Stories of Travel
The Adventure of Learning to Surf in Bali
As I cruised up to Batu Bolong Beach I could feel the butterflies fluttering in my stomach. It had been about 7 years since I’d even tried to step on a surfboard. Even then, that board was a gigantic foam thing that did whatever it wanted. Calling it a “surfboard” would be a stretch. Despite … Read more
The Quick and Easy Freediving Manual: Breath Holding Techniques, Safety, and More
Experiences make travel the extraordinary journey it is, and adventurous experiences add even more to that journey. Freediving and know the essential freediving breathing techniques and breath-holding techniques have the potential of adding a whole new layer of pleasure and adventure to your travels. Being able to safely and efficiently move through the sea while … Read more
15 Best Men’s Travel Pants for Every Style, Budget, or Adventure
Men’s Travel Pants: The unicorn of the travel wardrobe | What to take and how to avoid overpacking are some of the most vexing problems in travel prep. Having durable clothing that looks good, doesn’t get dirty, and performs well from the city to the trail definitely makes packing and planning easier and this is … Read more
Freediving in Bali: The Beginning of a New Adventure
Aaron: Hey man, I heard you’re going to Bali. That true? Me: I was thinking about it. What ya got? Aaron: So I was thinking about Canggu, next to a great surf beach, and then find a freediving and spearfishing course. You in? Me: **consults bucket list, flips coin** Yup. I’m in. …and that’s how … Read more
7 Reasons Outlier Slim Dungarees Are Your Perfect Travel Pants
Finding those perfect travel pants – those pants that look good, stay clean, stay comfortable, and are durable enough to last your travels – is like chasing a unicorn and the ongoing quest of frequent travelers. In some part of our minds, we think they exist…but those mythical “perfect travel pants” are nowhere to be … Read more
The Perfect Philippines Itinerary (2 Weeks)
The Philippines: An unreal paradise of over 7,000 known islands, white sand beaches, and warm turquoise water. But as perfect as the Philippines are, the distance between these epic locations and a lack of airports or costly tickets make it seem not worthwhile to use your 2 weeks of vacation for this far off water … Read more
10 Timeless Destinations for Your Next Decade of Travel
While most travel magazines are telling you the new, hot places to travel to for 2020, let’s think a little further out. Let’s plan your travel for the next decade with 10 of the top places on my list from the last decade. I’ve been bouncing around the world off and on for over a … Read more
The Best Hiking Places In Sri Lanka | Ella, Nuwara Eliya, And More
Sri Lanka is described by many travelers as being ripe with adventures and experiences that will blow your mind and the hikes in Sri Lanka live up to this reputation. From quick hikes that offer hundred mile views to treks to the end of the world, the hiking places in Sri Lanka are numerous and … Read more