There is nothing quite like stepping off a plane and arriving at one of your favorite places in the world. For me, that place is Oahu, Hawaii, an island paradise. The first time I visited …
Costa Rica: Where “Pura Vida” Flows
I first stepped foot in Costa Rica in Peñas Blancas after crossing the border from Nicaragua. At the time, I didn’t realize I would spend the next six weeks exploring waterfalls, spotting sloths and hiking …
Solo Traveling in Nicaragua
Nicaragua is a budget traveler’s dream destination. Whether you want to climb a volcano, visit colonial cities or surf world-class waves, you can move around this country with ease, regardless if you know Spanish. If …
Yosemite National Park
There is no place like it. With 1,200 square miles of iconic landscapes, waterfalls, valleys, meadows and giant sequoias, one visit to Yosemite National Park isn’t enough. I’ve always wanted to visit this magical place, …
How to Experience New Zealand by Bike
Photo by Kristen Koss. This guest post was written by Allison Hail. With its well-established cycling trails, incomparable scenery, and rugged natural topography, New Zealand is a biker’s delight. Here are some tips on how …
Joshua Tree National Park
You can travel all over the world, but there is no denying some of the best gems are right here in California. What started out as a three-month travel adventure in Central America turned into …