A virtual version of this hike is what inspired our trip to Banff and I am so glad it did. While we had many great adventures in Banff, this adventure in itself was definitely worth the trip. Thanks to travel advisor extraordinaire Dash and Ramble, we were able to spend ample (though it’s never enough!)…
Lake Louis Sunset
I don’t know what’s better – the rocky mountains, the turquoise lake, the glaciers in the distance or the cotton candy clouds. I can say, with extreme confidence, that they make a magical combination!
Lake Agnes Hike – Banff National Park
If you like the idea of having a tea house on your hike, this is the adventure for you! Lake Agnes was on our very long bucket list of Banff hikes and it ended up making the cut mostly because of the tea house. Having hiked mostly in the US, I had never heard of…
Sulphur Mountain Hike – Banff National Park
As much as I love to climb mountains, my ideal mountain hike would almost always involve a challenging climb up and a safe and comfortable ride down. This is rarely an actual thing, but that’s the beauty of Sulphur Mountain – there is a gondola. With a one-way option you can hike up, but you…
Banff Springs Sunset
I came to Banff for amazing scenery and ample hiking opportunities. I was not expecting amazing sunsets, and they were such an added bonus. They also required staying up a little later than I had hoped to. That northern sun sets super late (in the summer) and I was wiped out every day from all…
Perseverance Trail Hike – Ketchikan, Alaska
Just a few miles north of downtown Ketchikan, the Perseverance Lake Trail is a perfect escape into the Tongass National Forest. At just under 6 miles round trip, you can definitely get a workout in while enjoying the lush beauty of the surrounding rainforest. The total elevation is around 450, so the grade is perfect…
Corn and Nectarine Summer Salad
This salad is perfect on a hot summer day when turning on an oven, stove or even a grill is the last thing you want to do. The seasonal ingredients compliment each other well and make a great side or main dish. Recipe serves 1-2 as a dinner salad or 3-4 as a side. If…
Kapalua Coastal Trail Hike – Maui, Hawaii
You can’t go wrong with this hike and it’s such a fun one to explore and make your own. It is short, has breathtaking views, many of spots to go off trail, climb around or just chill at the beach. With so many welcome distractions, it’s definitely not a hike you want to take too…
ATV Off-Roading Adventure – Maui, Hawaii
This was such a fun way to spend a morning in Maui. We booked with Maui Off-Road Adventures and selected a morning time slot to beat the heat. The entire tour was two hours total, and that felt like just the right amount of time. It’s pretty action-packed, as you spend most of the time…