An all-Nepali team of 10 climbers stepped together onto the summit of K2 (8611m / 28,251 ft) late this afternoon local time, making the first winter ascent of the world’s second-highest peak. As the team descended in darkness to Camp 3 (23,760 ft), word of Spanish climber Sergi Mingote’s death lower on the mountain tempered […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript There is a number, a very special number, which is inside all of us. It is inside you, inside me, and inside every person on Earth. It dictates our social interactions. It has determined the size of […] More
Before I became The Blonde Abroad, I was a new college graduate ready to dive into the career world. I literally couldn’t wait to get into the business world. I had a job lined up for me and was slipping on heels before I even had my cap and gown hung in the closet. Like […] More
The author, enjoying a week of Grand Teton camping. Grand Teton National Park has some of the best car camping in the country. It also has some of the most coveted, with reservations selling out in the blink of an eye during early summer, especially at Colter Bay, Gros Ventre, Jenny Lake, Signal Mountain, and […] More
On January 1, Lucy Lieberman took over as the new head of Tablet Hotels — only the second CEO in the twenty-year history of our company. If you subscribe to our newsletter, you probably saw her message about 2021 and the future of travel. She also wanted to take a moment to introduce herself another […] More
The Subaru Outback (as well as the taller, shorter Forester) already has impressive off-road chops from the factory. 8.7 inches of ground clearance, a terrific AWD system, plus X-Mode, a sophisticated software suite that outthinks terrain for even more traction. Not bad for, essentially, a station wagon. But, we are firmly in the Overlanding era. […] More
An ongoing reckoning with race in American history has drawn attention to racism in the environmental movement. Critiques have focused on themes such as forced removal of Indigenous peoples from ancestral lands, early conservationists’ support for eugenics and the chronic lack of diversity in environmental organizations. They also have scrutinized the racial views of key […] More
Not all national parks are in mountains, redwood forests, or red rock deserts. The US Virgin Islands boasts its own, Virgin Islands National Park. A tropical paradise filled with jungles, ancient petroglyphs, white sand beaches, reefs thronged with fish, and, jeez, how good does that all sound right now? This video from More Than Just […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript On November 24, 1971, a man who identified himself as Dan Cooper purchased a $20 ticket for a short 30-minute flight from Portland to Seattle. He had with him a briefcase filled with dynamite and wanted $200,000. […] More
Sure, romantic escapes are incredible and I’m always up for a solo adventure but there’s nothing like going on a girlfriend getaway. I’ve talked to you guys many times before about my favorite destinations around the globe for girls-only adventures. From girls’ nights out in Vegas to female-friendly adventures in Cape Town, things are always […] More
I’ve never before listened to the Press Box podcast, which is part of The Ringer, the Bill Simmons-led sports and culture media mini-empire. But this latest episode, in which the hosts Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker interview Jon Krakauer for the 25th anniversary of Into the Wild, and writing in general is fascinating. The gist: […] More
Steve “Doom” Fassbinder is a friend of AJ and we’re delighted he’s launching a guide book for all things bikerafting, with adventure journalist and fellow bikepacking guide Liz Scully. But it’s not just a guide book. It will also have adventure stories from bikerafting experts, including Roman Dial and Huw Oliver, among others. Oh, right, […] More
On July 30, 1909, Dr. Cora Smith Eaton summited Mount Rainier, along with a group of fellow suffragettes, and planted a “Votes for Women” pennant. A year later, women in Washington were finally granted the right to vote, making it the fifth state in the nation to extend the vote to women. It took another ten […] More
Death Valley may sound intimidating, and to some degree it is. It holds the record for having the highest temperature ever recorded on Earth, and its sweltering heat also makes it the nation’s driest national park. But behind the deathly name lies gorgeous land formations, salt pans, and trails. In fact, Death Valley is the […] More
Moab, Utah, located in southeastern Utah, is known for its gorgeous Mars-like scenery. It’s the perfect place for those who love serious adventures—from hiking to biking to jeeping to climbing. Because of all the impressive nature and endless possibilities when it comes to outdoor activities, it’s a wonderful place to get away from it all…and […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript There are many foods that are considered an acquired taste. Foods that might not be very palatable the first time you try it, or something that just doesn’t sit right with most people. It could be something […] More
Right now might seem like one of the most challenging times in history to become the head of a travel company. It’s still really shocking out there. In our hometown of NYC the signs of disruption are unmistakable: hundreds of closed hotels, boarded-up storefronts, and restaurants operating with lean crews, if they’re even open at […] More
We’re big fans of GPS here, because it instantly tells you where you are, it’s trackable by friends and family, and it leaves a nice trail of where you’ve been for future route planning. But there’s something wonderful about reading a map, taking a bearing, and navigating free from any kind of screen. It’s one […] More
The Rivians are coming. The electric Sprinter vans are coming. The electric Ford Transit vans are (maybe) coming. The electric Audis, the VWs, the Bollingers, the Etheriums. Okay, I made that last one up. But there are, we’re pretty sure, dozens of EVs just over the horizon, waiting for…well, that’s unclear, but they’re coming. We […] More
Truth be told, I have never been that big of a fan of pancakes. Maybe that’s because I didn’t grow up in a pancake-making family, and the only time I had them was on summer backpacking trips. They were always made from an industrial mix (which as great for feeding large groups, less great for […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript Before Spain became Spain, it was part of the Roman province of Hispania. To understand the language, and geography of not just Spain but of the entire Iberian Peninsula, you have to understand Hispania. Learn more about […] More
As an Airbnb Associate, I’m excited to curate incredible properties around the world. At no extra cost to you, I earn a small commission when you book through these links which helps me run this blog. New Mexico has some really intriguing and unique places to visit. From White Sands National Park to Las Cruces […] More
Tips For Renting A Car In Europe Europe driving guide Renting a car in Europe and self-driving is a great way to experience the EU. But there are a few different things you should know before you embark on a European road trip. My wife Anna and I spent a year living in Italy as […] More
Ever wonder as you’re about to nose over a bulbous rock garden leading to an off camber drop what injury you’re most likely to suffer if things got sideways? Well, the Enduro World Series has released a comprehensive study of the injuries its riders suffered over a two-year period a decade or so ago. It’s […] More
In ancient Scandinavian forests, farms, and valleys, women once widely practiced Kulning, a haunting singing that served to call in the animals. It was also a kind of warning system for any nearby homesteads or herders, as the piercing song echoes and vibrates over long distances. There are still some practitioners in the Nordic countries, […] More
12 Jan Holiday planning in 2021: Top Travel Destinations Posted at 16:53h in Blog by Victoria Brewood There have been plenty of things that we’d like to quickly forget in 2020, but arguably one of the worst factors has been the lack of planning. We just haven’t been able to make any long-term plans. Hopefully, […] More
There are 4,000-some stories in the Adventure Journal archive, many of them evergreen, always ready to be dusted off, polished, and retold. Like this incredible story of driving the length of South America, an international adventure that sounds too good to be true in these pandemic days. -Ed. For four long hours, the blunt nose […] More
I’ve long been enchanted by the different islands in Hawai’i. Each one has has its own flavor, with some presenting desert, 4×4 road adventures while others have lush waterfalls and sacred mountains. My favorite way to stay when I visit the islands is in Airbnbs, and there are plenty of unique ones all over Hawaii […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript Odds are, if you have ever seen a photo of the president of the United States over the last 60 years, there has been someone in the background or walking a few steps behind, who had in […] More
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January 11, 2021 Help Project 529 Out With a Bike Theft Survey Are you familiar with Project 529? It’s a community-powered bike registration service that’s trying to meaningfully address the endemic issue of bike theft. You register your bike with them, and you become part of a community that watches out for each other’s bikes, […] More
Surely, even if you’ve only a passing interest in surfing, you’ve heard of Mavericks, a big-wave spot about 25 miles south of San Francisco. It’s one of the two towers of impossibly big, scary, and dangerous wave, a cold-water counter to Maui’s Jaws. Mavericks, as well as Jaws, is a big fist of reef that […] More
When I first started following @RustyRodas on Instagram, six-ish years ago, I may have been a bit desperate. My pupological clock was ticking loudly—but I was living out of a van on the road and adopting a dog was not a reasonable option. So Rusty’s traditional Golden good looks and Warby-Parker-meets-Stumptown-Coffee aesthetic was too much […] More
Elegant but craggy, the Pyrenees divide the Iberian peninsula from France, and boy do they look magnificent doing so. The Alps, but not as crowded. Snowy peaks, endless waterfalls, impossibly picturesque valleys, serve cows plodding past with giant bells clashing beneath their necks. Heaven. Source link More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript The musical Brigadoon is about a Scottish village which appears for one day every 100 years. The village can be thought of as a metaphor for things that are fleeting, or why we must take advantage of […] More
Once upon a time, I believed that all there was to Nevada was endless desert and desolation. I owe this in part to the barren, dry drive between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, which I’ve traversed more times than I care to count. This is a common assumption. Most people don’t realize that Nevada is […] More
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World®, is a must-do as a family adventure and features as one of our best luxury hotels in North America. It has waterslides, a lazy river, and a shuttle to the Walt Disney World. Auctions Sort By Of course, there is no Four Seasons rewards program, but if […] More
The Chinese New Year falls on 12 February 2021, ushering in the Year of the Ox, which in the Chinese Zodiac represents strong, open people with a great sense of friendship. We review the best fragrances for the Chinese New Year below. Auctions Sort By 1. Blu Mediterraneo Mirto di Panarea fragrance Acqua di Parma […] More
O’Hare International Airport or Chicago O’Hare is an international airport located on the Northwest Side of Chicago, Illinois. We review the best airport lounge at ORD if you have a Priority Pass or relevant credit card. Auctions Sort By There are two Priority Pass lounges at O’Hare International Airport or Chicago O’Hare; the Air France […] More
In my opinion, hiking is one of the best forms of therapy. You’re moving your body, breathing in the fresh air, and getting in tune with nature — is there anything better? Through the years, I’ve hiked through some of the most incredible places: Yosemite, Moab, and Machu Picchu, just to name a few. Over […] More
While riotous insurrectionary terrorists stormed the U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday, a bit of otherwise big news regarding the federal government went largely unnoticed. The White House’s push to rush sales of oil and gas drilling leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge resulted in a big dud. The lease sale was announced back in […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript In the year 1184 in the Dutchy of Thuringia, in what is today the country of Germany, a conflict raged between the Count of Thuringia and the Archbishop of Mainz. To resolve this dispute, the German King […] More
Jacques Cousteau is among history’s great environmentalists, a 20th-century French explorer whose documentaries introduced the idea of undersea exploration to the public. He helped curtail whaling, stop the disposal of nuclear waste in the oceans, and — fun fact — played a major role in the invention of SCUBA diving. His son has carried on […] More
WHAT I LEFT OUT is a recurring feature in which book authors are invited to share anecdotes and narratives that, for whatever reason, did not make it into their final manuscripts. In this installment, Martin Doyle shares a story that was left out of The Source: How Rivers Made America and America Remade Its Rivers. […] More
The Fletcher family is one of surfing’s most, well, hmm. Influential? Cherished? Infamous? Beloved? Let’s go with that one, beloved. Herbie Fletcher, the patriarch, was one of the most advanced surfers of the 70s, and his kids, Christian and Fletcher, each have heavily imprinted surf culture. Christian with a gritty punk approach to skateboard-sizing surfing, […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Translate Wars can start with a bang but end with a whimper. Often an attack or an invasion will begin a war, but even one when one side surrenders, it can take days, weeks, or months for word […] More
As an Airbnb Associate, I’m excited to curate incredible properties around the world. At no extra cost to you, I earn a small commission when you book through these links which helps me run this blog. In need of a staycation or planning a Southwest road trip? Arizona has so many cool cities to see […] More
January 7, 2021 Watch The Most Satisfying Snow Dump Imaginable If you’re the sort who can’t resist knocking clumps of snow from trees, or kicking icicles from wheel wells, you’re going to love this. It was filmed in Yuzawa City, in northern Japan. Don’t know what kind of garage this is, but this is clearly […] More
