Penguins! So many penguins! We decided to end our recent Patagonia trip with a visit to Punta Arenas – specifically for the opportunity to visit the penguin colony at Magdalena Island. Apart from being a relaxing break from hiking, this part of our trip was – as you’d expect –… Read More »Punta Arenas and Magdalena Island, Chile
During our trip to Patagonia, we spent five days exploring Los Glaciares. Without a doubt, it is one of the most awe-inspiring places we’ve visited. The mountain peaks and glaciers are so striking and dramatic – it’s hard to focus on where you’re walking because you want to keep looking… Read More »Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina
Santiago is a beautiful city at the foot of the Andes and filled with green space. We’ve visited Santiago twice as part of separate, longer South America trips. While both visits were on the shorter side, the city makes a great stop at the start or end of any adventure.… Read More »Santiago, Chile
Without a doubt, hiking the Inca Trail was one of our most memorable experiences to date. The views are incredible, the history is incredible – everything is incredible really. It is a challenging four days, but you will be left in awe of the Andes and the civilization the Incas… Read More »Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, Peru
Cusco is a great base for adventures in the Andes and Peru’s Sacred Valley. Importantly, it is also a relaxing place to acclimate to the region’s altitude before hiking the Inca Trail. That is exactly why we spent a few days here, but we could have easily filled more time.… Read More »Cusco and the Sacred Valley, Peru
While not the main reason most people visit Peru (hello, Machu Picchu), Lima is well worth a quick stop as your likely port of entry to the country. The huge city has some beautiful areas, world renowned food, and plenty of activities to keep you busy for a couple days.… Read More »Lima, Peru
The U.S. Virgin Islands make for a great Caribbean getaway. St. Croix in particular has beautiful beaches, awesome snorkeling, and a laid back vibe that instantly has you feeling like you’re on vacation. There is even hiking if you’re up for it – all without needing to break out your… Read More »St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Welcome to the mystical Scottish Highlands, where rugged landscapes and natural beauty await at every turn. We spent six days exploring this incredible area and could have easily enjoyed another week. The scenery is amazing, the food is delicious, and you are bound to meet friendly people wherever you stop.… Read More »Scottish Highlands
Edinburgh is a historic and picturesque city. From stunning castles to breathtaking natural landscapes, there are plenty of things to see and do in this Scottish gem. Even if you visit Scotland for the scenery like we did, we recommend spending at least a couple days in this great city.… Read More »Edinburgh, Scotland
Emilia-Romagna, located in the northern part of Italy, is a region famous for its delicious food, stunning architecture, and rich history. In this post we will share some tips based on our recent trip to the area, including some things to do and our favorite places to visit and eat.… Read More »Emilia-Romagna, Italy