Despite giving it our all, we didn’t get anywhere near the summit of Laila Peak. Our high point was just beyond Camp 2. To be honest, this mountain was far beyond our level. I was up there as the most experienced in our group, which says a lot. In the end, it was a lack …
The Snow Lake Trek is known as one of the most beautiful high-altitude trails in Pakistan. The Lake is actually a high-altitude glacial basian found at the convergence of the Biafo and Hispar glaciers. With a width of more than 16km, this area has the largest concentration of glacial ice outside of Antarctica. Snow Lake …
Without a doubt, the Maldives is a bucket-list luxury travel destination. The island archipelago is famed for its white sandy beaches, turquoise lagoons, and decadent overwater bungalows. But owing to its mass allure, the Maldives has recently seen a proliferation of high-end resorts. And with so many hotels and islands to pick from, it’s difficult …
The Maldives is world-renowned for its extravagant overwater bungalows. Add to that the perfect blues of the Indian Ocean and lush palm tree-laden islands, and you have a bonafide paradise. But with so many luxury resorts offering overwater suites with pools, water slides, butlers, and more, it’s easy to assume the Maldives can’t be done …
After reuniting with Chris and Josh in Skardu, we rolled out of town in a Jeep on our way to the mountain town of Hushe. Here we slept the night at the mountain refuge, our last night in civilization for a couple of weeks. The next morning we set off for our two-week expedition of …
This week involved one of my biggest mishaps of all time as a traveler. It nearly cost me an entire expedition in Pakistan and a couple of thousand dollars. I had two flights to reach Pakistan. The first was from Manila to Doha and the second was from Doha to Islamabad. As I disembarked the …
If you’re searching for the best Maldives honeymoon resorts, I’ve got you covered. Long known for its gorgeous lagoons and luxurious bungalows, the Maldives makes for an unrivaled escape. Each island boasts brilliant white sand and crystal clear waters. Dazzling sunsets are the norm, not the exception. And many of these isles are home to …
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, the Maldives is paradise on earth. Lush tropical palms meet crystal clear waters. Brilliant white sands stretch out in between, and rich coral gardens await offshore. With all this natural beauty, it’s no wonder overwater bungalows and glass floors have taken off in the Maldives. The …
Without a doubt, when people think of the Maldives, they think of overwater bungalows. But not just any stilts overwater. the Maldives is famous for its extravagant water villas. Private infinity pools, glass floors, and waterslides are just a few of the things that come to mind. It’s what’s made the Maldives synonymous with luxury. …
With seven days left in the tropics, I wanted to make the most of the island vibes. I needed to soak it all in before heading out to the hot, merciless deserts and mountains of Pakistan. We kicked off the week with an island hopping trip out of Pamilacan Island. The second adventure of the …
The Maldives is one of the world’s top luxury travel destinations. Known for its opulent overwater bungalows, pristine beaches, and endless infinity pools secluded in far-flung private islands, the Maldives seems impossible to do on a budget. And while “budget” is fairly relative, there are a number of luxury resorts in the Maldives for less …
After making it back down from Mount Baloy, I pulled up with a bit of a light quad strain. After much deliberation and a few little tests, I had to make the unfortunate decision to call off the rest of the trilogy. They would have to wait for another time. I think the combo of …