Posts tagged national parks
How to Plan a Jungle Safari in Chitwan, Nepal

Looking to spend time in Chitwan, Nepal, filled with safaris and animal sightings? This guide details how to spend 3 epic days in Chitwan, what to expect on safari, and how to pack so that you’re fully prepared for all the adventure.

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The Ultimate Grand Teton Itinerary: 3 Days in Grand Teton National Park

This post is your ultimate itinerary for Grand Teton National Park. From where to camp and what trails to hike, to what to see + do in the area— I’ve shared all the crucial information and insider details for visiting this Grand Teton National Park.

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Going-to-the-Sun Road Tickets + The Ultimate Guide to Glacier National Park (updated for 2023)

In this post, you’ll find a step-by-step guide for getting Going-to-the-Sun Road tickets and the ultimate planning resource for a trip to Glacier National Park.

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how to kayak for beginners: a complete guide with what you need to know

Activities like hiking, foraging, and kayaking are easy to do while maintaining physical distancing restrictions. They’re also some of my favourite past times and they’re easy to get stuck into. Here's everything first-timers need to know about kayaking.

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hiking for beginners: awesome tips + how to get started

I love hiking. As a teenager in South Dakota’s Black Hills, it was almost imperative that I enjoyed hitting the trails. Everywhere I’ve lived in my adult life has been in close proximity to nature, and hiking has always been one of my favourite ways to get amongst it. What about those who are new to hiking and aren’t sure how to start? For those people, I’ve created this guide filled with tips.

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the ultimate safari guide to Udawalawe, Sri Lanka: how to book + what to pack

You can’t go to Sri Lanka and not go on safari. That’s exactly why I created this in-depth guide for Udawalawe National Park. It’s the third most visited national park in Sri Lanka, offering safaris for tourists looking to catch a glimpse of exotic wildlife in its natural habitat.

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Nahm Dong Park in Luang Prabang, Laos: everything you need to know

An eco-tourism haven, Nahm Dong Park is an oasis you’ve probably never even heard about right outside the city limits of Luang Prabang. Don’t worry, I knew nothing about it either! Until one day, paint fumes of a newly renovated office space dizzying my head and fingers hurting from whipping out writing work, it was suggested that I hop on the back of a motorbike and head to Nahm Dong.

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the ultimate guide to New Zealand's Tongariro Alpine Crossing

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one of those quintessential New Zealand treks all travelers hear about and backpackers flock to. Despite its popularity and reputation for stunning views, and the years I’ve cumulatively spent in New Zealand, I hadn’t ever made my way to hike it. Until my recent return!

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