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Heading out on a camping trip but don’t want to hassle with cooking over a campfire? No problem! There are lots of tasty and filling no-cook camping foods you can bring along. In this post, I’ll share 10 of my…

My first “hike” was a trail I picked because of a photo on Instagram — a turquoise alpine lake, golden light, not a single cloud in the shot. I showed up in running shoes with one bottle of water and…

The festive season is a magical time in Central America. Twinkling lights adorn colonial plazas, fireworks light up the night skies, and locals celebrate with delicious foods, parties, and unique traditions. Celebrate the Holidays in Central America If you’re looking…

Traveling with great companions can elevate any trip from enjoyable to unforgettable. But finding people who match your style, interests, budget and safety priorities takes strategy and planning. As an avid travel blogger, I’ve road-tripped across Europe, backpacked through Southeast…

Booking a flight can be an expensive endeavor, with the average domestic roundtrip ticket costing over $300. But travelers looking to visit far off destinations or reunite with long-distance loved ones need not pay exorbitant airfare. With some strategic planning…

Bikepacking is a fun and adventurous way to explore the outdoors on two wheels. If you’re new to bikepacking, this comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know to plan and enjoy your first bikepacking trip. What is…

Last updated: October 2026 The highest point on the Manaslu Circuit is Larkya La, and according to the internet it stands at 5,106 metres. Or 5,135. Or 5,160. Or, on one operator’s itinerary, 5,213. I found this out at 1…

In the mighty shadow of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South lies a hidden gem of a trek in Nepal – the Mardi Himal Trek. Reaching the towering Mardi Himal peak (5553m) offers stunning off-the-beaten-path views minus the crowds. As an experienced…

Nestled in the mighty Annapurna range of Nepal lies one of the most jaw-dropping natural wonders I’ve ever seen – the Annapurna Sanctuary. As an avid travel writer and trekker, I recently fulfilled my dream of hiking to this high-altitude…

Tucked away behind the 8000m peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges lies Nepal’s ancient Kingdom of Lo. Still referred to as Upper Mustang, this remote trans-Himalayan region near the Tibetan border has only been open to foreign trekkers since…