Tag: Outdoors

Here’s How We Enjoyed the Bad Weather in Banff National Park

The Canadian Rockies are infamous for having weather conditions that change drastically from minute to minuteā€”so don’t forget to always carry sunscreen. Even though our trip was in mid-September, I wasn’t surprised to encounter some bad weather in Banff. Most of our days were completely socked in with fog...

Algarve, Portugal: 6 Things You Shouldn’t Miss

Algarve, Portugal has become one of the biggest tourist destinations in the country. The one-of-a-kind beaches, towering sea cliffs, lively fishing villages, and fresh seafood are just a few reasons tourists travel here. If heading to Algarve, make sure not to miss these six things: Benagil Cave Called the...

10 Great Gift Ideas for the Outdoor and Adventure Enthusiast in Your Life

Coming up with unique and thoughtful gift ideas that the recipient will actually use can be a challenge. If the person is always outdoors hiking, camping, or boating, there are lots of new tools and gadgets out there. Other great outdoor gift ideas are experiences. Not only will they...

Lost and Abroad: Year in Review 2017

The new year is almost upon us! Is it just me or did this year just fly by. With so many great adventures and stories to tell, I couldn’t mention everything, so I’ve compiled just a few of my favorite memories, photos, articles and more from this year. Let’s...

32 Things I Miss About Hawaii, and 3 Things I Don’t

Hawaii will always be my home. It’s where I grew up, made my first friends, went to high school, and therefore remains a significant part of my complex cultural identity. I can’t believe it’s been so long, but I left Hawaii over seven years ago! I’ve been back for...

Gola di Gorropu, the Hidden Gem of Sardinia

Visitors to Sardinia often spend their entire vacation on the coast and completely overlook Gola di Gorropu. Luckily, I was staying in Cala Gonone, not too far from Gola di Gorropu and I decided to skip a day at the beach and head inland for some hiking. It turned...