The Gertrude Saddle track in Fiordland National Park on New Zealand’s South Island was a highlight of my time driving around New Zealand. It was a unique experience in the Milford Sound area that deviates from the typical boat cruise. Prior to attempting the hike, I scanned the DOC info and kept reading how advanced […]
The Best Audiobooks for Road Trips
Roads trips can be one of the best ways to travel – the freedom, the sights, the opportunity to pull off and stop whenever you want – it’s such a great way to get to know a place. Of course, it comes along with long stretches of time spent in the car, which can be […]
A Comparison of Roy’s Peak vs. Isthmus Peak in Wanaka
There are plenty of incredible hikes in Wanaka but two stand out as particularly beautiful with breathtaking views: Roy’s Peak and Isthmus Peak. Both are a relentless uphill climb without shade or more than a fleeting flat part. You might be asking yourself as you trudge ever upward, “Why do I even like things like […]
Tips from the Banker: The Real Cost of Travel in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a truly gorgeous country near India with friendly people, sprawling jungles, tons of interesting wildlife, and endless beaches. I spent just shy of three weeks there and found it to be a perfectly feasible budget destination, with cheap transportation options, reasonable food costs, and decent room rates. Like most countries, Sri Lanka […]
The Only Packing List You’ll Ever Need (for the Entire World)
When planning out a trip somewhere, I think we can all agree it goes step one: pick a place. Step two, figure out what the heck you need to bring. I’ve got a lot of experience with packing. In fact, I kind of feel like I’m always packing or unpacking. I’ve tried periods of living […]