If you’re staying at Eagle Crest and looking for easy outdoor adventures, you don’t have to go far to find great options. From mellow river walks to scenic ridge trails and paved resort loops, here are the best easy hikes and paths you can enjoy right from the neighborhood, based on our personal experience while…
Cinque Terre is a magical destination with great opportunities for scenic hiking on the coast of Italy. Although several of the main trails have been closed, you can still fulfill the dream of hiking Cinque Terre. This post covers everything you need to know about visiting Cinque Terre to hike in 2026. Updated: December 2025….
Wa’ahila Ridge Trail is one of a series of hiking trails in the ridges and valleys on the outskirts of Honolulu. Located at the top of St. Louis heights, this moderately challenging hike offers nice views and varied terrain. Compared to the Wilhelmina Rise hike on the next ridge over, this hike has a little bit less of…
To truly enjoy Hawaii’s natural beauty, we recommend hitting the trails. Oahu has many beautiful hikes to explore around the island. Here is our guide to the best hikes on Oahu for visitors, plus some hiking tips to help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience. * Access our free Hawaii packing checklist here…
June 5, 2021 is National Trails Day. To help promote and celebrate the importance of trails, we’ve updated our Top Hikes list. Find a National Trails Day event near you Our Best Hikes and Trails Around the World Though National Trails Day takes place in the United States, we couldn’t help but include some favorite…
Jardin, Colombia is a pueblo patrimonio (designated heritage town) that has become a popular weekend trip from Medellin. Among the colorful little town’s many attractive qualities is its stunning setting in lush green mountains. Coupled with the mild climate of the Antioquia region, Jardín is perfect for outdoors adventures like hiking. Hiking in Jardin: 2 Great Hikes…
We’ve always called this the Wilhelmina Rise hike, although the trail name is Mau’umae Trail (known also as Lanipo). This is one of several ridge hikes between the valleys east of Honolulu city center, off Highway 1. In our opinion, the first section of the trail is the perfect first Oahu hike for visitors. You…
The mountain town of Girón is about a one-hour, $1 bus ride from Cuenca, Ecuador and is best known for the spectacular waterfalls in the hills above the town. While most people visit the lower falls just a short walk from the “check in station,” those up for an adventure (and a real work out) will not be…
Cajas National Park is a UNESCO-protected site just outside of Cuenca, Ecuador. Because of its location near the equator and directly on top of the Continental Divide, this may be the only place at such a high altitude (13-14,000 ft) where it never snows! This post covers things to know about visiting Cajas and hiking in the…