A common myth is that the Camino de Santiago is a single trail. It’s instead a sprawling network of ancient routes that go across Europe, all converging at the tomb of St. James in Santiago de Compostela (not all roads lead to Rome). Because the network is so expansive due to pilgrims coming from all across the…
There are travel experiences that stick with you, and then there are those that shake you to your core, moments so surreal they make you question reality. Seeing the Northern Lights in Kirkenes, Norway, falls into that second category. It’s not just another trip; it’s an expedition into the Arctic wilderness, a front-row seat to…
Some travel experiences aren’t just about the destination; they’re about the moments that make you stop in awe, overwhelmed by the sheer majesty of the world. Chasing the northern lights, nature’s most jaw-dropping light show, is one of those experiences that has failed me spectacularly over the past decade. Multiple trips to Iceland and Alaska…
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Do you need reservations to visit Santa Cruz Island? Yes. Reservations need to be made in advance through Island Packers for the ferry. If you plan to camp overnight, campsite reservations are required separately through Recreation.gov. Both ferry tickets and campsite sell out quickly especially during peak seasons. When is the best time to visit…
Is 2026 officially a super bloom year? The Death Valley 2026 wildflower bloom is already underway and park officials think there is a very real possibility of seeing a super bloom. When was the last major super bloom? 2016 was the last time there was a widely recognized super bloom in Death Valley. How long…
Camping at Dry Tortugas National Park offers one of the most unique ways to experience it, especially once the day-trippers go home. You will practically have the entire island completely to yourself. Camping offers rare opporunties that few get – a chance to enjoy the park’s stunning sunsets, mavel at the canopy of stars that…
Start early (or go late) Logan Pass parking fills up quickly in summer. Early morning and later afternoon are the best times to avoid the biggest crowds and have a better chance of finding parking. Best times to drive Sun Road Before 8 AM After 4 PM Use the Glacier Shuttle The Glacier shuttle…