The town of Hluboká nad Vltavou is situated closely to České Budějovice in the Czech Republic and is worth the day trip if for nothing other than the castle. Hluboká Castle Hluboká Castle is like a fairytale. One of the most visited and famous castles in the Czech Republic it was inspired by England’s Windsor Castle. The castle itself was …
The holidays are upon us and as much as I hate to hop on the bandwagon, I want you to know my top gifts for the Adventurer in your life. Especially if that adventurer is you. These are my top picks for gifts to help you and your family get outside more. I use all of these products myself and …
When you think of wine country in the western part of the US everyone always thinks of California. But I would challenge you to get out of the traditional and discover wine country in Washington State. In particular the Red Mountains. Geology The Red Mountains have the hottest growing region and is very dry. The topsoil from Horse Heaven Mountains …
The Columbia River, between Oregon and Washington, has so much to offer the outdoor enthusiast. It’s not just hiking, it’s a mixture of adventures to suit all needs. With major tributaries, such as the Palouse, and off-shooting rivers such as the Snake, the options are endless. These are my 7 top picks for adventures along the Columbia River. Hiking There …
Most of you know that I am a big fan of the book, and movie, Wild. And if you didn’t know. Well, now you do. So, when our river cruise docked next to the Bridge of the Gods, I was more than a little excited. For those of you not all that familiar with Cheryl Strayed’s Wild, the Bridge of …
One of the most majestic places to see along the Snake River is Hells Canyon. A ten-mile wide canyon, the deepest point at 7, 993 feet, almost 2,000 feet deeper than the Grand Canyon. It is the deepest river gorge in North America. Makes the Grand Canyon seem a little less grand doesn’t it? What’s beautiful about Hells Canyon is …
If you were to ask me if I would ever go on a cruise my answer was usually no. I was never really interested in being on a large ship with hundreds of other people, gorging myself on buffet dinners and all I could drink cocktails. I am making a disgusted face just thinking about it. The short stops on …
During my hike on the Presidential Traverse trail a lot of people asked me if I was afraid hiking alone. I also had a lot of worried loved ones, who openly told me they thought it was a bad idea. It got me thinking about how one stays safe on a trail like the Presidential Traverse. In the beginning I …
Long Island, in Nova Scotia’s Digby County, is generally not on one’s travel radar. But it’s worth the visit. And I’m not just saying that because I’m from the area. The small fishing villages, incredible whale watching and fresh seafood should be enough to lure you in. But if not the hike to Balancing Rock will seal the deal. Following …
České Budějovice is the largest city in the south Bohemian region of the Czech Republic, though I never had the feeling that I was in a big city while visiting. The city itself also boasts one of the largest squares in Europe surrounded by brightly painted houses, giving it all a very picturesque and fairytale feel. If you only have …