As a 70-something solo female traveler, Deborah Graves challenges preconceptions and stereotypes regularly. To top it off, she is certainly not your average leisure traveler taking the occasional vacation to…
This Surf Community Empowers Women to Challenge the Status Quo
I can tell you countless stories of being one of the only women out in the water. It happens all too frequently. Surfing is a male-dominated sport and, more often…
How Using a Diva Cup Saved My Outdoor Adventure
I was preparing for my third international trip when the thought occurred to me: I will be in a foreign country for an entire month — not the one or…
What You Need to Know About Wild Camping in the UK
The phrase wild camping has always seemed to me to be a bit of a juxtaposition. The ‘camping’ part evokes memories of foldaway chairs, instant hot chocolate and playing cards…
Epic Bucket List Adventures: Seeking the Northern Lights in Iceland
There we were, back at bus stop 1 where we stood with crowds of tourists wearing cozy winter hats, gloves, and extra puffy parkas. The bus took us to the…
The Best Day Hikes in Patagonia You Absolutely Cannot Miss
Anna Richards shares her top day hikes in Patagonia after extensive travels in the region. And no, Torres del Paine isn’t on the list! With my sleeping bag zipped right…
Wondering How to Travel in this New World?
Travel has changed immeasurably in 2020. But what hasn’t changed is our need for connection, for new challenges, and for following our curiosity. We’ve all been wondering how to travel…
Adventure Travel for Women: 20+ Awesome Tips from Outdoors Experts
Adventure travel for women can be empowering, liberating, and exhilirating! Get all the tips you need from our outdoor travel experts on hiking, backpacking, camping, glamping, and more. Getting outdoors…
Desert Rave for One: Solo Camping in Argentina
Solo camping in Argentina turned into quite the adventure for Anna Richards. She shares her experience plus plenty of advice if you want to strike out on your own grand…
Camping 101: A Complete Guide for Beginners
This Camping 101 Guide will help you set off on summertime adventures with confidence. Thanks to Alisha McDarris of Terradrift for sharing her helpful camping tips and expertise! Beach vacays….
Trekking in Bhutan: How a Challenging Journey Became An Epic Adventure
Anubha trekked for days to the Royal Highlander Festival in Laya, Bhutan. This treacherous journey would become one of the most epic memories of her life.
The Tongass Needs Travelers, Before It’s Too Late
Imagine there’s no Internet. No cell service. No sounds of traffic or other human noise. Instead, there’s a lake. Water so still it holds the sun on its surface. An…
“Storm” with Us — and Win a Chance for a Ticket to Costa Rica!
Here’s what you know: You’ve been following us through our trek in the Arizona desert on an amazing adventure with Corning® Gorilla® Glass, giving away all sorts of awesome prizes…
Can’t Surf? No Problem! 10 Reasons to Visit Soma Surf Resort in Nicaragua
Jack and Jill, Soma’s Thunder Puppies, waiting for a cuddle session at the infinity pool. Image courtesy of Char Stoever. Nicaragua: the land of lakes and volcanoes. It’s as small…
4 Planning Tips for Single Gals Traveling Solo
Brittany making friends with loracets in Madagascar. Image courtesy of Brittany Fair. This month I’m featuring guest blogger Brittany Fair. Brittany is off traveling Europe with her boyfriend before starting her…