Once upon a time I went ziplining in Monteverde, Costa Rica and well…kind of got stuck:
**Turn up the sound**
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Anyway, this was entirely my fault. I was holding my hands out horizontally to get better Go Pro footage, which made me come to a complete stop. Ā So if you want some extra air time at Selvatura, make sure you do the same š
Stay tuned for my full Costa Rica video!
From plunging into natural hot springs in the middle of the jungle to sipping a cocktail on the beach as the surfers stroll by, this 10 day Costa Rica itinerary really does have it all. Zip line through the clouds, rappel down a waterfall, or hike around the base of an active volcano. I … Read more
We had time for one day of diving during our time in Key Largo, and after seeing a picture of the Christ of the Abyss, our decision was made. The statue is one of the most famous diving sites in the world. Ā Prior to this dive, I hadn’t dived since my trip to the … Read more
Chances are, you’ve seen a million pictures of Antelope Canyon while scrolling through your Instagram feed. It’s one of the most photographed places in the United States, but also a place that people don’t know a lot about. So, if you’re trying to figure out how to visit Antelope Canyon yourself, here’s the deets: … Read more
As I mentioned in my post on American travel to Cuba, my friend and I ran out of moneyĀ during our trip. Find out why in the video below! [youtube_sc url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xw6S16S0zq8″] If you want to know how to travel toĀ Cuba as an American, read our postĀ here.Ā Ā It also has a lot of other … Read more
Since last year I published my New Years post a week late, I figured I’d make a tradition out of it.Ā So here it is, my year in review: [youtube_sc url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEHw0cIQFsE&feature=youtu.be”] Accomplishments in 2016 Finally tried a real polish pierogi Finally moved to California Hiked Angels Landing at Zion Saw Bryce Canyon and … Read more
[youtube_sc url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33a43bbH5yY”] If you’re interested in booking a trip to Norway, you can view our 1 week itinerary for Norway here.Ā Ā You can also read more about our hiking experiences in Norway: Hiking Trolltunga Hiking Kjerag
While visiting Manchester, I realized that I was only a few hours from Wales, and from one of the most sought after waterfalls: Pistyll Rhaeadr. The only thing standing between me and this 240ft waterfall was my fear of driving on the other side of the road. So, I did what any American would … Read more
There is one stop that has made it to the top of everyone’s bucket list recently, and that stop is Iceland. You can’t hop on one form of social media or one travel blog without reading about Iceland’s natural beauty, massive waterfalls,Ā or famouslyĀ lit up night skies. There’s a reason why the tourism has doubled … Read more
Attitude is the difference betweenĀ an ordeal and an adventure. -Bob Bitchin As I mentioned before, everything didn’tĀ go as planned during my one week trip to Norway.Ā Ā However,Ā this is how travel is: not always predictable, a little messy, but always, always worth it. People that picture travel as an endless vacation filled with pure relaxation, rainbows and … Read more
If you Google “Travel to Iceland Alone”, you will find a plethora of posts on why Iceland is the best place to travel solo fromĀ some of my favorite travel blogsĀ like Blonde Abroad, Adventurous Kate, and even the Huffington Post. Now, don’t get me wrong.. I did travelĀ to Iceland aloneĀ and I had a great time … Read more
As steep and rocky as it may seem, hiking to Kjerag isn’t that scary. What is scary? Getting to the end of it and stepping onto Kjeragbolten, a small boulder wedged between two high rock faces with a 3,228 foot drop that would blow your body into smithereens. And yes, that part of hiking … Read more
My obsession with hiking Trolltunga began a few years ago, when I came across a picture on Pinterest and thought it was possibly the most beautiful spot Iād ever seen. A few months later, I would meet a Norwegian girl in Key West and inform her that I wanted to go to Norway to see … Read more
A few weeks ago, I posted my 2 week itinerary for my road trip across America and promised that there would be a video to match. Well, it took a while, but here it is! The beginning is a little slow (got a little sick in Nashville), but maybe just forward to 6:02 … Read more
Logan Has One of the Most Scenic Roads in Utah Weāre always told that we should focus on the journey, not the destination. If this is the case, the firstĀ step in choosing a road trip should always be choosing one beautiful highway. US-89, also known asĀ the Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway, is 43 miles of … Read more
Unfortunately, IĀ only had one day and night to spend in Arches National Park on my road trip across America. This didn’t give me enough time to do everything I wanted, but it DID give meĀ enough time to hike two great trails (in the snow) and return with someĀ amazing photos from Arches National Park. My … Read more
A 2 week road trip across America is full of all kinds of adventures. Picture seeing beads fall from the sky in New Orleans, watching the sunrise over the rock faces of Monument Valley or experiencing the most notorious hike in Utah. You’ll be eating BBQ in Nashville and stopping in wineries you’ve never heard … Read more
Strap on your hiking boots and your sense of adventureĀ and head to Heber Valley this Summer. Known as a beautiful mountain town with plenty of outdoor activities and outstanding scenery to offer, Heber Valley is often referred to as Utahās Little Switzerland (andĀ no need for a passport of course). With the snow melting and … Read more
Most of my favorite hikes involve doing something a little crazy, so I knew I had to add hiking Angels Landing to my list.Ā For only hiking 6 miles, Angels Landing packs a punch when it comes to views AND exposure. Most people have heard about Angels Landing by now, the hike is one of … Read more
From beautiful beaches to sky high mountains, Maui has a lot to offer. If you are only blessed with 3 days in Maui, you may be wondering where to start. Here is my complete 3 day itinerary for Maui (tried and tested): Day 1: BEACHES Start off by checking into your hotel and renting … Read more