The west side of Oahu is a beautiful stretch of island paradise. Beaches, caves, hikes are spread throughout the west coast. After living on the island for two years I compiled a list of the Best West Oahu Beaches. I’ve also added in a few links to tours or activities that are available at each beach or …
Located along the southern slopes of the Himalayan mountain ranges, Nepal is home to the highest mountains in the world including Mt. Everest. Kathmandu is the capital and an excellent place to stay in Nepal. It’s the largest city in the Himalayas, also best-known as the city of ancient temples. I’ve stayed in Kathmandu many …
This is your ultimate guide to cliff jumping on Oahu. The cliffs and waterfalls throughout the island make the perfect spot for cliff diving. I love a good cliff jump so I put together a list of all of the best spots for cliff jumps on Oahu. READ FIRST: Before you get to the list …
For those traveling to Hawaii, you may be wondering where to stay on Oahu. That depends entirely on the kind of traveler you are and what you want from your vacation. Different parts of the island offer a mix of luxury resorts, family-friendly hotels, and budget accommodations. These range from secluded oceanfront bungalows costing several …
Looking for the best waterfalls on Oahu, Hawaii? This list covers all of the top waterfalls, best waterfalls to swim in and best waterfalls for cliff jumping. There are actually hundreds of waterfalls on Oahu but most of them are deep in the forest or inaccessible amidst the steep ridges of the island. However, there …
What to do on Oahu? Any idea where to start? I have created the Ultimate Oahu bucket list for inspiration about the best things to do on Oahu, Hawaii. This incredible island has great beaches, hikes, waterfalls, snorkeling spots, and restaurants to try. I’ve got you covered with them all so see how many items on …
Four years ago I trekked the Everest Base Camp circuit and it was my first big multi-day trek. I loved it despite the food poisoning and altitude sickness debacles. It was the beginning of my trekking journey and something I look back on fondly. This time, I returned to Nepal with much more trekking experience …
The Manaslu Circuit Trek is an off-the-beaten-path trail in the Himalayas of Nepal. The route leads you up and around the base of Mount Manaslu as you stay each night in different Tibetan villages along the way. The scenery is incredible, especially the last few days of the circuit as you reach heights of above …
It’s been four years since I was last in Nepal. It was still my first year of solo travel when I arrived into Kathmandu in 2017. I liked hiking but didn’t know much about multi-day trekking. To be honest, I didn’t even own any pants at that point in time. So thinking about heading out …
It was mission impossible. To just. go off on a solo adventure in Tanzania seemed like I was trying to break the law. From necessary park rangers, to required guidesby government law, it was just never allowed. Finally, I heard it was legal. tohike alone in Usambara, mostly because it’s not a hiking destination and …
The Usambara Mountains are one of the hidden gems of Tanzania. A rich biodiversity hotspot with lush forests, incredible cliffs and mountain ranges, a network of local villages, and rare wildlife such as chameleons. Lushoto is the main town in the region and acts as the entry point to the mountains. It’s here that I …
One of my goals or ‘new year resolutions’ this year was to do more camping, through hiking, and just get comfortable spending more nights up in the mountains in different conditions. It might sound pretty basic but it involves traveling with suitable camping and sleeping set-ups. I also need to do research on weather and …