I want to travel far in my lifetime. I want to accomplish things, I want to grow, I want to never stop learning. I want to become the best version of myself possible, but lately, something is holding me back.…
A Leavenworth Staycation at Run of the River Inn & Refuge
Adventure. You may think that in your hometown, adventure doesn’t exist. Adventure is found on remote beaches in faraway countries, on suspension bridges slung high above cloud forests, on frosted mountain peaks–but where you’re from? Adventure? Impossible. Impossible. But I’m…
The Travel and Photography Gear I Never Leave Home Without
While I still hardly consider myself an expert on the topic of packing despite nearly four years of continuous travel, I have, through trial and error, learned a few things along the way about how to pack more effectively. In…
8 Travel Quotes That Ignite My Passion To See the World
As cheesy as it may sound, I draw a lot of inspiration on the daily from the encouraging words of others, and this is particularly true when it comes to quotes about travel. Though I find plenty of travel quotes…
One Night in Fort Lauderdale, and the Travel App You’re Going to Need Someday
You know how I’m not a big fan of planning things? Well, every so often this little quirk of mine comes back to bite me in the ass. My recent trip from Medellín to my home state of Washington was…
15 Extraordinary South American Adventures to Have in Your Lifetime
It should come as no surprise that a continent as vast as South America contains a near infinite number of opportunities for adventure. Having limitless possibilities can prove overwhelming, though, especially during the trip planning process. I thought I’d make…
Kicking Ass, Taking Names: ATV Riding in the Hills of Guarne with Medellin Adventure Trails
“Bring an extra set of clothes,” he said, “so we can enjoy the mud.” I couldn’t help but grin, my heart racing in anticipation. We agreed on a 1pm pickup time Sunday afternoon–that would surely give us enough time to…
Month in Review: March 2015
Greetings from Washington, friends, and happy spring! Despite the cheerful weather here in the central Cascades, the month of March has left me feeling tired. As such, I feel more than a little entitled to use a tired old cliché–this month…
Practical Safety Tips for Women Traveling in Medellin, Colombia
“It is just as safe for a woman to backpack around the world as any man!” – Some Travel Blog Written By A Man Not to sound like a cynic or anything, but I just don’t believe this idea to…
Guatapé, Colombia: Where Everything, And Nothing, Is Possible
“So, what did you do in Guatapé?” our friends inquired. It shouldn’t have been a hard question to answer. We surely had something to show for a four-day trip. “Uhhh…not much.” The looks of skepticism shot back at us were…
