I’ve been confined to a desk job for over 6 months now, and it is really making me reflect on the ways that your work defines your lifestyle. For example, I do like having my own big comfy mattress to fall into every night, and …
3 Times I’ve Found Airfare to be Surprisingly Cheap
I absolutely love it when traveling somewhere ends up being less expensive and more accessible than you previously would have guessed. It makes any adventure seem that much more attainable! Here are three times when I was daydreaming about a trip, did some research, then …
When in Japan…Travel to Mt. Fuji
My first major excursion in Japan was to (of course) see Mt. Fuji. I love hiking and backpacking, so I was bummed to learn that the main climbing season had just ended due to monsoons. It normally lasts from mid-July to mid-September, so try to …
Blue Waters of Desolation Wilderness, California
I backpacked a 30 mile loop in Desolation Wilderness with some friends. We found some absolutely GORGEOUS lakes, part of what the wilderness area is well known for. The sit in granite basins carved out from the last ice age. When we were ready to …
7 Things Not to Miss Out on in Nepal
1. Trekking in the Himalayas View of the Annapurna Mountains from Poon Hill, shortly after sunrise This one’s obvious. I trekked in the Annapurna Mountain Range. If you do, definitely try the Poon Hill sunrise trek from Ghorepani, to watch sunlight literally wash over a Himalayan panorama. …
5 Reasons Why You Should Camp in a Jungle
So I love camping just about anywhere! When I was growing up, my Dad would take my brother, sister, and I camping…in our backyard. Haha. Nothing too adventurous, but still tons of fun. I’ve since been camping on beaches, in deserts, on mountains, and in …
Canyon of Canyons
The Grand Canyon from the Bright Angel Trail, from my time working on a trail crew in 2016
Wandering Around Durbar Square
I snapped this photo wandering around Durbar Square of Kathmandu, Nepal. Durbar Square is a cultural HUB, and definitely a spot not to miss. I remember the first time I was there learning the entrance fee was 750 nepalese ruppees (just over $7 USD), and …
