Let’s face it – for most people of our generation, Turkey has had something of a “PR” problem. It must be said that this has been largely unjustified and the tide is now turning. But there’s quite a lot of tide to turn with many of us carrying around far too much psychological baggage caught up with such factors as …
Cravings: Vibrant 3-Layer açaí bowl
I was rushing through my morning when my friend, Ėlf Ellefsen, surprised me with an exceptional breakfast. It was as pretty as it was nutritious, and I still don’t know how he knew I was about to skip the most important meal of the day. After devouring the bowl of goodness, I felt energized for hours. It had three layers, …
Photo of the day: Log crossing in the Desolation Wilderness
While I’ve had fun this winter playing in the snowy mountains of Utah, I can’t help but look forward to summer hikes in the Sierra Nevada mountains as well. The wildflowers and lakes, the mosquitoes…well I could pass on those. Regardless, we already have a few trips planned for summer and I’m looking forward to them. Photos like this one, …
Coffee Craving: The Rose Estb in Salt Lake City
Frosty morning air made me walk a little faster toward The Rose Estb (I’m following their lead by abbreviating Establishment), a coffee spot I’d been hearing about for months. I was so chilled and under-caffeinated I started imagining the flavor of what I hoped would be a primo cup of java from a block away. The Rose Estb is located …
Managing fear while learning adventure sports
Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy. ~Dale Carnegie Boots planted on the ledge, harness checked, and my hand holding the rope in a brake position over the bar rack, I took a deep breath to settle …
Dressing for cold weather travel on a budget
Last week I boarded a direct flight from 80-degree days into a winter storm warning. I didn’t have the funding to purchase a new winter wardrobe so I had to improvise. I pulled clothing layers and boots from my backpacking gear and bought a warm coat at a discount shop before leaving Florida. I’m staying reasonably warm in below freezing …
Want to travel more? Let remote office tools set you free
If you could work remotely, would you spend more time traveling? If the answer is “yes” then you are where I was just over a year ago. I knew I wanted to travel, but I still had to keep a business running, so I set out to find the remote office tools I needed to free me from my desk. …
Top ways to get active in Majorca
I’m pleased to share another fun guest post, this time on active travel to Majorca. Enjoy! There’s nothing like a sunny island blessed with beautiful beaches to get even the most sports-shy person to want to stretch their legs and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you love trying lots of activities at home or you’re simply hoping to make the …
Six reasons to stay in a hostel on your next trip
Hostels are a popular choice for budget travelers across the world. Contrary to popular belief, they are not just for youth; you will find all ages and even families. While saving is a big advantage, it isn’t the only reason to choose a hostel; there are many other benefits to choosing a hostel instead of a hotel, even if you …
My new adventure: Learning snow sports
I enjoy all four seasons. I spend spring and summer hiking in northern latitudes, during the fall I’m camping and caving further south, and I fill my winters with hiking and kayaking in Florida. What I’ve been missing are snow sports. It’s no surprise that I’ve never spent time in snow. Raised on a boat in the South Pacific and …