If it’s not on your bucket list already, Sedona, Arizona most definitely should be! With incredible weather, beautiful scenery and red rocks, and tons of opportunities for hiking, Sedona is a must-visit. If you’re planning a trip to Sedona, I definitely recommend hitting a few of the local hiking trails. So, I’m sharing 8 incredible…
Ultimate Guide to Hiking the Trail of Ten Falls in Silver Falls State Park, Oregon
Some of my favorite hikes in the Pacific Northwest aren’t to the highest mountaintops, but instead with gorgeous waterfall views. The Trail of Ten Falls is one of the very best hikes if you love waterfall hikes! Beautiful Silver Falls State Park is home to this hiking trail in Oregon full of iconic waterfalls, including…
Ultimate Guide to Winter Hiking and Camping
Winter hiking and camping can be absolutely magical… but it can also be downright miserable. It all comes down to being prepared, ensuring you have adequate gear, and researching the conditions. I’ve spent some very cold nights out winter camping and over the years have dialed in my gear and tricks to staying warm. This…
Snowshoe to Artist Point: Washington’s BEST Winter Adventure!
There are so many amazing things to do in Washington state during winter, but the absolute best (in my opinion) is to snowshoe to Artist Point! Located in the Mount Baker area of the North Cascades, Artist Point is a relatively accessible adventure for the winter months. In this blog post I am sharing all…
7 Magical Winter Outdoor Adventures For The Holidays
I love December in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s such a magical time of the year with all the snow, cozy vibes, yummy food, nostalgic traditions, and of course the winter outdoor adventures! I often hear people say that they only really get outdoors in summer and they typically hibernate during winter. It doesn’t need to be…
Arctic Expedition on the Seabourn Venture – Greenland and Canada
My husband and I were invited to sail on Seabourn’s new ultra-luxury expedition ship – the Seabourn Venture. Seabourn has been a world leader in the cruise industry for years, and the Seabourn Venture is their first ever purpose-built expedition vessel. It was designed to travel to remote destinations such as Antarctica, the British Isles and…
6 Absolute BEST Hikes in North Cascades National Park
Washington has thousands of miles of incredible hiking trails, and many of my favorites are right here in North Cascades National Park. With old-growth forests, waterfalls, wildflower meadows, and endless glaciers, the North Cascades has a wild variety of scenery to take in. It can be hard to pick a hike when there are so…
9 Luxury Backpacking Items That Are Worth The Extra Weight
We’ve all read gear lists on the essential items for backpacking… but have you considered what luxury backpacking items you want to add to your kit? Although they are not “must haves”, these items add a little more comfort to your backcountry camping adventure. Keep reading to find out the top 9 luxury items to…
The ULTIMATE New England Fall Road Trip Itinerary
The Northeast USA is arguably one of the most beautiful places in the entire world during fall. For that reason you NEED to add a New England fall road trip to your bucket list! Prior to this trip, exploring the northeast had been on my travel radar for the longest time. I am stoked to…
17 Breathtaking Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
If you love hiking, a trip to Mount Rainier National Park should be high on your bucket list. The national park covers a wide variety of landscapes and hiking trails, so I always recommend spending a few days exploring if you can. With hundreds of miles of hiking trails to choose from, here are my…