by John | Oct 6, 2025 | HIKING, ICELAND
OVERVIEW The Fimmvörðuháls day hike is one of those rare trails that feels like stepping into several different worlds in a single day. Tucked away in the heart of southern Iceland, it combines waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic craters, and lush valleys in a single,...
by John | Sep 6, 2025 | ICELAND
OVERVIEW Iceland’s highlands are a vast, untamed wilderness where glaciers, volcanic peaks, lava fields, lush canyons, and rivers come together to create some of the country’s most dramatic and otherworldly landscapes. Remote and largely untouched, this region...
by John | Jul 30, 2025 | CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK, HIKING
OVERVIEW The Cassidy Arch Trail in Capitol Reef National Park offers a stunning combination of dramatic scenery, fascinating geology, and a taste of Wild West history. The 3.4-mile round-trip hike winds through iconic Southwestern terrain, showcasing sweeping canyon...
by John | Jul 18, 2025 | CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK, HIKING
OVERVIEW Capitol Reef National Park, one of Utah’s “Mighty Five” national parks, is a hidden gem of the American Southwest. Known for its colorful cliffs, rugged canyons, and the striking Waterpocket Fold—a 100-mile-long geologic wrinkle—this park offers a quieter and...
by John | Jul 15, 2025 | HIKING, ITALY, SWITZERLAND
OVERVIEW Thinking about hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB)? You’re in for something special. This legendary trek loops around the Mont Blanc massif, taking you through France, Italy, and Switzerland over about 170 kilometers of jaw-dropping alpine scenery. ...