Europe

Belgium: Gent Urban Walk

Although initially interested in wandering through the well-preserved historical town, I was put on to the local street art scene by a friend from Paris who recommended I check it out. Read more…

 

Croatia: Mount Vojak

I picked out a basic route up Mt. Vojak with the goal of beginning at the sea shore in Lovran front and climbing the 1,400 m to the top of Croatia’s third highest peak. Read more…

 

Italy: Sentiero Del Viadante

Hiking the Wanderer’s Trail between Bellano and Verenna with views of Lake Como. This walk is part of a 45 km, millennia old route – perfect for someone looking for a challenge while not going too far off into nature.  Read more…

 

 

 

 

Italy: Alpe Guimello

After a few days in Italy I am feeling settled in and already diving right into both the lake (it’s cold) and the regional foods (yum, yum). My jet lag has finally gone so yesterday I decided to hike and was as easy as just stepping out the door. Read more…

 

Scotland: Cities and Mountains

Scotland has been home for the past two weeks and the experience has actually been very comfortable. I’ve always wanted to visit Scotland but felt overwhelmed by the number of fascinating places to go and wonderful things to see. Read more… 

Slovenia: Lake Bled

I fell in love right away despite the constant rain and thought the local people were really nice – one person offered to drive me to my guesthouse after watching me wander around the village searching for the right road. Read more…

 

 

Spain: Ruta Del Cares

Ruta del Cares is one of my all-time favorite hikes. Not only is it a beautiful journey through nature but the heights give it a scary edge, making it just as challenging mentally as it is physically.  Read more…