285 articles tagged with adventure travel
When I first touched down in Ras Al Khaimah with my adventure-hungry friends, I couldn't believe this hidden gem of the UAE had been off my radar for so long. Unlike its flashier neighbor Dubai, RAK (as the locals call...
The island of Oahu conjures images of Waikiki's pristine beaches and North Shore's legendary waves, but tucked away on the leeward side lies Waipahu—a former sugar plantation town with a fascinating ecological tapestry that remains largely unexplored by typical tourists....
The moment I stepped off the plane in Conakry, Guinea's pulsating capital, I was enveloped by the distinctive blend of Atlantic sea breeze, spicy street food aromas, and the unmistakable energy of West Africa. Having visited five times over the...
When most people think of Cancun, they picture pristine beaches and all-inclusive resorts with swim-up bars. But after five visits to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula – including a memorable trip where I explored traditional healing remedies after a friend's severe sunburn...
The Pacific Ocean has always spoken to me in a language of its own—a whispered invitation carried on salt-laden breezes. This summer, I surrendered to its call, embarking on a month-long odyssey that spanned two hemispheres and two remarkable coastal...
Standing at 9,350 feet above sea level, with the scent of eucalyptus and wood smoke hanging in the thin mountain air, I felt my pulse quicken – partly from the altitude, partly from anticipation. Quito isn't just Ecuador's capital; it's...
The first sound that greets you in Siwa isn't visual at all—it's the whisper of sand shifting across ancient limestone formations, a natural rhythm section backing the melody of distant birds. Two weeks ago, I stood atop a forgotten peak...
There's something profoundly transformative about connecting two seemingly disparate worlds through travel. As someone who has spent most of my life navigating between cultures—Indian, Korean, and now as a flight attendant based in Seoul—I've developed a deep appreciation for journeys...
When most think of Utah, winter sports immediately spring to mind. But having spent a gloriously heart-pounding week in Orem and Utah Valley last summer, I can assure you that this magnificent region offers far more than powder-covered slopes. With...
As the train wound its way through mist-shrouded tea plantations toward Kandy, I found myself instinctively checking the window latches—once a safety inspector, always a safety inspector! *Alte Gewohnheiten sind schwer zu brechen*, as my Oma would say. But two...
The predawn air bit at my cheeks as I stood at the base of Tunari Mountain, its silhouette a dark sentinel against the indigo Bolivian sky. At 5,035 meters (16,519 feet), this sleeping giant has watched over Cochabamba for millennia,...
There's something deliciously audacious about pairing two wildly different destinations in a single journey. When a surprise opportunity to guest lecture at Charles University in Prague appeared in my inbox just days after I'd finally secured permits for some lesser-visited...
The first time I visited Taroko Gorge, I did what every tourist does – snapped photos at the main lookouts, walked the popular trails, and called it a day. But after five visits to Taiwan (and counting), I've developed relationships...
The first time I saw the churning waters of the Nile cutting through Uganda's lush landscape, I knew this wasn't going to be anything like navigating an 18-wheeler through a Canadian snowstorm. But here's the thing about driving trucks for...
The first time I laid eyes on Iguazu Falls, I was struck speechless – a rare condition for someone who's made a career out of describing the world's wonders. Standing at the Devil's Throat, with water thundering down from three...