Yellowstone in Winter
Yellowstone: Visiting the nation’s premier park during the less crowded winter season brings moments of silence, stillness, and great beauty. Contemplating the wilderness in winter.
Hiking
Vietnam’s Highlands: Taking a Killer Trek
Visit Sapa in the highlands of northern Vietnam and see dramatic vistas during a killer hike up steep mountain trails. The reward is an herb-infused steaming bath.
Washington’s Deep, Dark, Hoh Rain Forest
A hike in Washington’s Hoh Rainforest, deep woods with huge 300-foot tall trees, learning about the rainforest and this region with naturalists.
Boulder: A Town Where Fitness Is King
Boulder Colorado is a town where nearly everyone is fit as a fiddle. Between hiking the Flatirons and enjoying local craft brews, it’s a fun city for all.
Moab Utah, Where Canyons and Arches Beckon
Moab, Utah is home to some of the most spectacular natural settings in America, the famous Canyonlands and Arches National Parks.
Scotland’s Aonach Eagach Ridge
Hiking at Scotland’s Aonach Eagach Ridge, a tough hike rewarded by killer views and beautiful surroundings. Climbing to the summit of Sgorr nam Fiannaidh, in Scotland.
Albania’s Remote Northern Mountain Region
Hiking in the dramatic and steep ‘Albanian Alps’ in the north of the country, Michal Kranz learns that his perception of Albania changed after a visit.
Bulgaria: A Sublime Trail in Apriltsi
Hiking outside of Apriltsi, Bulgaria on the sublime Vidimsko Praskalo eco-trail. A journey in deep forest enjoying nature, also info about hotels there.
Two-legged Predators: Solo Woman Hikers Be Wary
Hiking alone as a woman. Attacks while hiking are rare, but those who have experienced a ‘two legged predator’ it’s a scary memory. Tips on self defense.
New Hampshire: Hiking The Franconia Ridge Loop
Hiking on the most popular trail in New Hampshire, the Franconia Ridge Loop, where you intersect the famous Appalachian trail and weather can be hazardous.
Tenerife, Canary Islands of Spain
Rough mountainous terrain of Tenerife, in the Canary Islands anpart of Spain, for hiking and exploring. A guide to local outdoor sports to enjoy in Tenerife
Northern Laos: A Trekker’s Paradise
Hiking in Northern Laos to very remote villages that don’t see many western travelers, a guide to Phongsali village and other parts of the north.