For many travelers, experiences in nature and in the wild are the pinnacle of exploration and swimming with whale sharks, the giants of the sea, is a dream experience with a worthwhile place on their bucket list (just like on mine). Lucky for us, Donsol whale shark interactions can easily become a reality in a … Read more
Within the cluster of Cebu, Negros, and Bohol in the Vasaya Islands of the Philippines lies a smaller stop off with turquoise waters and unreal beaches. Siquijor Island. A cluster of white sands, clear turquoise waters, and warmth year round make the tourist spots in Siquijor great lures for everything from diving, to lounging, to … Read more
The Everest Base Camp Trek is arguably one of the most beautiful, rewarding multi-day treks on the planet. Unfortunately, the austerity, remoteness, and unpredictable weather of the Himalayas makes most people question Everest Base Camp Trek difficulty and whether they can complete it. I’ll put your worries aside now – can do it, and you … Read more
Canggu is the coolest new hotspot on Bali and arguably in Southeast Asia. Whether you want to surf, sun, socialize, or get spiritual, it’s all possible here…and the Canggu hostels scene is impressively set up to make this all possible in style. I guarantee you’ll be surprised at how awesome the accommodations are, and you’ll … Read more
The Koh Phangan Full Moon Party is a legendary rite of passage for young travelers adventuring through Southeast Asia. Despite the fact that it is increasingly becoming over commercialized like most popular parties and festivals (we’re looking at you Burning Man and Coachella!!), the escapade is still a fun filled experience not to be missed … Read more
With all of the benefits of rucking, it has quickly become a mainstream fitness trend worth repeating. A rucking workout is cardio for the man that hates cardio, while building strength and injury proofing the body – that’s hard to beat considering it’s a free workout. Unfortunately, as millions of veterans can tell you, walking … Read more
A good workout puts me back on track and keeps me ready for adventure like nothing else but sometimes coming up with a good workout is half the struggle. For this reason, when I want a near-perfect workout that will test my strength and cardio better than any other, I always go for the Crossfit … Read more
One of the most common questions I get is “what is a good workout for…”. Honestly, this is a good question. The easiest, most practical answer – the Crossfit Benchmark WODs, also known as the Crossfit Girls WODs. Staying fit, at home and on the road, greatly improves the quality of life and travel – … Read more
Rucking is the latest fitness trend for functional, durable fitness, and with good reason. A workout that gets you outside, is simple enough to just start, and can be done anywhere, anytime. But can you really just start rucking safely and effectively? You can, but these rucking tips will get you started on the right … Read more
Whether you’re sifting through all of the backpacks for rucking to find the a pack to ruck for fitness or to prep for a GORUCK Challenge, choosing the right rucking backpack is essential to staying comfortable, avoiding injury, and ensuring your gear doesn’t blowout before you do. With all of the bags on the market … Read more