Lake Tahoe is a jaw-droppingly gorgeous, mega-alpine lake situated high in the Sierra Nevada mountains along the border of Nevada and Colorado. Tahoe is amazing year-round, the best time to visit Lake Tahoe largely depends on what you’re looking to do. I’ve been coming to Lake Tahoe for nearly 20 years, as my family lives […]
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A Local’s Guide to Visiting Lake Tahoe
Pristine sapphire waters lap gently against the steep peaks of the Sierra Nevadas. Dramatic views unfold between pines and you hike along the ridges of the mountains. Perhaps hiking isn’t your thing, you’re more of a beach bum, that’s ok because there are countless nooks and crannies to find hidden patches of beach leading to sapphire waters you have to see to believe. Where is this obtainable slice of Shangri-la you ask? Oh, it’s closer than you think, this is Lake Tahoe like a local.
Tips and Trick for Traveling in New Zealand by Campervan
The trip didn’t come without its fair share of challenges. I was accustomed to traveling through the developing world on a dime; sleeping on couches, eating unknown food at street stalls, and sitting next to chickens over long rides on public buses. Squirrel…well Squirrel went on a cruise through the Caribbean once. Needless to say, New Zealand by van offers adventure and excitement for everyone, regardless of their travel resume.
What is Responsible Tourism? And Other Sustainable Travel Tips
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about how to travel in a more ethical and sustainable way. Tips and tricks, definitions, gear and more.
How to Hire a Local Nepal Trekking Guide
You’re surrounded by peaks so steep they look like cartoons. Ice hangs precariously from their tops, as if a toddler dolloped icing about the landscape. Everywhere you look the jagged knife edges of the Himalaya stare back menacingly. You peer cautiously over the edge of the trail, even that makes you dizzy. The milky glacial river roars below you.
Amazing Day Hikes Near Denver for Any Ability
As a Denver local of over 12 years, I get asked a lot about the best day hikes in Denver. There are so many hikes to choose from located less than 2 hours from Denver, it was almost hard to narrow down this list! The Mile High City is well known for its outdoor lifestyle. […]