The Lagoa do Vento waterfall hike is a great adventure for those looking for a big waterfall without a monstrous hike. After just 3.3 kilometers on the trail, you will get to enjoy a swim in the massive lagoon at the base of Lagoa do Vento waterfall, which is a pretty magical spot for a …
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Every adventure begins with an uneasy atmosphere of naivety, expectations, and a willingness to delve into the unknown. Our journey along the ‘Royal Path’ known as Caminho Real 23 was definitely set to be a week of challenges and first-hand insight into the past and the present of Madeira Island. CAMINHO REAL 23 INFORMATION The …
Sitting in the long grass on top of Cerro Picacho in Ola, we slowly watched the illumination of the epic ridges all around us until we had become ants amidst a golden glow in what is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Panama Cerro Picacho Ola Hike At 4 am we woke up in the …
Located between Portugal and the northwest coast of Africa, Madeira Island is the largest island of the Portuguese archipelago. While the rest of Europe battles a cold winter, Madeira enjoys great weather all year! It has dramatic cliffs, volcanic rock pools, lush UNESCO forests, great levada walks, and incredible hiking trails. There are a lot …
It is hard for me to choose but I think Cocle is my favorite province in Panama. The hiking was really next level and we had some awesome adventures, far away from any tourists or crowds. It was raw, off-the-beaten-path adventure. From epic waterfall hikes to sunrises spent on top of ridges, Cocle Province had …
Panama is one of my favorite countries in the world! You are reading this right now so it means you are probably traveling to Panama soon, so go through this whole article and when you’ve finished, you’ll be prepared for everything and anything Panama tries to throw at you. If you’re looking to run wild on …
My first hike in Cocle was a short, sweet, and eventually very wet trek to the summit of Cerra Cara Iguana. El Valle de Anton is actually a giant volcanic crater. It is said to be the only volcanic crater, which is inhabited. It’s pretty crazy to think that at some stage a key decision-maker decided …
Without a doubt, Madeira is one of the best island destinations in the world. Its dramatic coastline, black sand beaches, and crystal clear waters lure travelers far and wide. And while the mountain trails and levada walks are also stunning, seeing the island from the sea is an unparalleled experience. I based in Madeira for …
Madeira Island is one of the best travel destinations in Europe. With stunning coastal views, hiking trails for all levels, and rich culture, Madeira has something for everyone. As a result, the island boasts diverse adventure offerings and local experiences for the intrepid traveler. I based in Madeira for six months to explore as much …
Six years ago I hit publish on the Journey Era blog. Little did I know, the moment my finger clicked that button my life would change forever. I was living on Oahu at the time, which is a tropical island in Hawaii. I was in the last semester of my journalism degree. Sitting in the …
After a few tricky hikes in Hawaii it was time to put my ankle to the test with a multi-day trek and climb in Nepal. We set off on the Langtang Valley Trek, which is usually a 7-day roundtrip journey. However, we added a Yala Peak climb to the middle section of the trip extending …
Hawaii can be many things to many different people. In this period, it was my recovery center. I ended up staying for almost two months on Oahu and went from barely being able to walk when I arrived compared to hiking a vertical kilometer through tough terrain the day before I left. It wasn’t a …