Washington is a hiker’s paradise. It has some of the most famous natural treasures in the United States, like Mt. Rainier, Olympic, and North Cascades National Parks. These parks are stunning in their own right, but what if I told you the best alpine lake hike was only an hour outside of Seattle? Snow Lake…
I love to travel and I know many others are interested in seeing the world too. Enjoying new experiences, meeting new people, and trying new food make travel great. I’ve spent a lot of time traveling through Latin America and what makes a trip 10x better is knowing the local language. That’s when I decided…
Nestled in the breathtaking red rock landscapes of Sedona, the Devil’s Bridge Hike is one of the most iconic and rewarding trails in Arizona. This stunning natural sandstone arch offers a heart-pounding yet exhilarating experience, with panoramic views that make the journey well worth it. To access this hike you’ll either have to park at…
Puerto Rico is one of my favorite places in the world. I benefitted heavily from being a citizen of the United States, which made travel to the island easier. I love beaches and there’s a lot of beautiful ones here. After spending six weeks on the island, I found some of the best hikes to…
Hiking the Picacho Peak summit trail is a staple if you’re in or around the Tucson area. When driving into the city from Phoenix, you can’t miss the staggering peak to your right. Summiting this peak is like no other hike in Tucson. Along the trail, we had to climb up small crevices, cross wooden…
Many times during my travels, a jacket combined with a couple more layers didn’t cut it. I was freezing. The wind made it hard to move or for me to have the motivation to do much else but to find cover. That’s where the Venustas Heated Jacket comes into play. I’m not the biggest fan…
Located deep in the Pusch Ridge Wilderness of Tucson is one of my favorite hikes, Seven Falls. It’s a decently easy hike that offers stunning views of Arizona’s beauty. This hike takes you through the mountains, past a scenery of cacti, and finally to the culmination of multiple waterfalls in the middle of the desert….
When I first stumbled upon this hike, I was blown away. Information on it was limited but I knew I wanted to do the El Yunque infinity pool hike in Naguabo. There is nothing I like more than a hike that involves multiple ropes and ladders to reach the top. And the top is also…
When visiting La Fortuna, a very popular activity is to go see La Fortuna waterfall. This is also called Catarata Rio Fortuna in Spanish. La Fortuna in Spanish translates to “the fortune” and the meaning is accurate to the area. This town is magical and you will never run out of things to do here….
Around a one-hour boat ride, Northeast of Montezuma lies Isla Tortuga, which means Turtle Island in Spanish. Tortuga Island is home to white-sand beaches as well as surrounded by clear water that is great for snorkeling and scuba diving. Taking day trips to this island is a very popular activity if you are staying around…