Switzerland is consistently ranked among the top 3 countries in the world when it comes to quality of life.
“Why?,” you ask.
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If you’re a hiking enthusiast like we are then you won’t want to miss a trip to Valbona and Theth National Parks. Valbona National Park No entrance fee required. Pack it in, Pack it out. Valbona National Park, located in Valbona, Albania, is a breathtaking natural paradise nestled in the Albanian Alps. Covering an area …
All prices discussed in this post are as of May 2023. Remember prices will fluctuate, ESPECIALLY during HIGH season (June – August/September). yes, it’s totally possible AND WITHOUT A TENT TOO! You may be thinking…”Wow, I didn’t realize you could hike the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu without a guide…” because I definitely was, until …
Jardin, Colombia After staying a day of walking around this cute colorful town it was no surprise that we extended our stay from 2 nights to 5 nights! And if you’re an outdoor enthusiast like us I recommend you do the same. How to get to jardin From Medellin: Make your way to Terminal Sur …
Do you love backpacking? Interested in seeing less touristy parts of Costa Rica? Ready for a rustic adventure in the jungle? Then this 2 day, 1 night backpacking trip should be on your list of Must-Dos while in Costa Rica! details Length: ~8 miles (~12km) Hiking Time: Day 1 (3-4 hours), Day 2 (3-4 hours) Difficulty: Moderate …
Isla de Ometepe is an incredible island to visit and escape the hustle and bustle of the mainland of Nicaragua. If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the beautiful landscape of Nicaragua than I highly recommend you visit! Trust me you will love it! Know Before You Go Ometepe is an …
If you are in San Salvador, El Salvador wondering what to do for the day than I have a GREAT day trip idea! Take a break from the city and go to one of El Salvador’s prettiest black sand beaches in El Zonte! Below, I will explain how to get to El Zonte from San …
If you are looking for something to do for a few hours outside of Antigua, Guatemala than hiking Pacaya Volcano may be a great choice! (Well that depends on who you ask…I’ll revisit this later). about Pacaya volcano Volcán Pacaya is a stratovolcano located in Guatemala, approximately 30 kilometers south of the capital city, Guatemala …
Talk about a tough but incredibly rewarding hike! We started our hike around 3:00 pm after our bus dropped us off at the trailhead of Volcan Acatenango. (We started later in the day as we are wrapping up our medical mission in town. If I were to hike it again I would start earlier in …
Antigua, located in the central highlands of Guatemala, is a historic city that transports visitors back in time with its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture (remodeled by continuous tremors) and rich cultural heritage. Founded in 1524, Antigua was once the capital of the Spanish Kingdom of Guatemala and has since become a popular tourist destination, attracting …
Hiking superstition ridgeline This Hike is No Joke but SO Worth It! Be prepared to lose the trail at times, take snack breaks, take in Arizona’s incredible desert scenery, and work up a sweat! Below is some details and recommendations about the do’s and don’t recommended when deciding to tackle this hike. Details: Difficulty: …
Time to escape Arizona to experience the changing leaves, brisk temperatures, beautiful clear waters of Lake Tahoe, CA. Below you can find: -Things to do -Places to Stay -Places to Eat Things to do Hiking Moraine Trail (Easy) Length: 2.1mi RT (round-trip) Elevation Gain: 55ft Details: Dog friendly, Kid friendly. Beautiful EASY hike that follows Fallen …
It’s fall in arizonalet’s go hiking Want to go see the fall colors Arizona offers? Scroll down For great hiking trails that will lead you to some of the BEST hikes to experience fall colors in Arizona! Aspen Nature Loop Trail – Flagstaff, AZ Length: 2.7mi RT Difficulty: easy-moderate Details: dog and kid friendly Fall color …
Even though Arizona is known for its vast desert, it is home to 128 lakes providing multiple bodies of water to take your kayak and/or paddle board for a day out on the water. Below is a list of recommended lakes for a great day on the water soaking up that Arizona sunshine. https://farzak.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IMG_8033.mov Saguaro …
Man oh Man…What An Adventure that we HIGHLY recommend to put on your bucket list! This adventure is worth carving out 3 days and 2 nights to experience it fully! If you love hot springs, kayaking, camping under the stars, this is an adventure you don’t want to miss! Read the article below for a …
I may be bias but Arizona has some of the most incredibly diverse back country canyoneering you can find! From exploring the red rocks of Sedona to bushwhacking through the forests of Payson, Arizona will keep you AWmazed. Below are a few of the incredible canyoneering and rappelling trips we highly recommend to check off …
Well, with last minute planning our Rim to Rim Grand Canyon hike from South Kaibab to North Kaibab Trail was a success! There were lots of picturesque sights, laughs, frustrations, sore muscles but in the end we made it! Below are a few tips and tricks to make your trek a success and one that …
Desert Hikes. Water Hikes. Mountain Hikes…Arizona has a trail for that! Below is a list of top recommended hikes in Arizona depending on what mood you are in that day. I LOVE using the AllTrails app as it provides great information about each trail with reviews! Type of Hikes Water Hikes Desert Hikes Mountain Hikes …
Want to kayak/paddle the salt river? Not sure the lengths of time needed for each stretch? Look Below: Water Users –> Pebble Beach: 30-40min Water Users –> Usery Pass (Salt river tubing) Exit: 1.5-2hrs Water Users –> Coons Bluff: 2.5-3hrs Water Users –> Phon D Sutton: 2.75-3.5hrs Water Users–> Granite Reef: 3.5hrs-4.5hrs Pebble Beach –> Usery Pass (salt river tubing) …
