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Photo Guide to Havasu Falls

Photo Guide to Havasu Falls

Havasu Falls is one of my favorite hikes of all time! In this post, I cover all the details about the route, how to get the elusive permit and a detailed packing list to help you start planning your 2019 adventure for this classic Arizona hike!

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Photo Guide to the Galapagos

Photo Guide to the Galapagos

The Galapagos was the highlight of my four-month South America trip earlier this year. I’ve complied a photo guide to the Galapagos covering the eight islands I visited along with a packing list, camera gear suggestions and helpful tips!

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A Photo Guide to Easter Island

A Photo Guide to Easter Island

Easter Island is one of the most remote places in the world. Rising seas & climate change are a major threat and a reason to visit the island NOW. Check out my detailed photo guide to the top sites and budget tips:

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7 Reasons to Visit Uruguay

7 Reasons to Visit Uruguay

Safe, stable Uruguay is the underdog of South America. The progressive nation is the Switzerland of South America filled with delicious restaurants, colonial charm and stunning beaches. Here’s 7 places you MUST visit in the country:

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Why You Should Go to India

Why You Should Go to India

It is impossible to resist the charm of India. There is no place on the globe as colorful, intense, captivating, heartbreaking or complex. In this personal essay, I explain why I can’t resist coming back despite the food poisoning.

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12 Places Not to Miss in India

12 Places Not to Miss in India

I’ve compiled a list of my favorite places—a mixture of both well-known and off the radar spots that I discovered during my five summers in India. Writing this post made me more homesick for India. I hope it inspires you to book a flight!

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Ghost Town Road Trip

Ghost Town Road Trip

Let me tell you a travel secret: The most amazing places are usually the hardest to find. The ghost town of Bodie, California is one of those places. Check out my photo guide to this abandoned town that’s 106 miles south of Lake Tahoe!

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Kilimanjaro 101: Cost, Routes & Packing List

Kilimanjaro 101: Cost, Routes & Packing List

I recently hiked the Lemosho Route to the summit of Kilimanjaro. I’ve compiled all the main questions about the trek including when to go, which route to choose, what to pack and a breakdown of my costs.

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What It’s Like to Climb Kilimanjaro

What It’s Like to Climb Kilimanjaro

I recap my Kilimanjaro trek with a day-by-day breakdown of my journey on the 7-day Lemosho Route. I include ALL the details and photos from each day of the trek from the scenic vistas to the bathrooms.

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Six Epic Road Trips

Six Epic Road Trips

There’s nothing I love more than a good road trip. If you’re looking to squeeze in a last-minute trip this fall or looking for a few places to escape to when it gets cold, here’s six of my all-time favorite trips from across the globe ranging from Australia to California.

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