The Best hikes in Banff for every skill level You don’t have to be an avid outdoors(wo)man to appreciate all that the Canadian Rockies have to offer. Banff National Park specifically makes up some of the most iconic trails in Canada and even all of North America. Banff and the surrounding areas have trails for…
A Complete Guide to Banff National Park, Canada
You’ve probably seen the pictures floating around social media – turquoise blue lakes up against massive snow-capped mountains, maybe a canoe, maybe a flannel and a wide brim hat? Where else would this be other than Banff National Park, Canada and most likely the iconic Lake Louise. It’s not hard to see why people flock to…
Backpacking in Denali National Park: 13 Must-Know Tips for First-Timers
Want to experience the ultimate wilderness adventure? Well, look no further than a backpacking trip in Denali National Park, Alaska. About the size of Vermont with no marked trails and a very limited number of backcountry camping allowed, Denali will test even the most seasoned outdoors(wo)man. If well prepared, though, backpacking in Denali National park’s…
The Ultimate Itinerary for 3 Packed Days in Santiago, Chile
What to do in Santiago Santiago, the largest city and capital of Chile, is the perfect stop if you love a mix of big city and mountains. Spending a few days in Santiago before flying home from Patagonia was an excellent decision on my part, if I do say so myself! The city provided lots…
Fitz Roy: The Ultimate Guide to the Most Beautiful Mountain in Argentina
The Road to Mount Fitz Roy Sunrise view of Fitz Roy. Recommended song while driving into El Chalten: Step Out by José González El Chaltén’s claim to fame – the majestic Mount Fitz Roy, known as Cerro Chaltén in the native Tehuelche dialect, meaning “smoking mountain”. This beauty attracts mountain lovers from around the world…
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip to Patagonia
Ahh Patagonia – beautiful, rugged, remote, intense – so many ways to describe the vast wilderness that covers over 400,000 square miles and two different countries. Planning a trip to Patagonia, deciding where to go and how to get there, especially on a budget, can be quite overwhelming – I know from experience! The long…
