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Our most favorite travel days are outside of the cities and there's no better way to see the country-side than on a hike. It's also a free or low-cost activity.

Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland: Exploring the Valley from Top to Bottom

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Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland: Exploring the Valley from Top to Bottom

We hiked from Lauterbrunnen, ascending 3000 feet to reach the Swiss mountain village of Mürren, then made our way to Gimmelwald, and Wengen

Grindelwald, Switzerland: Making the Most of Hiking the Swiss Alps Despite Missing the Views

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Oct 273 min read

Grindelwald, Switzerland: Making the Most of Hiking the Swiss Alps Despite Missing the Views

Grindelwald, a quaint village renowned as the starting point for experiencing some of Switzerland's iconic mountain vistas.

Iceland: Hiking On an Active Volcano then Sightseeing in Reykjavik

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Feb 174 min read

Iceland: Hiking On an Active Volcano then Sightseeing in Reykjavik

We hiked Mt. Fagradalsfjall then we made our way to Reykjavik where we spent a rainy afternoon exploring this City museums and other sights

Iceland: Skógafoss Waterfall & Fimmvörðuháls Hike

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Feb 42 min read

Iceland: Skógafoss Waterfall & Fimmvörðuháls Hike

Fimmvörðuháls is an epic, "must do," Iceland hike featuring over two dozen waterfalls. Begins at Skogafoss falls in the South Island.

New Zealand (Day 9): Hiking Abel Tasman National Park

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Nov 12, 20234 min read

New Zealand (Day 9): Hiking Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman National Park:Our planned hike from was from Bark Bay to Anchorage Bay (8 miles), via a water taxi from Kaiteriteri.

New Zealand (Day 7): Hiking Kepler Track and Traveling to Tasman Bay

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Oct 22, 20232 min read

New Zealand (Day 7): Hiking Kepler Track and Traveling to Tasman Bay

The last leg of the Kepler Track located in Te Anau, South Island New Zealand. We took a quick hike before our flight to Nelson.

New Zealand (Day 5): Hiking Routeburn Track in Fiordland National Park

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Aug 12, 20232 min read

New Zealand (Day 5): Hiking Routeburn Track in Fiordland National Park

Routeburn Track is a popular hike in New Zealand's beautiful Fiordland National Park. Stop at Eglinton Valley and Mirror Lakes along the way

New Zealand (Day 2): Hiking Roy's Peak with a stop at the #ThatWanakaTree

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Jun 18, 20233 min read

New Zealand (Day 2): Hiking Roy's Peak with a stop at the #ThatWanakaTree

Rightfully labeled one of the best hikes in New Zealand, Roy's Peak is a challenging 10-mile hike consisting of jaw-dropping views

Tanzania (Day 1): Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp

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Sep 24, 20224 min read

Tanzania (Day 1): Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp

Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro to Machame Camp: this 14 mile roundtrip hike has 4,000 ft elevation gain over the first 7 miles.

Uganda (Day 5): Hiking Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest

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Sep 3, 20225 min read

Uganda (Day 5): Hiking Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest

Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest in Uganda offers a unique hiking experience. Dense vegetation and beautiful views make this a great hike

Uganda (Day 4): Gorilla Trekking - A Once in A Lifetime Experience

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Aug 20, 20225 min read

Uganda (Day 4): Gorilla Trekking - A Once in A Lifetime Experience

In the heart of Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest lives mountain gorilla. Gorilla Trekking is a “once in a lifetime" experiences.

Uganda (Day 3): A Batwa Experience at Mgahinga National Park

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Jul 30, 20226 min read

Uganda (Day 3): A Batwa Experience at Mgahinga National Park

Mgahinga National Park offers a cultural tourism experience with the Batwa. Here, we spent the better part of a day on an educational hike

Uganda (Day 2): Golden Monkey Trekking- Uganda is Safe Until Otherwise!

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Jul 16, 20226 min read

Uganda (Day 2): Golden Monkey Trekking- Uganda is Safe Until Otherwise!

Mgahinga National Park, Uganda, is the home of the Golden Monkey, an endangered species. To view these beautiful (and silly) animals in the

Uganda (Day 1): A Hike with Locals and Canoeing on Lake Mutanda

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Jul 9, 20224 min read

Uganda (Day 1): A Hike with Locals and Canoeing on Lake Mutanda

Uganda is a country filled with lush forests, amazingly friendly people, unforgettable wildlife, and interesting history. Our first full day

Portugal (Day 2): Hiking Seven Hanging Valleys Trail & More Exploration of the Algarve

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Apr 14, 20224 min read

Portugal (Day 2): Hiking Seven Hanging Valleys Trail & More Exploration of the Algarve

Day 2: Hike Seven Hanging Valleys Trail, Algarve, Portugal, then visit Castelo de Silves, Monchique, Castelo de Aljezur, and Algar Seco

Sonoma County, California: Hiking Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, Canyon-Pony Gate Loop to Waterfalls

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Feb 27, 20223 min read

Sonoma County, California: Hiking Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, Canyon-Pony Gate Loop to Waterfalls

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park is especially great to visit in the Spring when the Park's waterfall is flowing.

Joshua Tree National Park: A Winter Visit in this Desert Park

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Feb 13, 20223 min read

Joshua Tree National Park: A Winter Visit in this Desert Park

Summary: Joshua National Park, located in Southeast California, is a relatively new addition to the National Park system, having been...

Washington D.C. (Day 4): The White House, Rock Creek Park, & Time with Friends

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Jan 8, 20223 min read

Washington D.C. (Day 4): The White House, Rock Creek Park, & Time with Friends

Day 4 of our our Washington DC trip featured a timed entry at the White House followed by a hike in Rock Creek National Park

Fort Bragg, California: A Hike Among the Redwoods

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Oct 31, 20213 min read

Fort Bragg, California: A Hike Among the Redwoods

The Mendocino area is a popular weekend getaway for those in the Bay Area. Located about 3 hours from San Francisco in the County of Mendoci

Mendocino, California: A Foggy Hike in this Gem of the North Coast

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Oct 24, 20213 min read

Mendocino, California: A Foggy Hike in this Gem of the North Coast

Here, we hiked the Mendocino Headlands State Park trail and enjoyed some much-needed downtown in our Air BnB. Mendocino is a dog-friendly

Whittier, Alaska: Hiking Portage Pass & The Town of Whittier

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Sep 26, 20213 min read

Whittier, Alaska: Hiking Portage Pass & The Town of Whittier

This 4.2 mile out-and-back trail features a jaw-dropping view of Portage Lake and Glacier, which will surely make your top 10 best hikes.

Mt. Shasta, California: Hiking Seven Lakes Basin via the PCT

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Sep 12, 20212 min read

Mt. Shasta, California: Hiking Seven Lakes Basin via the PCT

Seven Lakes Basin is a 7.8 mile, out-and-back hike along the Pacific Coast Trail. This dog-friendly hike features seven alpine lakes

Homer, Alaska: Hiking Glacier Lake Trail in Kachemak Bay State Park

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Sep 5, 20214 min read

Homer, Alaska: Hiking Glacier Lake Trail in Kachemak Bay State Park

Summary: Kachemak Bay State Park, located in near Homer, Alaska, is a remote park accessible only by water taxi from the Homer Spit. We...

Seward/Homer, Alaska: Hiking Tonsina Creek + the Homer Spit located in Alaska's Halibut Capital

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Aug 29, 20214 min read

Seward/Homer, Alaska: Hiking Tonsina Creek + the Homer Spit located in Alaska's Halibut Capital

Starting in Seward Alaska, we hiked Tonsina Creek Trail, then drove the Kenai Peninsula to Homer, where we had a drink on the Homer Spit.

Seward, Alaska: Hiking Exit Glacier & Sightseeing in the Town of Seward

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Aug 15, 20214 min read

Seward, Alaska: Hiking Exit Glacier & Sightseeing in the Town of Seward

The town of Seward is located on the Kenai Peninsula, a little over 2 hours from Anchorage. We hiked Exit Glacier and spent time in Seward.

Yellowstone National Park: Day Two in the Park, this time from the North Entrance

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Aug 8, 20213 min read

Yellowstone National Park: Day Two in the Park, this time from the North Entrance

Yellowstone from the North Entrance included a drive through the wildlife-rich Lamar Valley, Bunsen Peak, and

Big Sky, Montana: Hiking Beehive Basin Trail

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Jul 25, 20212 min read

Big Sky, Montana: Hiking Beehive Basin Trail

Big Sky, Montana, is a well-known resort area. Beehive Basin trail is 7.1 miles round trip with 1650 feet of elevation gain.

Grand Teton National Park: Our Day in this Majestic Place

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Jul 19, 20214 min read

Grand Teton National Park: Our Day in this Majestic Place

Summary: Grand Teton National Park has a ton to offer but with only one full day in our itinerary here, we paired it down to just a few...

Grand Teton National Park: Hiking the Taggart Lake Loop

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Jul 18, 20212 min read

Grand Teton National Park: Hiking the Taggart Lake Loop

The Taggart Lake Loop in Grand Teton National Park is perfect for almost all ages. This 3.8 mile loop is mostly flat and easy terrain.

Yellowstone National Park: Our Day in the Park from the South Entrance

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Jul 5, 20214 min read

Yellowstone National Park: Our Day in the Park from the South Entrance

Our day in Yellowstone from the South Entrance included Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone Falls, Hayden Valley.

Sonoma County, California: Jenner Headlands Preserve

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May 23, 20212 min read

Sonoma County, California: Jenner Headlands Preserve

5,600 acre coastal preserve located in Jenner, Sonoma County. A dog-friendly park with hiking trails, ranging from 4.5 miles to 15.1 miles

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 7): Waimea Canyon Hike + Beach Time

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May 16, 20213 min read

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 7): Waimea Canyon Hike + Beach Time

Hike Wamea Canyon in Kauai, Hawaii then spend the afternoon relaxing on Kekaha Beach.

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 5): Hiking the Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp in Koke'e State Park

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May 2, 20215 min read

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 5): Hiking the Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp in Koke'e State Park

Hiking the Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp in Koke'e State Park includes incredible views of the Napoli Cost in Kauai

Sonoma County: Visiting Northern California's Beautiful Sonoma Coast

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Apr 25, 20212 min read

Sonoma County: Visiting Northern California's Beautiful Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast, California: 90 minutes from San Francisco, the Sonoma Coast is a beautiful spot to capture some incredible coastal photos.

Sonoma County, California: Laguna de Santa Rosa

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Apr 25, 20212 min read

Sonoma County, California: Laguna de Santa Rosa

Located just West of the City of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, is the largest freshwater wetlands on the Northern California coast.

Tahoe Donner: Snowshoeing with Happy Dogs

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Apr 25, 20211 min read

Tahoe Donner: Snowshoeing with Happy Dogs

There are many options to go snowshoeing in the Tahoe Donner area. We recommend renting snowshoes at home, if you can.

Tahoe Donner: Hiking Mount Judah Loop Trail + Donner Lake

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Apr 18, 20211 min read

Tahoe Donner: Hiking Mount Judah Loop Trail + Donner Lake

The Mount Judah Loop Trail is located above Donner Lake and crosses the Pacific Coast Trail. This 4.8 mile loop is dog-friendly with views.

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 2): Exploring the Garden Island by Car

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Apr 11, 20213 min read

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 2): Exploring the Garden Island by Car

Along the way, we made several stops, including a hike up Sleeping Giant Trail in Kapa'a.

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 1): Hiking the Awa'awapuhi Trail on the Beautiful Nāpali Coast

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Apr 4, 20214 min read

Kauai, Hawaii (Day 1): Hiking the Awa'awapuhi Trail on the Beautiful Nāpali Coast

The Awa'awapuhi Trail is located in Koke State Park on the island of Kauai. The hike is an out-and-back, super muddy 6.7 mile trail.

Yosemite, California: Family Friendly Hikes in this National Treasure

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Mar 20, 20212 min read

Yosemite, California: Family Friendly Hikes in this National Treasure

Yosemite, of course, is a hiker's dream. There are epic backpacking trips available and of course plenty of day hikes. We went to Yosemite w

Yosemite, California: Day Trip to Calaveras Big Trees State Park

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Mar 20, 20211 min read

Yosemite, California: Day Trip to Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Located just outside the town of Arnold, Calaveras Big Trees State Park was established back in 1852 but become a protected State park in 19

Mt. Shasta, California: Castle Lake Hike

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Mar 19, 20212 min read

Mt. Shasta, California: Castle Lake Hike

There are actually endless miles you can hike up here but our annual tradition is to hike to the overlook above the lake. This ~4 mile hike

Mt. Shasta, California: Castle Crags State Park

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Mar 15, 20211 min read

Mt. Shasta, California: Castle Crags State Park

Castle Crags State Park is located just outside of Mt. Shasta, right off I-5. The Pacific Coast Trail (PCT) runs through this 4000 acre par

Mt. Shasta, California: Bunny Flats to Horse Camp Hike

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Mar 14, 20211 min read

Mt. Shasta, California: Bunny Flats to Horse Camp Hike

This 3.2 mile hike is short enough for younger kids but challenging enough to satisfy the avid hiker. Starting at the Bunny Flats parking l

Mt. Shasta, California: Lake Siskiyou Trail Hike

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Mar 1, 20212 min read

Mt. Shasta, California: Lake Siskiyou Trail Hike

Summary. Lake Siskiyou Trail is a 7.3 mile loop that follows the Lake. Almost entirely flat, this trail is accessible to most hikers....

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Feb 15, 20212 min read

Sedona, Arizona: Devil's Bridge Hike

Summary. Sedona is the home of some of the best hiking opportunities. Gorgeous vistas featuring Sedona's red rock formations are...

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Feb 15, 20211 min read

Sedona, Arizona: Cathedral Rock Hike

Summary. Sedona is the home of some of the best hiking opportunities. Gorgeous vistas featuring Sedona's red rock formations are...

Scottsdale, Arizona: Hiking Camelback Mountain

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Feb 14, 20211 min read

Scottsdale, Arizona: Hiking Camelback Mountain

Summary. Ascend 1,420 feet to the top of Camelback Mountain and be rewarded with a 360 view of the City below. There are two trails to...

Grand Canyon, Arizona: A Day Trip to Hike a Natural Wonder of The World

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Feb 14, 20213 min read

Grand Canyon, Arizona: A Day Trip to Hike a Natural Wonder of The World

Summary. The South Rim of the Grand Canyon is just two hours from Sedona, which makes it a great day trip if you're staying in the Sedona...

Manuel Antonio/Quepos, Costa Rica: Rainmaker Conservation Project & Costa Rican Sunsets

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Jan 16, 20212 min read

Manuel Antonio/Quepos, Costa Rica: Rainmaker Conservation Project & Costa Rican Sunsets

Summary. We visited Rainmaker Conservation Project during our time near Manuel Antonio Park. Both parks are near the town of Quepos...

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