking, New EnglandLittle Mt. Washington October 3, 2021 April 8, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"1Little Mt. Washington – Grantham, NH Little Mt. Washington is an odd name choice for this little known mountain. It’s …
Hiking, New EnglandMt. Flume and Mt. Liberty Loop September 16, 2021 September 16, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Mt. Flume and Mt. Liberty Loop It had been almost two years since my last 4,000 footer (Moosilauke), so I …
Hiking, New EnglandSunset Hill – Newbury, NH July 16, 2021 July 15, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Sunset Hill – Newbury, NH There are plenty of solid day hikes in the Dartmouth-Sunapee region, and while Sunset Hill …
Beaches, Hiking, New EnglandMenemsha Hills – Martha’s Vineyard June 25, 2021 April 4, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"2Menemsha Hills Hike – Martha’s Vineyard While the main population centers and tourist attractions are concentrated on the east side …
Hiking, New EnglandHalfmile Pond – Enfield, NH May 31, 2021 July 15, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Halfmile Pond – Enfield, NH The weather this Memorial Day Weekend was a cruel cosmic joke, but the cold and …
HikingBest Hikes in the Dartmouth-Sunapee Region February 24, 2021 May 31, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"4Best Hikes in New Hampshire’s Dartmouth-Sunapee Region We should probably start out by defining the Dartmouth-Sunapee region of New Hampshire, …
Hiking, New EnglandFrench’s Ledges – Plainfield, NH February 23, 2021 February 24, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1French’s Ledges The hike to French’s Ledges in Plainfield, NH is relatively short and easy while still offering decent views …
Hiking, New EnglandMoose Mountain – Hanover, NH December 30, 2020 February 24, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Moose Mountain – Hanover, NH New Hampshire’s Dartmouth Sunapee region is home to numerous family-friendly day hikes, and the hike …
Hiking, New EnglandSmith Pond – Enfield, NH August 5, 2020 May 31, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Smith Pond – Enfield, New Hampshire Smith Pond is a nice easy hike in Enfield, New Hampshire, and it was …
Hiking, New EnglandMt. Ascutney via the Windsor Trail June 12, 2020 December 28, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"0Mt. Ascutney – Windsor Trail – Vermont For our first real hike since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, we …
HikingPanther Mountain – Echo Cliff (Adirondacks) December 11, 2019 December 28, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"3Panther Mountain – Echo Cliff The hike to Echo Cliff on the side of Panther Mountain is certainly not one …
HikingGuest Post – The Best Hikes in Slovenia November 3, 2019 December 28, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"2The Best Hikes in Slovenia A guest post by Mike Jensen from The AdvenTourist Slovenia’s landscape is completely dominated by …
Hiking, New EnglandMt. Moosilauke (via the Gorge Brook Trail) October 8, 2019 September 24, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"2Mt. Moosilauke – Gorge Brook Trail The combination of moderate difficulty and amazing views from the summit has made Mt. …
Cities & Villages, EuropeMonteriggioni, Italy September 29, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Monteriggioni, Italy While Monteriggioni is not one of the larger medieval towns in Tuscany, it is certainly one of the …
Cities & Villages, EuropeA Weekend in Sorrento September 15, 2019 December 28, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"0A Weekend in Sorrento, Italy As our week in Tuscany was coming to a close, the three of us who …
Cities & Villages, EuropeOne Week in Tuscany August 11, 2019 December 28, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"0How to Spend One Week in Tuscany One week is not nearly enough time to fully experience a region as …
Beaches, EuropeExpect Long Wait Times at Capri’s Blue Grotto August 9, 2019 April 5, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"0The Blue Grotto – Worth the Wait? In the age of Instagram, overtourism has become a problem in popular tourist …
Beaches, New EnglandRexhame Beach for Dogs July 22, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Dog-Friendly Beach in Marshfield, MA In theory, the beach should be the perfect place to take a dog on a …
National Parks, Western USCanoeing Jackson Lake July 21, 2019 April 3, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"3Canoeing Jackson Lake – Grand Teton National Park Grand Teton National Park boasts some of the most incredible mountain views …
Hiking, New EnglandMoss Glen Falls – Stowe, VT May 29, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Moss Glen Falls At 125-feet, Moss Glen Falls isn’t technically the tallest waterfall in Vermont, but you’d be hard pressed …
Guest Posts, Hiking, Western USThe Best Hikes in Montana May 19, 2019 December 30, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"4The Best Hikes in Montana –A guest post by Mark Bennett from outdoorily.com. Montana is famous for its beautiful mountainous terrain, …
National Parks, Western USSunrise at Bryce Canyon April 14, 2019 April 13, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"0Sunrise in Bryce Canyon National Park These are some photos from a recent sisters trip to Utah. Ironically, we watched …
Cities & VillagesRainbow Row – Charleston, SC March 24, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Charleston’s Rainbow Row There are only a handful of US cities that can compete with Charleston when it comes to …
Beaches, The CaribbeanWhat’s the Story with the Swimming Pigs in the Bahamas? March 4, 2019 March 4, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"0Where did the Swimming Pigs Come From? The swimming pigs are the best thing to happen to Bahamian tourism…maybe ever. …
Hiking, Western USSt. Mary’s Glacier – Winter Hike March 3, 2019 December 31, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"0St. Mary’s Glacier – Colorado The best part about Denver is its proximity to a wide array of outdoor activities, …
Beaches, The CaribbeanStaniel Cay Yacht Club is the Happiest Place on Earth February 24, 2019 April 5, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"4Staniel Cay Yacht Club – The Bahamas Big all-inclusive Caribbean resorts have never really been our thing…Neither have cruises. If …
The Caribbean, Wildlife ViewingSwimming with Sharks at Compass Cay February 19, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0/Users/christopher/Downloads/E8227FE4-D506-4EAC-8590-915DF931843D.jpg
BeachesHow to Get to Pig Beach in the Bahamas February 17, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Pig Beach – The Bahamas “Pig Beach” in the Bahamas has been sitting towards the top of our bucket list …
Cities & Villages, EuropeParis in January February 3, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Visiting Paris in January If you’re a regular reader of this blog (I think there are like 2 or 3 …
Cities & Villages, EuropeÎle Saint-Louis – Paris January 27, 2019 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"2Île Saint-Louis When planning a trip to Paris, it can be difficult to decide where to stay because there are …
Cities & Villages, EuropeThe Mona Lisa is…Small January 23, 2019 April 6, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"12The Mona Lisa I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is the most …
Cities & Villages, EuropeEast Dean, England December 27, 2018 October 8, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1East Dean The village of East Dean was the first stop on our week-long road trip through England. With a …
HikingMt. Cardigan Winter Hike December 26, 2018 September 10, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"3Mt. Cardigan – New Hampshire Mt. Cardigan falls in the same category as Mt. Monadnock, Mt. Kearsarge, and Mt. Sunapee, …
Beaches, The CaribbeanTop Things to do in Martinique December 17, 2018 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1The Top Things to do in Martinique Martinique is a hidden gem in the Caribbean. Primarily a destination for French …
Hiking, New EnglandCole Pond Winter Hike December 13, 2018 February 24, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Cole Pond Winter Hike – New Hampshire We’ve taken our 11-month old dog Baxter on the Cole Pond Trail multiple …
Canada, National Parks, Road TripsThe Icefields Parkway – One of the Most Scenic Drives on Earth December 2, 2018 October 8, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"7The Icefields Parkway The Canadian Rockies boast some of, if not the most stunning mountain views in all of North …
Hiking, New EnglandButternut Pond November 25, 2018 February 24, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Butternut Pond – Grantham, NH Distance: ~2 miles out and back Difficulty: Easy Map: AllTrails Since our puppy Baxter isn’t quite old enough …
Hiking, National Parks, Western USZabriskie Point – Death Valley November 23, 2018 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Zabriskie Point Death Valley is home to a wide variety of unique landscapes, and other than maybe Badwater Basin, Zabriskie Point is …
Canada, National ParksCanoeing the Bow River – A Cheaper Alternative to Moraine Lake October 4, 2018 October 4, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"4Canoeing the Bow River – Banff National Park You’ve probably seen photos of people paddling on the brilliant turquoise water …
National ParksTop 10 National Parks: 20 Years Ago vs. Today October 3, 2018 October 4, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"0How the Top 10 Most Visited National Parks List Has Changed in the last 20 Years *All statistics cited in …
Guest Posts, Hiking, Western USGuest Post: A Hiker’s Guide to Stanley, Idaho October 2, 2018 December 31, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"0Hiking in Stanley, ID – A guest post by Lettie Stratton (All photos are courtesy of the author) The drive …
Canada, National Parks, Wildlife ViewingWhere to See Elk in Banff September 26, 2018 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Elk in Banff While the scenery was otherworldly, we didn’t have great luck in terms of wildlife during our visit …
Canada, National ParksMoraine Lake is Beautiful…and Crowded September 20, 2018 March 24, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"13Be Prepared for Crowds at Banff’s Moraine Lake If you have an Instagram account, you’ve likely come across photos of …
National ParksNational Park Visitors’ Stupidity Has Skyrocketed in 2018. September 18, 2018 October 4, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"3Visitation at US national parks has been surging in recent years with many parks achieving record attendance in 2017. While …
Canada, Fishing, National ParksFly Fishing Talbot Lake September 16, 2018 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Fly Fishing Talbot Lake – Jasper National Park Our two planned activities while we were in Jasper National Park were …
Canada, Hiking, National ParksWilcox Pass September 12, 2018 December 29, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"10Wilcox Pass Trail – Jasper National Park Wilcox Pass is considered by many to be one of the best day …
Canada, Hiking, National ParksConsolation Lakes Trail – Banff September 9, 2018 January 5, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"2Consolation Lakes Trail – Banff National Park The best way to escape the summer crowds in Alberta’s Banff National Park, and …
Canada, National ParksPeyto Lake September 6, 2018 December 3, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"7Peyto Lake – Banff National Park Alberta’s Banff National Park is world renowned for its vibrant blue glacial lakes. While …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingPhoto Gallery: Hanging out in a Treehouse with the Giraffes August 18, 2018 October 4, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"1A bunch of photos from the time we spent an afternoon with the giraffes in the Umlani Treehouse at South …
Biking, Guest PostsGuest Post: A Bikepacker’s Guide to New Zealand’s Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail August 14, 2018 December 31, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"1New Zealand’s Alps-2-Ocean Cycle Trail A guest post by Lettie Stratton (all photos are courtesy of the author) Traveling to …
Cities & Villages, New EnglandPhoto Gallery: Camden, Maine August 12, 2018 March 24, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"0Camden Here are a bunch of sunny photos of Camden on this rainy Sunday… Interested in a Maine road …
Hiking, New EnglandBest Hikes in New England August 9, 2018 December 29, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"1The 10 Best Hikes in New England New England may not be able to compete with the mountains out west, …
National Parks, Western USThe Best Views of Denali August 1, 2018 April 9, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"4Best Views of Denali (Mt. McKinley) Denali, the mountain formerly known as Mt. McKinley, is the tallest in North America, …
Cities & Villages, EuropeBibury – The Cotswolds July 25, 2018 March 24, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"0Bibury For us American tourists who find ourselves drawn by the allure of quaint European villages, there is perhaps no …
Hiking, New EnglandCutler Coast Trail – Maine July 24, 2018 April 21, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"1Cutler Coast Trail Nestled in the eastern corner of Downeast Maine, the Bold Coast is a stretch of coastline that …
New England, Wildlife ViewingWhere to See Puffins in Maine July 18, 2018 April 9, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"20Where to See Puffins in Maine Puffins seem almost too exotic to live in New England, and thus we were …
HikingGuest Post: A Backpacker’s Guide to the Blue Mountains July 18, 2018 July 18, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"0A guest post by Cal Bailey of Mountain Leon Guide to Australia’s Blue Mountains The Blue Mountains of Australia are …
Hiking, Western USGuest Post: Best Day Hikes Near Boise July 9, 2018 December 31, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"2Best Day Hikes Near Boise Guest Post by Lettie Stratton There’s a reason Boise is the fastest growing city in …
Hiking, New EnglandCole Pond – New Hampshire July 8, 2018 September 18, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Cole Pond Trail – Enfield, NH Up until a few weeks ago, Lake Solitude had been our go-to short hike …
National Parks, Western USOne Day in Death Valley National Park July 6, 2018 November 25, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"0How to Spend One Day in Death Valley In the spirit of the heat wave that has been sweeping the …
Cities & Villages, EuropeFurnas – The Azores June 14, 2018 March 24, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"2Furnas Sao Miguel Island, the largest and most populated island in the Azores, is a hotbed of volcanic activity. Without …
HikingBest Day Hike in Every State May 28, 2018 December 30, 2020 itemprop="discussionURL"7The Best Day Hike in Every State We should preface this by saying that this should really be called “one …
Europe, FishingFishing Trip in the Azores March 27, 2018 October 4, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"0Half-Day Fishing Trip on Sao Miguel Island February isn’t the ideal time of year for fishing in the Azores, but …
Canada, Cities & VillagesWinter Weekend in Quebec City March 18, 2018 December 27, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"2Winter in Quebec City As if winters in New England weren’t cold enough, we decided to head north to America’s …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingPhoto Gallery – Leopard with Kill March 6, 2018 March 6, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"0Spotting an elusive leopard with a kill was one of the highlights of our game drives in Timbavati Game Reserve and …
Europe, HikingBoca do Inferno Viewpoint – The Azores March 4, 2018 April 8, 2023 itemprop="discussionURL"2Miradouro da Boca do Inferno The Miradouro da Boca do Inferno is one of, if not the most, famous views …
Europe, HikingSalto do Prego Hike February 26, 2018 October 4, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"5Salto do Prego – Sao Miguel Island – The Azores Distance: 2.8 miles out and back (4.5 km) Difficulty: Easy Time: 2 hours …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingThe Safari Sundowner February 13, 2018 February 13, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"2Sundowner – South Africa Throughout the early evening, as we traversed the mountainous landscape of South Africa’s Eastern Cape in …
Hiking, New EnglandMt. Willey – Winter Hike January 25, 2018 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Mt. Willey – New Hampshire – Winter Hike If you’re looking for an easy winter 4,000-footer, then Mt. Willey (via …
Guest Posts, HikingHiking the Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park – Pennsylvania January 23, 2018 July 31, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"2Ricketts Glen – Falls Trail A guest post by Marc Andre of Loaded Landscapes Map of the Falls Trail System …
Africa, Guest Posts, Wildlife ViewingLife of a field guide in the South African Bush January 15, 2018 February 6, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"3A guest post by Oliver Lane (all photos were taken by the author) From a young age, growing up …
Hiking, New EnglandSome of the Best Winter Hikes in New Hampshire January 9, 2018 September 17, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"5The Best Winter Hikes in NH New Hampshire has some of the best hikes in New England any time of …
Hiking, Western USBoundary Peak – Nevada January 8, 2018 March 26, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"6Boundary Peak Highest Point in Nevada We hiked Boundary Peak this past summer, and to say it was a difficult …
Hiking, New EnglandMt. Kearsarge – Barlow Trail January 7, 2018 September 10, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"1Mt. Kearsarge (NH) via The Barlow Trail Elevation: 2,936′ Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet Distance: 3.6 miles out and back (2.9 miles if …
HikingThe Best of 2017 December 29, 2017 January 9, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"1This is the obligatory year-end summary…not a bad year in hindsight. Mt. Tom England Franconia Ridge Minnesota Yellowstone Grand Tetons …
Cities & Villages, Latin AmericaPatriots in Mexico City December 27, 2017 March 24, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"2The Game Watching the New England Patriots use the rest of the NFL as their personal punching bag has been …
Cities & Villages, EuropeVisiting the town where The Holiday was filmed December 21, 2017 March 28, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"3Shere: The Town Where The Holiday Was Filmed Tis the season for binge watching all of the classic Christmas movies… as …
Hiking3 Amazing Volcano Hikes December 8, 2017 December 8, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"0AN EXCEPTIONAL HIKE should have some distinctive attribute that makes it memorable. A five-mile stroll through a green tunnel can …
Cities & Villages, Latin AmericaDiego Rivera Murals – Palacio Nacional December 5, 2017 March 26, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"3Diego Rivera Murals – Palacio Nacional Mexico City’s Palacio Nacional (National Palace) is located on the eastern side of the …
National Parks, Western USWinter in Rocky Mountain National Park December 4, 2017 December 8, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"5Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park in Winter We’re huge fans of offseason travel and Rocky Mountain National Park is the …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingTermites Taste Like Oregano December 3, 2017 December 3, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"2You can’t travel to a foreign land without tasting the local cuisine… When our safari guide at Kariega Game Reserve …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingWhy you should go on safari in South Africa’s Eastern Cape December 2, 2017 January 9, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"1MILLIONS OF VISITORS flock to South Africa every year to experience the country’s amazing wine and wildlife. Unfortunately, for the …
Beaches, The CaribbeanAnse L’Etang November 26, 2017 March 21, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"8L’Etang Beach – Martinique L’Anse L’Etang (“Anse” translates to cove) was our favorite beach on the French island of Martinique. …
Beaches, The CaribbeanJosephine’s Bath November 16, 2017 March 21, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"2Josephine’s Bath – Martinique Josephine’s Bath is a hidden gem within a hidden gem. At least among Americans, the French …
Hiking, New England, Wildlife ViewingVideo: Feeding the Jays on Mt. Tom November 15, 2017 November 15, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"4This is probably the best, albeit very short, clip from when we fed gray jays on top of Mt. Tom …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingCape of Good Hope – Wildlife November 13, 2017 November 14, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"0The Cape of Good Hope is located about an hour and a half from the center of Cape Town on …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingSouth Africa’s Big 5 November 8, 2017 October 2, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"4Big 5 – South Africa Anyone planning an African safari has undoubtedly heard of the “Big 5”. It’s practically a …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingVideo: Close Encounter with Some Laughing Hyenas November 6, 2017 November 6, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"0This video is from our first game drive in Timbavati Private Game Reserve. We came across a hyena den around …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingVideo: Our Amazing Suite at Settlers Drift October 24, 2017 October 24, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"0An inside look at our suite at Settlers Drift in Kariega Game Reserve (South Africa). Check out photos from our game …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingWe Got Robbed by Hyenas October 23, 2017 October 23, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"2When visiting a foreign country, it’s wise to take some extra precautions to make sure you stay safe in unfamiliar …
Hiking, New EnglandMt. Garfield Hike – New Hampshire October 17, 2017 September 24, 2021 itemprop="discussionURL"0Mt. Garfield – New Hampshire (Fall) There are few better destinations in the US for fall foliage viewing than New …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingGame Drives: Timbavati October 9, 2017 January 5, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"4Timbavati Private Nature Reserve For our safari experience in South Africa’s Greater Kruger area, we chose Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingVideo: An Ostrich Outran our Rental Car October 7, 2017 October 7, 2017 itemprop="discussionURL"1As we were leaving Kariega Game Reserve, we discovered that we weren’t the only ones on the road that morning. …
Guest Posts, HikingGlen Onoko Falls Trail October 5, 2017 March 26, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"3Glen Onoko Falls Trail – Pennsylvania Guest Post by Marc Andre of Loaded Landscapes Glen Onoko Falls Trail Summary Distance: 3.7 mile …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingUmlani Bushcamp October 4, 2017 January 5, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"8Umlani Bushcamp – Timbavati Game Reserve The Greater Kruger National Park area is massive, spanning over 50 million acres of …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingAn Afternoon with the Giraffes in the Umlani Treehouse October 2, 2017 June 5, 2018 itemprop="discussionURL"8The final segment of our trip to South Africa included two nights and four game drives in the Timbavati Game …
Africa, BeachesThe Nicest Airbnb We’ve Ever Stayed In September 27, 2017 January 14, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"3It’s official. We found the best Airbnb on earth. Located in the upscale Cape Town neighborhood of Clifton, this spacious …
Africa, Wildlife ViewingGame Drives – Kariega Game Reserve September 21, 2017 December 8, 2019 itemprop="discussionURL"4Game Drives in Kariega Game Reserve (South Africa) The highlight of Kariega Game Reserve, as you might imagine, is the …
