In the winter the town of Banff will transport you to a frozen wonderland of winter fun and adventure. From skiing and snowboarding to snowshoeing, ice skating and dog sledding, Banff is the perfect winter destination for endless outdoor adventure, great dining, and unique opportunities for sightseeing. Banff is located just 90 minutes from Calgary and can be reached easily by car or shuttle. Here are eight winter activities to do in Banff National Park.
The island of Borneo is divided between Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. A massive area with some of the worlds most biodiverse jungles and reefs. From the Malaysian city of Kota Kinabalu you can pack in the action and adventure in just a few short days. Visit orangutans in the jungles, wander empty beaches, snorkel coral reefs and even summit South East Asia’s tallest mountain.
The ultimate planning guide to the Canary Islands will help you decide which island is for you and what activities you can find across the islands.
I had a really difficult time deciding which other islands in the Azores I would choose to visit. I spent several days trying to figure out flight plans and activities that would fit into my schedule. The start of the off-season makes it more difficult to get from...
Sintra is located 30 kilometres from the bustling city of Lisbon. Known for many romantic moments of architecture from the 19th century it is also home to several of Portugal's Royal palaces and was dedicated as a World Heritage City by UNESCO for the very reason....
I have spent much of my life out in the mountains, hiking and exploring as much as I can in the US and abroad. As a young girl my dad brought me out into the wilds of Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and all over the forests of New England inspiring my love for seeing the...
Alice's journey up Mt. Kilimanjaro took place in the beginning of March 2018. She joined a group of other women to reach the summit on International Women's Day. Led by local tour company Eco-Africa climbing they traveled up the Machame route on a 7 day journey to the...
In 1419 ships on a mission for Henry the Navigator hit the coastline of Madeira. Located just 250 miles from the coast of Africa and the Canary Islands this 286sq mile Island is one of Europe’s best kept secrets. Known for Madeira wine, gastronomy, history, culture...
Mayan Ruins of Belize & Guatemala Central America is a hot seat for Mayan ruins, with several ancient cities throughout the ancient area of Mesoamerica, and no trip to Belize or Guatemala would be complete without a few stops to see some of these historic cities....
Alice travels to Ambergris Caye in Belize for a fun filled week of Scuba Diving the Belize Barrier Reef, the Great Blue Hole and the island. She comes face to face with sharks, turtles and rays while exploring the many reefs around Ambergris Caye. The island of...
