2020 came in like a wrecking ball, the year that no one anticipated. This year has felt like a blur- somehow dragging on forever and also whirring by incredibly fast. I have changed a LOT this year, in a variety of ways, and while parts of 2020 have been extraordinarily painful and sad, I don’t want to forget my experiences any time soon. Here’s my 2020 recap.
The trail to Delta Lake in Grand Teton National Park is widely considered the park’s best hike, leading to dreamy, milky blue alpine waters. While the unmaintained path requires scrambling over boulders and fallen trees, this guide provides everything you need to navigate the route and reach the top safely.
In 2020, I think we all need a reason, more than ever, to rally around some central positive idea. So, while Thanksgiving may have problematic historical origins, I’m all about focusing on gratitude, on spending times with friends and family (albeit mostly virtually this year), and on consuming just mass amounts of carbs. In the spirit of the day, here’s five things I’m grateful for in 2020…
Heading into the wilderness is an exciting way to reconnect with nature, but choosing the right equipment from a sea of options can be incredibly overwhelming. Based on our own backcountry experiences, we’ve curated a reliable backpacking gear list for beginners featuring durable, mid-range essentials that are actually worth the investment.
Road trips offer the ultimate freedom to pack whatever you want, but filling your car with clutter can quickly become overwhelming. To help you stay organized and comfortable on the trail, I’ve put together the essential hiking road trip packing list for your next big adventure.
With 485 square miles of world-class hiking and rugged landscapes, it can be tough to decide how to prioritize your time with only 48 hours to explore. This two day Grand Teton National Park itinerary highlights the absolute best hikes, photography spots, and swimming holes to ensure you don’t miss a thing.
Mount Rainier National Park is arguably one of the best places in the country to experience the technicolor transition of autumn against a backdrop of breathtaking views of the Cascade Mountains. After checking off our own autumnal bucket list, I’ve put together this guide to the best fall hikes in Mount Rainier National Park for an epic day of exploring.
Located just a few hours from Seattle, Olympic National Park offers a stunningly diverse landscape of temperate rainforests, rugged beaches, and soaring mountains. To help you maximize a long weekend in this massive 1,442-square-mile park, we’ve crafted the perfect 3 day Olympic National Park itinerary.
If you want to experience spectacular limestone karsts and turquoise waters without the crowds of Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay is the perfect under-the-radar alternative. This hidden gem offers 400 stunning islands and cleaner waters, providing a more peaceful and reasonably priced way to explore Vietnam’s Gulf of Tonkin.
Hanoi is a vibrant capital bursting with rich culture and world-class street food, but it can be a lot to navigate in a short window. If you want to see the city’s best highlights in just 96 hours, this 4 day Hanoi itinerary covers everything you need to make the most of your time.
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