Queen of Adventure By Kristy Alpert I forced myself to look down as I shuffled my way to the edge of Kawarau Bridge in Queenstown, New Zealand, the same spot A.J. Hackett launched the first-ever commercial bungee operation in 1988. The couple in front of me clung together for moral support while…
Warm Up to Winter on a Snowy Break in Banff By Kristy Alpert I was still sore from a grueling fat tire bike ride up to a mountaintop backcountry cabin with Discover Banff Tours as I strapped on my crampons and prepared for my next wintry adventure. I had come to Banff while the…
15 Very Bizarre Things You Can Do at Hotels Around the World This Winter By Kristy Alpert Ski-in, ski-out resorts are an obvious choice for winter adventures, but these hotels offer something a bit more…or, at least, something more, memorable. COVID-19 Disclaimer: Make sure to check the status of the states,…
Where to Go Camping in the Ozarks By Kristy Alpert Virgin forests, soaring limestone bluffs, and crystal clear lakes aren’t just the backdrop for the Ozark Mountains’ best campgrounds; they’re the playground. Encompassing more than 32 million acres across four states, the Ozark region has flown under the radar for…
The 10 Most Epic Hiking Trails in Europe By Kristy Alpert From the fjords of Scandinavia to the peaks of the Alps, explore the thrilling heights and breathtaking scenery on these epic hiking trails in Europe Thrilling heights, breathtaking scenery, challenging landscapes—the world’s best hiking trails have something for everyone….
13 of the Most Extreme Destination Weddings We’ve Ever Seen Kristy Alpert These couples took their nuptials to the next level. Saying “I do” is risky enough for some couples, but these adventurous duos wanted something a little more daring to fill their wedding albums. From a basecamp elopement to…
ECO-CHIC IN THE BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST OF UGANDA A LOOK INSIDE THE LUXURIOUS VOLCANOES BWINDI LODGE Posted by Kristy Alpert It’s 3PM in the village of Bwindi and the afternoon rain ceasing prompts a chorus of African tree frogs to chirp blissfully, serenading a group of local children as they…
