The minibus wound its way along the National Highway, leaving Manila's concrete jungle behind as the landscape gradually transformed into a tapestry of green fields and distant mountains. I was headed to Zambales, a province on the western coast of Luzon that had long captured my imagination with promises of pristine beaches and hidden coves. After four hours of travel, the familiar salt-tinged breeze of the West Philippine Sea welcomed me to … [Read more...]
Visiting Mt. Lassen National Park
A part of the Cascades range, Mt. Lassen is a dormant volcano outside of Chester, California. While the volcano is considered dormant, it last erupted in 1915 and has many geologically active features, such as mud pots and hot springs. During the winter, this park is nearly inaccessible due to snowfall, but from late spring to early fall, it is a paradise for outdoor explorers and day trippers alike. Much of Mt. Lassen National Park can be … [Read more...]
Nature Within Walls: The Remarkable Wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater
About Kate K.F Hi Everyone! My name is Kate and I am a Tanzania-based safari specialist and writer with a passion for wildlife conservation. I have spent years exploring Tanzania’s national parks and game reserves, where I gained a deep knowledge of well-known Tanzania destinations—including the legendary Ngorongoro Crater location, the Serengeti National Park and Lake Manyara amongst many others. Through my company BornWild, I tailor private … [Read more...]
Tarlac: The Heart of Central Luzon
The morning sun cast long shadows across the sugarcane fields as I made my way north from Manila along the MacArthur Highway. Like many travelers before me, I had always seen Tarlac as a place to pass through – a mere waypoint on the journey to more famous destinations in the Philippines' northern reaches. But something made me stop this time, drawn by whispers of historic haciendas, sacred mountains, and a culture that blends the Kapampangan, … [Read more...]
Albay: A Splendid Volcano Province
Nestled in the Bicol Region of the Philippines, Albay Province stands as a testament to nature's raw beauty and human resilience. This remarkable destination, approximately 450 kilometers southeast of Manila, offers visitors an extraordinary blend of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and culinary delights, all under the watchful gaze of the perfectly cone-shaped Mayon Volcano. The province's crown jewel, Mount Mayon, locally known as … [Read more...]
Discovering The Best Place To Stay In Ecuador
Hostels conjure a lot of negative images—from shit horror movies, to loud snoring, to lack of privacy. I’ve experienced the downsides of them. But when you stay at a good one... man is it good. The Best Hostel I’ve Ever Stayed At Without further ado... The Secret Garden Cotopaxi in Ecuador. Let me start with the value of the place. My 3-day, 2-night package included: Transport from Quito (Cotopaxi is a couple of hours away). … [Read more...]
Hiking Acatenango | Tales from the Top of a Volcano
Isabella talks about the four crucial pieces of advice she’d give to any traveler about to do the Acatenango Volcano Hike, based on her own experiences of hiking Acatenango Volcano this year in January. Climbing Acatenango Volcano is a rite of passage for just about anybody traveling through Guatemala. I had heard of it before we went to Guatemala and I knew I wanted to do it, but I didn’t realize quite how popular it would be; it was the talk … [Read more...]
Nature and hiking adventure day trips and mini-breaks from Barcelona
Catalonia has incredibly green natural parks. Unlike the southern parts of Spain (which can be a savannah type landscape) the natural spaces in Catalonia have much greater bio-diversity with some beautiful forests, mountains, deltas and coastline ideal for hiking, nature and adventure escapes. Easy hiking for beginners and families with young children in Collserola park Behind Barcelona is the sierra de Collserola mountain range and the 84.65 … [Read more...]
Is Volcanic Tourism a Thing?
Believe it or not, but volcanic tourism is an increasingly popular travelling niche offering those with an adventurous side the opportunity to witness the beauty and raw power of both active and dormant volcanoes. Recently, volcanic tourism has been attracting travellers and nature enthusiasts from all over the world. Whether it’s hiking through hardened lava fields, witnessing bubbling hot springs, waterskiing the surrounding lakes or heading … [Read more...]
Why We Chose the Springs Resort in Costa Rica for Our Wedding
Choosing a wedding venue is never an easy task! We looked at venues in our local area of Fort Lauderdale, Miami, all the way to the Caribbean islands, and many beach resorts in Costa Rica prior to choosing The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal, Costa Rica. Today I’ll share with you what led to this decision and why we feel like this is one of the most unique weddings ever crafted. About The Springs Resort in Costa Rica The Springs Resort and … [Read more...]
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