15 Best Day trips from Vancouver BC
Vancouver, British Columbia is one of the most beautiful and fun cities to visit in the world. In addition to the delights of the city just outside the city and endless adventures to experience and explore. As a near neighbor to the south in Seattle, I’ve had the opportunity...
Best things to do at Eklutna Lake near Anchorage
Eklutna Lake is a fantastic day trip from Anchorage or Wasilla, extremely popular with locals and visitors alike for its summer lake fun from camping to fishing to hiking, biking and kayaking. This is one of my favorite places for a low key fun day enjoying an Alaska summer...
Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle 7 day Itinerary
If you’re looking for an urban seven day trip to see the best cities of the Pacific Northwest, with beautiful ferry rides through islands in view of towering mountains, then a Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle week long trip is for you! You’ll get to experience the best of the...
How to Hike the Harding Icefield Trail near Seward
The Harding Icefield trail is possibly the most spectacular view hike in Alaska. With a multitude of unforgettable and stunning hikes there is stiff competition, but most Alaskans will tell you this is one of the best, if not the best hike around. If you’re a hiker and you...
Hiking the Albert Loop Trail near Anchorage
If you’re looking for a beautiful and mellow hike near Anchorage, or place to stretch your legs on an Alaskan road trip, the Albert Loop trail at the Eagle River Nature Center might be the perfect hike for you. The Albert Loop trail is a great beginner family friendly hike...
Top 20 Mellow Hikes near Seattle from a Seattleite
Looking for a fantastic hike near Seattle but confused about all your options? Are you a beginner looking for hikes that aren’t extremely steep? I’ve got you! I’m a born and raised Seattleite and have loved hiking here my whole life. These are my Top 20 mellow hikes near...
Do you need Travel Insurance for Alaska?
Travel insurance is not the most exciting topic in travel planning, but it’s an important one to think about and not just for international travel. Travel insurance is an important consideration if you’re planning an Alaska trip. I lived in Alaska for 7 years and now I help people...
13 Best Waterfall Hikes near Seattle
What hiker doesn’t love a stunning waterfall hike? Waterfalls are an ideal destination for a hike, especially in a rainy climate like Seattle. I’m a born and raised Seattelite and I’ve loved these trails my whole life. I’ve curated my list of the very best waterfall hikes near Seattle...
5 Best Spots for Cross Country Skiing in Fairbanks, Alaska
When I lived in Fairbanks, cross country skiing was the activity that got me through the winter. I learned to cross country ski here and when I visit, cross country skiing in Fairbanks is one of the highlights for me and a good reason to go in winter. There...
10 Best Weekend Getaways from Vancouver
One of the wonderful things about Vancouver is the all the other amazing places that are close enough for a weekend getaway (or an addition to your Vancouver Itinerary if you’re a visitor). In just a couple hours, you can be in a completely different landscape or climate, a...