Costa Rica is one of the world’s top whale watching destinations. It boasts a super-long humpback migration season, strong conservation mentality, and tremendous marine biodiversity. I’m not exaggerating when I say my experience whale watching in Costa Rica was one of the best wildlife encounters in all my travels. If you’d like to see whales […]
Tag Archives: Nature
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Nov
Nov
Tiny, off the beaten path Uvita is the Costa Rican beach town you’ve been searching for. Swaying palm trees, long stretches of sand, gorgeous sunsets, plenty of wildlife, and opportunities for adventure — Uvita has it all. Plus it has none of the hustle and bustle of more popular destinations like Manuel Antonio and the […]
05
Nov
Nov
At first glance, Manuel Antonio National Park seems like something out of a movie. Tropical jungle-fringed beaches with turquoise water. Sloths galore. Mangrove forests that protect some of the most biodiverse landscapes in the Americas. The question of “is Manuel Antonio worth visiting?” seems absurd on the surface. But then reality sets in. Costa Rica’s […]
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Oct
Oct
If you’ve visited Yellowstone, chances are you’ve waded through crowds on a packed boardwalk to snap people-filled pictures of the famous geothermals. It’s undeniably an amazing place — and one you’ll never have to yourself. But there is another way. Backpacking in Yellowstone National Park gets you away from the crowds, far from the nearest […]
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Aug
Aug
Idaho is so much more than potatoes. Over 60% of the land in this Rocky Mountain state is public. You can camp just about anywhere, hike the 10,000-foot peaks, and unwind in the hot springs. The Sawtooth Mountains near Stanley are one of the highlights, with dozens of alpine lakes to explore. Hiking in Stanley, […]
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Jun
Jun
Southern Utah is jam-packed with slot canyons to explore. Whether you’re a seasoned canyoneer or have never been in a slot canyon in your life, you can find a safe canyon trip that rivals the beauty of Arizona’s Antelope Canyon — with none of the logistical challenges. Two of the best beginner canyons are Little […]
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Jun
Jun
Capitol Reef National Park is the most underrated of Southern Utah’s Mighty 5. Most visitors simply drive through between Bryce Canyon and the parks near Moab. But stay a little longer and you’ll discover a land of red-rock cliffs, colorful sunsets, challenging trails and deep backcountry. Whether you’re a hiker or a road tripper, you […]
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May
May
Utah is famous for the Mighty 5 National Parks. And for good reason — from the red cliffs of Zion to the rivers of Canyonlands to Arches’ namesake formations, they’re some of the treasures of the United States. But nestled between Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef is a well-kept secret: the tiny town of Escalante, […]
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May
May
Towering waterfalls. Thunderous river gorges. Wildflower fields. The highest peak in South Carolina. And stairs. So many stairs. This is your life when you attempt a Foothills Trail thru hike. The Foothills Trail runs 77 miles from Oconee State Park to Table Rock State Park in South Carolina, crossing briefly into North Carolina twice along […]
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Apr
Apr
Towering cliffs. Panoramic vistas. Caves, waterfalls, and fire-scarred slopes. Hiking Mt LeConte is the #1 thing to do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Mount LeConte is not the Smokies’ highest summit (that’s Clingman’s Dome). Nor is it the park’s hardest hike. But a trek to the top provides a sense of journey unlike anything […]
