65 articles tagged with kayaking
There's something almost spiritual about trading the bustling streets of Paris for the pristine wilderness of Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. As someone who spends most days discussing the terroir of Burgundy and Bordeaux, I found an unexpected parallel in Lake Memphremagog's...
Growing up in Edmonton, Vancouver always represented the wild, untamed cousin of Canadian cities to me – where urban sophistication crashes magnificently against primal wilderness. Returning to Canadian soil after years abroad feels like slipping into a familiar sweater, yet...
Let me tell you something about Rapid City that most tourists miss while racing to Mount Rushmore: this place is an investigator's dream of hidden outdoor treasures. After tracking a case that led me through the Black Hills last summer,...
The American Midwest often gets overlooked in conversations about adventure destinations, but as someone who's spent years seeking out the textural nuances of landscapes across continents, I've learned to look beyond the obvious. Janesville, Wisconsin—a place I stumbled upon while...
When most people think Idaho, potatoes immediately spring to mind—much like how children instantly associate doctors with shots! But just as I've spent decades showing my young patients there's more to medicine than needles, I'm here to reveal there's far...
When most folks hear 'Mitchell, South Dakota,' they immediately think of the world-famous Corn Palace. But as someone who builds structures for a living and jumps out of perfectly good aircraft for fun, I'm here to tell you this prairie...
When I first stepped off the cruise ship in Charlotte Amalie with Rahul and our three little ones in tow, I wasn't sure how we'd manage a memorable outdoor adventure without breaking our carefully planned vacation budget. Five visits later,...
The first light of dawn spills over Cadillac Mountain as I stand at its summit, feeling the ancient pulse of Wabanaki territory beneath my feet. There's something about Bar Harbor that speaks to both my Mi'kmaq roots and my adrenaline-seeking...
The first time I stepped onto Hilton Head Island with my daughter Zoe, I knew we'd found something special. This South Carolina gem strikes that perfect balance of natural beauty and family-friendly infrastructure that's increasingly rare these days. After five...
When most travelers think of Tokyo, images of neon-lit streets, cutting-edge technology, and crowded subway cars dominate their imagination. But beneath this ultramodern veneer lies a playground for adventure seekers that often goes unnoticed. During my recent work trip installing...
Seattle has always felt like a curious contradiction to me—a gleaming tech metropolis nestled within an emerald wilderness. Having visited this Pacific Northwest gem multiple times for translation conferences, I've developed a deep appreciation for how the city balances its...
There's something profoundly transformative about exploring Oslo from its waterways and woodlands rather than just its urban core. As someone who has spent considerable time in Norway thanks to my husband's heritage, I've developed a deep appreciation for how this...
Boston has always struck me as a city that breathes differently with each passing season. Having covered sporting events here numerous times over my journalism career, I've developed a profound appreciation for how this historic metropolis transforms itself throughout the...
There exists a place where the veil between the physical and spiritual worlds feels gossamer thin—where ancient rainforests whisper stories of indigenous wisdom, and the Pacific Ocean crashes against rugged shores with rhythmic devotion. Vancouver Island has called to me...
Who says adventure has an age limit? At 61, I've discovered that Costa Rica's Manuel Antonio is the perfect playground for thrill-seekers of all generations. This stunning slice of paradise masterfully balances pristine beaches with lush rainforest, creating an adventure...
