Las Grietas Galapagos: A Guide to Swimming in a Volcanic Crack

โ€œLas Grietas Galapagosโ€ or โ€œthe Cracks of Galapagosโ€ are a quick, fun, and refreshing day trip into a refreshingly cool and blue crack in the earth. One of the many amazing, free things to do on Galapagos, Las Grietas is a perfect way to spend a couple hours in the morning and afternoon on your … Read more

A Complete Hikkaduwa Surf Guide: When, Where, and How to Surf One of Sri Lankaโ€™s Best Breaks

For surfers throughout Southeast Asia, Hikkaduwa Surf is legendary.  Countless breaks with at least a few pumping at all times of day when in season and long rides make Hikkaduwa worth traveling halfway around the world to experience.  But being half a world away, it can be a pain planning the breaks to surf, when, … Read more

The 9 Best Arugam Bay Surf Spots

For surfers throughout Southeast Asia, Arugam Bay Surf is legendary.  Countless breaks, many nearly unknown, and a single, epic point break with long rides make it worth traveling halfway around the world.  But being half a world away, it can be a pain planning the breaks to surf, when, how to get there, and then … Read more

Things to Do in Santa Cruz, Galapagos – An Ultimate Guide: Snorkeling, Day Trips, and More

Why Isla Santa Cruz, Galapagos? Why Go: Numerous things to do in Santa Cruz, Galapagos make it the perfect for one stop, budget tour of the Galapagos Islands. Decent accommodations, ample food and grocery options, robust tours, and easy access from the mainland make most quintessential Galapagos experiences possible without leaving the island (aside from the … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Camping El Chalten: Free Campsites, Trails, and More

Patagonia โ€“ vast, beautiful, legendary.  This epic land is filled with countless trails & vistas worth traveling half a world away to see. While youโ€™re exploring Argentine Patagonia, camping El Chalten and trekking the surrounding Parque Nacional Los Glaciares should be on your bucket list.  Itโ€™s a cheap, easy, and beautiful experience. This tiny mountain … Read more

The Essential El Chalten Trekking and Hiking Guide

El Chalten โ€“ A tiny mountain town nestled in a beautiful corner of Argentine Patagonia.  Whether youโ€™re looking for pleasant day hikes and comfy mattress at night, ormulti-day treks with camping under the stars, the El Chalten trekking and hiking options definitely offer your flavor and style of outdoor adventure. Unfortunately, with all of these … Read more