I often get emails asking for help with obtaining an Indian Visa and hear about many people facing the same challenges I did. To make things easier, I’ve decided to compile some tips and create a guide to help you navigate the process and avoid some common pitfalls. This guide focuses on applying for a…
One of the questions I often get is how to travel from Krakow to Auschwitz when planning a visit to the Auschwitz Concentration Camps. Fortunately, there are several options, including trains, buses, personal vehicles, and organized tours. For more detailed travel advice, you can refer to my Visitor’s Guide to Auschwitz. Distance to Auschwitz Oświęcim,…
The Upheaval Dome Trail Hike is one of my top picks in Canyonlands National Park’s Island in the Sky area. This trail offers fascinating views of a mysterious crater with intriguing formation theories. We were fortunate to have the entire trail to ourselves by starting our hike early in the day. If you’re planning to…
I absolutely love Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and whenever someone asks for a hiking recommendation, the Elkblom & Big Plateau Loop is at the top of my list. It’s the best day hike in the park, offering stunning views, an abundance of wildlife, a river crossing, and a taste of the wild North Dakotan landscape….
Traveling can be pricey, and a significant expense often comes from eating while on the road. Food can be one of the biggest costs, but it’s also one of the best ways to experience a new place. I believe in smart splurging: indulge in unique local dishes and find ways to stretch your budget on…
Preparing for a Trek Through the Simien Mountains: Essential Tips Planning a trek through the Simien Mountains? Here are some invaluable tips drawn from personal experience—especially the hiccups I faced due to lack of preparation. These insights will be particularly useful if you’re organizing your visit before arriving in Ethiopia. Pack Warm Clothing: While daytime…
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, one of the newest additions to the National Park system, is nestled in the scenic northern woods of Maine, near Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin, Maine’s highest peak and a famous endpoint for the Appalachian Trail. Despite its proximity, this monument doesn’t provide direct access to either Baxter…
Discover Cape Alava: The Ultimate Western Adventure Why Cape Alava? If you’re an enthusiast of visiting extreme points of interest, Cape Alava should be on your must-visit list. Holding the title of the westernmost point in both Olympic National Park and the contiguous United States, it offers a unique blend of natural beauty and remote…