8 Things They Don’t Tell You About the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal

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Nepal is often portrayed as this mystical land where people go to discover their true selves at an Ashram with some type of magical shaman leading them down a path of enlightenment. I’m not sure where those people are going, but what…

5 Places to Get Seriously off the Grid in Ruidoso

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If you're looking for things to do in Ruidoso, simply turn to the outdoors. When's the last time you sat and listened to nature? Like really listened?

Skiing in Germany Means Extreme Tobogganing, A Secret Igloo Hotel, and Views for Days

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When most people think of Germany, their mind immediately goes to castles, Christmas markets, and Oktoberfest. But Germany is an untapped adventure paradise. Coming from Colorado, not only did I not know you could ski in Germany, but I…

Why Yes, You Can Be Picnicking By a Glacier in Alaska Before Lunchtime

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Whether you think visiting Alaska in the winter is crazy awesome or just plain crazy (spoiler: it's not that much colder than the lower 48), there’s a huge misconception that it’s crazy far away.

48 Hours in Tahoe South: OMG Food, Fun and Fresh Pow

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Most Coloradans don’t leave the state to ski, and why would you? We have 20+ resorts right here. But experiencing different mountains is the test of a true alpine lover. With direct flights from both Chicago and Denver, Tahoe South makes it easy to plan an epic ski weekend in Lake Tahoe.

The Ultimate Banff Itinerary – Four Iconic Parks in Five Days (with Map!)

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Two provinces. Three girls. Four parks. Five days. If it sounds like a jigsaw puzzle figuring out this trip itinerary, I can assure you it was. Banff is on almost everyone’s bucket list and you could spend weeks combing through the…

Taiwan is an Untapped Adventure Paradise

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Taiwan has managed to fly under the radar so far, but savvy travelers are beginning to take notice as they look for more off-the-beaten-path destinations to adventure

Hike to a Secret Tribal Village in Taiwan: The Dali and Datong Villages Hidden Deep Within Taroko Gorge

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With almost 25% of the population indigenous, Taiwan is rich with tribal culture. There are 16 tribes spread around the country, six of which can be found in the Hualien area.

Namaste, Namaslay Nepal

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The clouds seem to pass in slow motion as anticipation builds. Almost 24 hours in transit, hopping time zones and longitude and latitude lines. The science never made sense to me so I like to think of it as time traveling. Every experience…

Your National Park Bucket List: The Best Photo Ops & Expert Tips for Maximizing Your Trip

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Dubbed "America's Best Idea," one of my favorite summer activities is camping and hiking at the national parks. Officially, there are 59 national parks (not counting the state parks and other protected nature areas) spread across every…