Backpacking to Jewell Bay on the northwest shore of Barrier Lake in Kananaskis Country will not wow you like almost any of the other backpacking trips you can do in K-Country. But when you have two young granddaughters (ages 4 and 5) and you didn’t score a camping reservation at the more scenic Point Campground …
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Leaving Lake Titicaca, my plan is to take the train to Cusco and onwards to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. But transportation strikes and not having enough time to risk it, means it’s pretty much a non-starter. So what to do with a few days instead? Where, within reasonable travelling distance, have I not yet …
Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street From chauffeured arrivals to private monument tours, these luxury Washington DC getaway ideas promise sophistication and indulgence. A weekend getaway in Washington, DC, can be exciting and memorable on its own. But with a few thoughtful touches, it can become something …
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The hike to Waterfall Skok, visible from Štrbské Pleso, is perfect for people who only have a half day. It shouldn’t take more than three hours for the return hike – including time to simply hangout by the waterfall. I do however recommend hiking above Waterfall Skok (with the help of chains) to Pleso nad …
Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Credit cards can simplify travel, but not always. Discover when to swipe and when to save. Travel can turn even the most organized budget into a mystery novel. Flights change, snacks multiply, and that one souvenir suddenly feels essential. Many travelers …
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