Explore Tokyo’s best neighborhoods with our complete comparison guide. From trendy Shibuya to historic Asakusa – find your perfect area to experience.
Explore Xi’an in 4 full days with our detailed itinerary: Terracotta Warriors, Mt. Hua day trip, and top museums. Practical tips on tickets, transportation, and where to stay included
Planning a 2.5-day weekend escape to Hetch Hetchy? Our complete camping guide covers everything from the best trails and campsites to budget planning and historical insights about Yosemite’s controversial reservoir.
Planning your first Tanzania safari? This comprehensive guide covers our 9-day journey through Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, including detailed costs, accommodation reviews, and practical planning advice for river crossings and the Great Migration.
Experience the magic of momijigari (autumn leaf hunting) around Mt. Fuji’s Five Lakes region with our comprehensive 3-day guide. Discover the best hiking trails for fall foliage, top photography spots including the famous “1000 yen bill” view, and handpicked accommodations with stunning Mt. Fuji views. Complete with timing tips, transportation options, and cultural insights for the perfect Japanese autumn adventure.
Planning your first Dolomites adventure? This comprehensive 12-day itinerary combines Alta Via 1 trekking, rock climbing, and alpine relaxation. Get insider tips on rifugio bookings, transportation logistics, weather preparation, and the best mountain towns to explore in Italy’s stunning UNESCO World Heritage range.
Discover Taiwan’s magical Alishan mountains with this detailed 3-day itinerary covering everything from booking the famous forest railway to hiking the legendary Mianyue Trail. Includes step-by-step permit applications, accommodation recommendations, and insider tips for the perfect romantic mountain escape.
Last Thanksgiving, I spent 3 magical days in Taiwan’s Alishan region hiking through sacred cypress forests, exploring the enchanting abandoned Mianyue Trail railway, and collecting heartwarming wisdom from the friendliest Taiwanese aunties. From millet donuts in Fenqihu to foggy sunrise views, here’s my complete Alishan adventure experience.
From Instagram inspiration to actual ice axes – my honest review of American Alpine Institute’s Mt Baker mountaineering course. Six days of learning self-arrest, crevasse rescue, and glacier camping, plus whether AAI’s Alpinism 1 is worth it for complete beginners like me.
We hiked the Routeburn Track in two unforgettable days, soaking in everything from mossy goblin forests to sweeping alpine panoramas (and a kea with serious stage presence). This post covers our full trip report – mileage, logistics, hut tips, birds, waterfalls, and one extremely scenic detour that made us feel like kings of Middle-earth. If you’re curious whether Routeburn lives up to the hype – spoiler: it does – this is for you.
Think of it as the greatest hits of New Zealand’s wilderness, packed into one wildly beautiful hike. Bonus: dehydrated meals that slap and canyoning FOMO near the finish line.