Posts tagged outdoor travel
Sigiriya Rock or Pidurangala Rock: The Ultimate 2024 Guide to Sri Lanka’s Famous Viewpoints

Wondering whether to visit Sigiriya or Pidurangala while in Sri Lanka? In this post, I detail share everything you need to know about both famous viewpoint hikes.

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Custer State Park’s Annual Buffalo Roundup: Helpful Local Tips

Every year, Custer State Park in South Dakota puts on their annual Buffalo Roundup to maintain a healthy, thriving herd. Here’s everything you need to know about planning a trip to the Buffalo Roundup, including what to expect, where to stay, and what you can’t miss while you’re there.

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How to Plan a Jungle Safari in Chitwan, Nepal

Looking to spend time in Chitwan, Nepal, filled with safaris and animal sightings? This guide details how to spend 3 epic days in Chitwan, what to expect on safari, and how to pack so that you’re fully prepared for all the adventure.

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How to Climb Ben Nevis in Scotland: Everything You Need to Hike the U.K.'s Highest Peak

Looking to hike Ben Nevis during your visit to Scotland? This essential guide includes what you need to pack, how you need to prepare, and everything you need to know before making the trek up Great Britain’s highest peak.

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the most useful apps + best resources for van life in the U.S.A

This post gets down into the nitty-gritty of campervan travel in the U.S., from packing lists to podcast recommendations. Whether you’re a newbie in a van or just a rookie road tripper, this post should clear up confusing questions you might have.

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Highland Explorer Tours review: 3-day tour from Edinburgh

Deciding whether or not to embark on Highland Explorer Tours’ unforgettable 3-day adventure through the Scottish Highlands? In this post, I share my honest review of the Highland Explorer Tour in the Highlands and detail everything that you can expect along the way.

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Calowahcan Cabin: the perfect place to stay in Montana's Mission Mountains

I have hoped one day I’d be able to stay the night at Calowahcan Cabin since the moment I came across it while scrolling aimlessly through my phone last year. Located somewhere between Missoula and Flathead Lake, but nowhere on any particular “path”, Calowahcan Cabin is at the foot of the Mission Mountains. I mean…it’s right at the foot.

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how to plan a wintertime trip to the Bitterroot Valley, Montana

The Bitterroot Valley is a great Montana destination all year-round, thanks to milder temperatures. Even a wintertime visit allows for all the outdoor recreation, beer tasting, and historical adventures a traveler could hope for— and yet, it flies under most tourists’ radars. The Bitterroot Valley is filled to its brim with fly-fishing, bird watching, and mountain hiking. To top it all off, it is home to a wealth of Montana history and Indigenous culture.

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Epic Things to See + Do During the Winter in Kalispell, Montana

Explore the most epic things to see and do in Kalispell, Montana, during the wintertime. Whether you're an adventure seeker or just looking to cosy up by the fire, there's plenty to do in this snowy wonderland.

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how to hike Scafell Pike, England's highest peak

Nestled in England’s Lake District is the country’s highest peak, Scafell Pike. Most avid hiker in the U.K will have Scafell Pike on their bucket list, but knowing how to prepare yourself doesn’t have to be a daunting task. I’ve compiled all the information from my recent hiking trip to make this complete guide for those wanting to hike the peak!

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the perfect 4-day itinerary for campervan travel in the Lake District

Wow, oh wow, were we blown away by the Lake District! We spent four blissful days over my birthday hiking, getting soggy in the mist, and eating simple meals cooked over a campervan hob. Usually, I’d try to visit multiple times to perfect an itinerary, but honestly I feel like we really nailed our Lake District journey on this first go. So I’m sharing with you the very specific details of our trip and our four-day itinerary.

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incredible scenic flights with Glenorchy Air: Queentown's best views

A flight with Glenorchy Air is money and time well-spent. Nothing, my friends, will make you feel admiration for our Mother Earth as deeply as gazing out of wide windows in a small plane, cruising through the mountains in and out of clouds in Aotearoa will. Do yourself a favour, please, and book a flight.

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how to kayak for beginners: a complete guide with what you need to know

Activities like hiking, foraging, and kayaking are easy to do while maintaining physical distancing restrictions. They’re also some of my favourite past times and they’re easy to get stuck into. Here's everything first-timers need to know about kayaking.

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how to plan a weekend getaway in White Sulphur Springs, Montana

White Sulphur Springs has all the appeal of a small, Montana town. White Sulphur is suited for travellers looking to take advantage of the natural surroundings it has to offer and the slower pace. If you are looking for a long list of things to do or events to attend, you are barking up the wrong tree. If you are, instead, looking to find some peace and quiet enveloped in the goodness of Mother Nature, you have hit the mark.

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hiking for beginners: awesome tips + how to get started

I love hiking. As a teenager in South Dakota’s Black Hills, it was almost imperative that I enjoyed hitting the trails. Everywhere I’ve lived in my adult life has been in close proximity to nature, and hiking has always been one of my favourite ways to get amongst it. What about those who are new to hiking and aren’t sure how to start? For those people, I’ve created this guide filled with tips.

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hiking Mount Ruapehu, New Zealand: everything you need to know

In early March, well before New Zealand went into its nationwide lockdown, my group of rag-tag friends set out to hike the highest point on the North Island of New Zealand— Mount Ruapehu. We spent the weekend in a massive bach, complete with a trampoline, kayaks, and an outdoor shower. We made family dinners, went for afternoon swims, and hiked the up to Ruapehu’s Crater Lake.

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how to get to Lake Bled + 8 awesome things to do there

Lake Bled is quickly garnering attention from travelers thanks to its pristine lake water and dense forest greenery. Topped off with a castle on a hill and famous cream cake, and you have the making’s of what quickly became one of my favourite destinations I’ve visited in Europe ever— which says a lot coming from a girl who literally grew up traveling the continent.

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