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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…
The Olomana hike out by Kailua is not one for the faint of heart. By that I mean it will not only get your heart pumping from the steep incline, it may also be racing from the crazy heights. Here’s what you need to know about hiking Olomana Trail. Olomana Trail (Three Peaks) Hike Updated: 2023….
One of the best ways to enjoy Hawaii’s natural beauty is through hikes. You get to make your way through all sorts of landscapes and terrains, from valleys, ridges, mountains, and cliffs. Not to mention the breathtaking skies that await you! We have enjoyed hiking on Oahu together for many years. This is the island…
Hopefully it’s not a secret to other Oregonians, but I do wonder how many outside of the Pacific Northwest even know that Silver Falls exists. If we’re comparing natural beauty, this state park easily contends with big name destinations on a global scale. Although it’s also Oregon’s largest state park, perhaps it has yet to…
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…
The Kamananui Valley Road is a peaceful trail originating at Moanalua Valley Park with no particular destination. The journey is four miles one way on a wide, mostly flat, dirt and gravel road. The road does continue a bit further and there are options to follow mountain trails or detour off on side trails along…
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…
When searching for the best places to visit and things to do in a new place, we’re partial to the recommendations of Peace Corps Volunteers. Today, we’re happy to bring you a guest post about an incredible off-the-beaten path trek in Peru from Lily, who just completed her two years of service in the country. If…
We’ve always called this the Wilhelmina Rise hike, although the trail name is Mau’umae Trail and it’s also known 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…
While the Galapagos and the Amazon might have the best name recognition in Ecuador, the most visited area of the country is actually the Andes Mountain region – and we’ve seen why! The mountains, volcanoes, and valleys are stunning. We found travel through the Andes to be relatively easy and affordable, and we highly recommend it….