Gretchen Stuppy CarlsonNot far from Loen and Olden in Norway, the popular Briksdalsbreen Glacier is a great place to visit a glacier for close up views of the ice…
Sometimes I stumble across an activity or a place and plan an entire adventure around it. This happened when I saw images of this stunning…
Nestled in the Fjords of Norway, Loen is an adventure destination with a variety of outdoor activities. We spent part of our Norway itinerary in…
Looking for a nice hike with fewer crowds and some summit views? Hightop Peak Trail in Shenandoah is a lovely and moderate 3 mile trail…
Madeira is an incredible island with gorgeous mountains and coastlines, but it’s not specifically known for it’s beaches. Most of the beaches on the island…
Cape Cod National Seashore is a unique coastal treasure stretching over 40 miles along the Atlantic Ocean. With sandy beaches, scenic trails, historic lighthouses, salt…
High in the mountains of Madeira, Portugal, the Fanal Forest is a mystical and eerie cloud covered forest with ancient, gnarled Ocotea foetens (laurel) trees…
When I was 22 years old, I met my Dad in Sun Valley where he was for work. After a few days and some skiing,…
Madeira is an incredible island with dramatic views, incredible hiking, local culture and so many places to explore. We spent 4 incredible days on the…
Growing up in Southern Maine and living in New Hampshire, I had heard so many amazing things about Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Fast forward to today…
