How to Travel from Bogota to Villa de Leyva, Colombia

Of all of the bus journeys I took on my trip to Colombia, the journey from Bogotá to Villa de Leyva was the easiest. Still…

What to Do at Wisconsin’s Kohler Andrae State Park

Lake Michigan has no shortage of beautiful beaches and shorelines. There’s public beaches, state parks, state forests, and scenic drives. But today, I want to…

Cerro de la Cruz in Villa de Leyva – Trail Stats and Advice

Exploring the beautiful colonial towns of Colombia can be fun, but often I find you need a little variety in your day. When I visited…

Two Days at Yosemite National Park – Itinerary & Tips for Your Visit

Yosemite National Park has so much to offer tourists from epic views to long and exciting hiking trails. You could spend weeks here and never…

How to Travel from San Gil to Bucaramanga Airport

San Gil is a popular destination on the Colombian backpacker trail. It’s the adventure capital of the country and you’ll find so much to do…

Monseratte – Bogota, Colombia’s Best Viewpoint

One of the best things to do in Bogotá is visit Monseratte. This mountain towers over the city and gives you a bird’s eye view…

How to Spend One Day in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park are adjacent to each other and also managed together. When travelers visit, they’ll likely visit areas in…

The Camino Real – How to Hike from Barichara to Guane in Colombia

Barichara is a lovely town that many have called “the prettiest town in Colombia”. Yes, the streets are picturesque and the surrounding mountains are beautiful…

How to Visit Juan Curi Waterfall from San Gil, Colombia

San Gil is full of tour companies offering every possible adrenaline filled activity. While these tours are convenient, sometimes it’s nice to just go at…

How to Spend One Day in Yosemite National Park

If you only have one day in Yosemite National Park, you’ll need to do some planning in advance. The top sights are spread out and…

How to Travel from Villa de Leyva to San Gil, Colombia

Villa de Leyva is a colonial gem, while San Gil is the adventure capital of Colombia. Both of these cities tend to pop up on…

What to Do in San Gil, Colombia (+ Two Day Itinerary)

San Gil is the adventure capital of Colombia. The draw of San Gil isn’t the city itself, but rather everything you can do in the…

Guatavita Lake and Zipaquirá – The Best Day Trip from Bogotá

Bogotá has a lot to offer travelers, but sometimes it’s nice to escape the city and see a bit more of the country. When I…

How to Spend One Day in Kings Canyon National Park

Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks are managed together, so it’s easy to think that the two parks would be similar. Yes, you’ll find giant…