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September 2015

Dare to trip.

"The mountains are calling and I must go" - John Muir

Pinnacles National Park – Campground

What Pinnacles Campground offers tent camping and RV sites. The campsite is nice, but watch out for raccoons – they run rampant on the campground. Make good use of the food storage and in case you’re in need, the campground store sells alcohol. Where Pinnacles Campground is located in the unique Pinnacles National Park, 32 […]

Bear Gulch Cave Trail – Pinnacles National Park

What? Bear Gulch Cave Trail is an easy hike and good for families, but do take caution navigating through the cave since it can be quite dark, therefore a flashlight is required. The Bear Gulch Cave trail is open seasonally depending on the presence of the colony bats. The lower half of the trail is […]

Backpacking Sky Trail – Point Reyes, CA

What? The Sky Trail is a short distance backpacking trip starting at Bear Valley to Sky camp. The trail is only 2.9 miles but it can be quite strenuous because more than half of the time you’re on an incline. This route showcased only a small view of the ocean from a distance, nevertheless it […]

Lima, Peru

What? Lima is is a city full of life and rich in history. Their pisco sours are to-die-for and I can still taste the delicious mouthwatering ceviche that we ordered at every restaurant that we visited while there. There are many historical landmarks to visit during the day and a fun nightlife can be experienced […]

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Peru

What? Backpacking the Inca Trail is a once-in-lifetime adventure. This spectacular trek takes you through a combination of Inca ruins, stunning mountain views, exotic vegetation and wildlife. The trail goes over high passes with unforgettable views. A reasonable level of fitness is highly recommended to take on this 4 day hike and most importantly, be […]

Machu Picchu, Peru

What? The ancient ruins of Machu Picchu continue to peak the interests of travelers since its modern rediscovery. This 15th century design lies on a ridge of the Andes Mountains, 2,430 m above sea-level, cleverly tucked away by the Incans. A citadel, theorized to function either as a sacred religious center or a royal estate, […]

Cusco, Peru

What? Cusco is a fascinating city that was once the capitol of the Inca Empire. The city has a well preserved colonial architecture and evidence of a rich and complex history. It is well worth it to spend a couple of days in Cusco if taking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, as there other […]

Bà Nà Hills – Da Nang, Vietnam

What? Ba Na Hills involves many sight-seeing activities, an amusement park, hotels and restaurants situated on top of a mountain. However, the adventure starts on the ride up to the longest cable car in the world boasting spectacular views. Where? Ba Na Hills is a family friendly resort located in Da Nang, Vietnam. How? This […]

Hội An, Vietnam

What? Hội An is a city known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, a South-East Asian trading port from the 15th to the 19th century. Its architecture exhibit the influences of both local and foreign with styles of mixed eras combined. For instance, wooden Chinese shop houses and temples, colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses […]

Thap Ba Hot Springs, Nha Trang, Vietnam

What? Thap Ba Hot Springs is one of Nha Trang’s most popular tourist attractions. There are several mud bath and hot spring spa locations around Nha Trang, but Thap Ba Hot Springs is affordable and has good ratings on TripAdvisor. They offer both private and shared pools at reasonable prices. Where? Thap Ba Hot Springs […]

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