Nov 22, 2018 | Blog, Europe, Hiking, Travel
Fairy Glen in Scotland Who knew there were fairies on the northern tip of Scotland? We didn’t until we went to Uig and visited the Fairy Glen. Uig is a funny little coastal town located on the West side of Trotternish at Balnacnoc in the Isle of Skye. Every local had... 
Oct 5, 2018 | Africa, Hiking, Travel, Travel Tips
Hiking the Nyiragongo Volcano Nyiragongo is an active volcano (elevation: 3,470 metres (11,380 ft) just north of Goma, DRC. Unfortunately, due to political unrest in the region it isn’t on many tourist’s radar. The trek up the mountain is also a difficult one with... 
Jul 3, 2018 | Africa, Travel
Visiting Rwanda If it is your first time to visit the African continent, it may not be best to start with Rwanda. Rwanda is a beautiful jewel of a country and will set your expectations so high for all of the other African countries that you will be sorely... 
Jun 22, 2018 | Jordan, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
Wadi Rum: The best way to visit one of the most beautiful deserts in Jordan Our trip to Jordan was through a tour group, and if you really want to make good use of a trip to the incredible Wadi Rum desert I would recommend going on your own. Because we were restricted... 
May 23, 2018 | Hiking, Israel, Middle East, Travel
To day trip, or not to day trip One place many people overlook spending a good amount of time in is Bethlehem. Because the city is in Palestine, or the West Bank, many are concerned about staying overnight and instead book a day tour to visit the main site: the Church... 
May 11, 2018 | Jordan, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
Tips for visiting Petra and Avoiding the Crowds One place that has been on my bucket list for years is Petra. Ever since I watched Indiana Jones as a kid I was inspired by the travels and adventures of Indiana and the amazing places he traveled to all around the...