A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the natural wonders of our Earth. Located off the coast of Northern Queensland in the Coral Sea, this reef is home to the most diverse coral ecosystem on the planet. Moreover, it is famed for the wealth of marine life that inhabits this colorful ocean wonderland, making it a Mecca for scuba divers and attracting approximately 1.6 million visitors each year.
Sitting at over 14,000 feet tall, and seen from the skyline of Seattle,Washingtonis the phenomenal Mount Rainier. This active volcano is the main attraction at the national park, which has over 250 miles of trails to explore.
The top of our list when traveling to India was to visit Punjab and witness the Golden Temple of Amritsar.The Golden Temple of Amritsar, or Darbar Sahib or Harmandar Sahib, isSikhism’s Holiest Site.
A lonely dusting of islands on the west coast of Canada, the Broken Group Islands are a kayaker’s dream destination. The group, which includes more than 100 uninhabited islands, is a secluded marine wilderness that offers adventure for paddlers of all ages and skill levels.
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to be an Olympian for a day? When you bobsled in Whistler at the Sliding Centre, you’ll get to fulfill that dream. Imagine the thrill of speeding down the track just like the Olympic athletes of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics.
As we picked up our gear at Whistler Blackcomb for our week of snowboarding, everyone in the shop asked us if we would be doing Fresh Tracks. After figuring out exactly what Fresh Tracks was, we made up our mind to give them a try at least once during the next 5 days of boarding. (we ended up doing fresh tracks in Whistler twice) We bought our ticket in advance and two days later we were lining up for our first run on fresh tracks.
My lungs are burning as I gasp for breath in the thin mountain air of Mount Kinabalu in Malaysian Borneo. I have been climbing for two hours in the darkness and I ask myself repeatedly, why am I doing this?
I have to clarify a giant misconception about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It is not easy! Prior to our climb, we often heard, “Anyone can do it,” or, “Oh, it’s an easy climb.” This is simply untrue!
As I go through my disjointed notes from our winter trekking expedition to the Missinaibi Headwaters of Northern Ontario, Canada, I had to laugh at some of my sentences.“What did I get myself into?” “Why would anyone want to do this?” “Who in their right mind says -26 is a good day?”
Nepal is a beautiful country. When hiking through the Himalayas, we were mesmerized by the astounding beauty around us. Every corner we turned was one breathtaking view after another.
1. Overview- This is a complete guide to our Everest Base Camp trek packing list, updated with must-have items.
We learned a lot from our trek to Everest base camp and want to share these essential tips to help make your planning easier and your trek more enjoyable.
Wondering what it is like to hike to Trolltunga? Chee ofTakeOutdoors.comshares a first-hand account of trekking to Norway’s most famous landmark.
I had been planning my escape from my jobs for six months prior to making the big move. I formulated a rough idea of what my life would look like once I quit my job to follow my dreams. I booked a trip to Ireland, a trek to Mount Everest Base Camp, and a backpacking trip around Europe (this time solo). I dream of traveling to Egypt, and I plan to get TEFL certified this year to live abroad far outside my comfort zone.
There seems to be a lot of Canadian stereotypes out there. Even the most seasoned of travelers don’t seem to know a lot about Canada. Lately while traveling, people have been asking us a lot of questions about Canada.
A hoodoo is a tall, thin rock spire made of sandstone with a hard and dense rock sitting atop it, resembling a hat. As described by park signage, they are “Eroded pillars of soft sandstone rock topped with a resilient cap.”
1. Discover breathtaking hikes in Glacier National Park.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Louise as you skate on its pristine ice rink, surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains.
One thing that we absolutely loved when we arrived at Kathmandu, Nepal was the variety of food.
California is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, boasting breathtaking natural wonders from the hottest places to the tallest trees. The state is renowned for its numerous camping destinations, ranging from majestic state parks to picturesque coastal campgrounds. Explore the best places for camping in California.