September 2023 Packing in a Carry On: Camping and Rafting Trip along the Colorado River – The Grand Canyon This was certainly I trip I did not see coming but WOW. I will start by saying I have never camped before so this was such …

September 2023 Ultimate Packing List for White Water Rafting and Camping in the Grand Canyon So, you are thinking about going on a white water rafting trip down the Colorado River and camping in the Grand Canyon. We booked this adventure through Wilderness River Adventures …

July 2023 Climbing Mt Etna with Gruppo Guide – Sicily, Italy We could not visit Sicily without exploring the famous Mt Etna. Etna in Greek literally translates to “I burn”. Mt Etna is one of the most active volcanos in the world with half of …

June 2023 Kyoto Nature Trail: Kibune to Kurama Hike through Kitayama Mountains One of the reasons Kyoto was so attractive is the convergence of city, culture, history, and nature. Kyoto is surrounded by beautiful nature and I wanted to make sure we set aside ample …

October 2022 Perfect 3 Day Itinerary for Fall Foliage – White Mountains, New Hampshire There is something magical that happens as the leaves turn their colors, each showcasing a different hue that together makes stunning views. The northeast is full of small towns with so …

October 2022 Itinerary: Fall Foliage in the White Mountains, New Hampshire After an incredible summer of travel, I had not given much thought on how to spend my birthday trip. Since flights were still expensive and our time was limited to a four day span, …