The waves that day had been fierce, the current strong, and the searches had mostly been busts all morning. The wild humpbacks we sought are the gentlest giants I’ve ever met – aware of their bodies and dancing through the water so effortlessly, in ways few animals can. Captain Onoi’s coffee brown eyes widened as […]
50 Things to Do in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe, which sits on the California-Nevada state line, is one of the most popular destinations in the western United States, and with good reason. The massive lake is stunningly beautiful and crystal-clear, the surrounding mountains are a winter sports heaven, and the alpine forests between the two make for a hiker’s paradise. In my […]
The Ultimate Blue Ridge Parkway Camping Guide
As the leaves change from the vibrant greens of summer to warm tones of fall, the Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the prettiest ways you can experience the season. This 469 mile-long parkway runs through North Carolina and Virginia’s Appalachian region, connecting spots like Asheville and Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park. If you want to […]
The Ultimate Utah National Parks Road Trip
Utah is home to some incredible sights, the most notable being its five national parks. “The Big Five” consist of Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, and Zion National Parks, which are nicknamed for good reason. Millions of visitors come each year to see the parks’ unique natural environments and iconic Southwestern scenery. And what […]
The Ultimate Camping Alone Guide for Solo Female Campers
Can you safely camp alone? Why would you want to? Isn’t it boring, scary, or difficult to do? These are all questions that went through my mind before I tried and came to love my solo camping and hiking experiences. Just like solo traveling the world, there are numerous benefits to solo camping, not least […]