One of the best cycling trails in the western US is the 73-mile-long Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes in northern Idaho. It’s a fully paved, mostly flat trail located in the Idaho panhandle between Plummer and Mullan. The Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes takes you over the cool-looking Chatcolet Bridge, along Coeur d’Alene Lake and …
Beijing, the capital of China, is in stark contrast to my hometown, Shanghai. From the tranquil elegance of the Temple of Heaven to the majestic grandeur of the imperial palaces, Discovery in Beijing is a journey through centuries of civilization. Throughout its illustrious past, Beijing has served as the political, economic, and cultural life for …
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The Lofoten Islands were on my radar for decades – long before drool-worthy Instagram photos made an appearance. It all started with a slide show (remember those?) put on by a kayaking company in Boulder, Colorado. While we never did kayak, I think you’ll find this 7-day Lofoten Islands itinerary with a hiking focus has …
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I love camping especially in the backcountry when I don’t have a cell signal – but scoring campsites – whether front country or backcountry – is getting harder with every passing year. Tourists are nothing new, but COVID showed the locals how much fun it was to be outdoors. Most recently Alberta has seen a …
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The southernmost tip of Vestågøya in the Lofoten Islands is the home of the Nonstinden and Ballstadheia hike combination – offering up spectacular views over Ballstad and the Vestfjord. Make it into a seven kilometre loop hike and include the scenic rugged coastal walk around Brurstolen. Nonstinden is the high point of the hike from …
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