Rio de Janeiro is a fever dream of mountains, beaches, and pure chaos in the best way possible. Whether you’re here to soak in the views from Sugarloaf, sip caipirinhas on Ipanema Beach, or dive into its wild nightlife, Rio delivers. But let me save you from the rookie mistakes (like staying too long in... Continue Reading →
Everything you need to know about gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
If you're thinking about gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, congrats—you’re about to check off one of the coolest experiences on Earth (and possibly the most expensive hour of your life). But trust me, it’s worth every penny. Before you go traipsing through the jungle, there are a few things you need to know—like... Continue Reading →
Explore Zanzibar: A Guide to Adventure and Relaxation
With crystal blue ocean, stellar marine biodiversity, beautiful sunsets, and killer places to stay for all budget-ranges, it's no wonder Zanzibar has become so popular. We wanted to achieve two things when visiting East Africa - adventure, and then relaxation. Zanzibar was our destination for the latter. And it was achieved. But we didn't realize... Continue Reading →
Best 5 Day Banff National Park Itinerary & Surrounding Parks
Banff is such a stunning place: every lake as stunningly blue as the last, beautiful rock formations, glaciers, waterfalls, wildflowers, the list goes on. But like all popular national parks, it can feel a bit like Disneyland at some of the most popular points of interest, we're talking droves of tour buses everywhere, so knowing... Continue Reading →
Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Masai Mara on a Mid-Range Budget
You can't miss the Masai Mara if you're wanting to safari in Kenya. Read the ultimate guide to visiting the Mara on a mid-range budget.