Hiking Bukhansan; Seoul’s Highest Mountain

Bukhansan is Seoul's tallest mountain. At just over 800m tall, it makes the perfect day hike from Seoul. Learn how to get to Bukhansan and read about the best hiking trails on the mountain.

Hiking Peru’s Alpamayo Circuit Trek without a Guide

Get all the info you need to hike Peru's Alpamayo Circuit Trek without a guide, including what to pack, budget, plan, and a day by day trail guide.

The Complete Guide to the Sacred Valley of the Inca in Peru

An insiders guide to the Sacred Valley of Peru with what to do, where to go, what to eat, and the best hikes and events in the valley.

Hiking in Kep National Park – Off The Beaten Path in Cambodia

Planning a trip to Cambodia and want to see something a little different? Try hiking (no need for a guide!) in Kep National Park.

Skiing in South Korea: High 1 Resort

  My first winter in Korea was my first winter in 5 years. The initial adjustment was difficult, dare I say bordering on traumatizing. But thankfully my 18 years in New England came through for me and I adjusted. Buying some thermal leggings and knock-off ugg boots helped as well. But god damn it was awful...

Hiking Seoraksan National Park

I had been hearing about hiking in Seoraksan National Park place since I got to Korea in July, 2013.  Of course, I wanted to make it out there before winter hit. Seoraksan is the highest mountain in the Taebek mountain range, and the third highest mountain in all of South Korea. Located only 2 to 3 hours...