2018-01-09 22:06
Now that it’s no longer negative 1,000 degrees in New England, it’s time to get back on the trails. This … Read More
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A cool couple's travel blog full of stories and useful tips on hikes, day trips, mini vacations, and unique destinations.
2018-01-08 13:08
We hiked Boundary Peak this past summer, and to say it was a difficult climb would be an egregious understatement. … Read More
2018-01-07 20:44
Elevation: 2,936′ Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet Distance: 3.6 miles out and back (2.9 miles if you do a loop with the Winslow … Read More
2017-12-29 16:26
This is the obligatory year-end summary…not a bad year in hindsight. Mt. Tom England Franconia Ridge Minnesota Yellowstone Grand Tetons … Read More
2017-12-27 21:40
The Game Watching the New England Patriots use the rest of the NFL as their personal punching bag has been … Read More
2017-12-21 22:38
Tis the season for binge watching all of the classic Christmas movies… as well as some of the Christmas movies … Read More
2017-12-15 14:24
Guest post by Agness and Cez from etramping With Iceland becoming such a popular tourist destination these days, most … Read More
2017-12-08 20:28
AN EXCEPTIONAL HIKE should have some distinctive attribute that makes it memorable. A five-mile stroll through a green tunnel can … Read More
2017-12-06 23:25
A Winter Vacation in England Winter vacations, at least when you live someplace like New England, are typically a way … Read More
2017-12-05 22:38
Palacio Nacional – Mexico City Mexico City’s Palacio Nacional (National Palace) is located on the eastern side of the city’s … Read More
2017-12-04 22:10
We’re huge fans of offseason travel and Rocky Mountain National Park is the perfect example of an ideal offseason destination. … Read More
2017-12-03 20:48
You can’t travel to a foreign land without tasting the local cuisine… When our safari guide at Kariega Game Reserve … Read More
2017-12-02 19:51
MILLIONS OF VISITORS flock to South Africa every year to experience the country’s amazing wine and wildlife. Unfortunately, for the … Read More
2017-11-26 20:48
L’Etang Beach – Martinique L’Anse L’Etang (“Anse” translates to cove) was our favorite beach on the French island of Martinique. … Read More
2017-11-16 13:48
Josephine’s Bath – Martinique Josephine’s Bath is a hidden gem within a hidden gem. At least among Americans, the French … Read More
2017-11-15 23:03
This is probably the best, albeit very short, clip from when we fed gray jays on top of Mt. Tom … Read More
2017-11-13 23:45
The Cape of Good Hope is located about an hour and a half from the center of Cape Town on … Read More
2017-11-08 22:28
Big 5 – South Africa Anyone planning an African safari has undoubtedly heard of the “Big 5”. It’s practically a … Read More
2017-11-06 11:57
This video is from our first game drive in Timbavati Private Game Reserve. We came across a hyena den around … Read More
2017-11-05 19:08
Three Rondavels South Africa is world renowned for its wildlife, its wine country, and for the stunningly beautiful landscape of the … Read More
2017-10-27 11:41
After two days in Cape Town, we made the 45 minute drive to Stellenbosch, the Western Cape’s most well-known wine … Read More
2017-10-26 19:42
Thelema – Stellenbosch The second Stellenbosch wine estate we visited after Remhoogte was Thelema Mountain Vineyards. Thelema is located at the … Read More
2017-10-24 21:21
An inside look at our suite at Settlers Drift in Kariega Game Reserve (South Africa). Check out photos from our game … Read More
2017-10-23 21:56
When visiting a foreign country, it’s wise to take some extra precautions to make sure you stay safe in unfamiliar … Read More
2017-10-17 11:47
Mt. Garfield – New Hampshire (Fall) Distance: 10.0 miles out and back Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft Summit Elevation: 4,500 ft Difficulty: … Read More
2017-10-17 11:47
Mt. Garfield – October Distance: 10.0 miles out and back Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft Summit Elevation: 4,500 ft Difficulty: Easy (but … Read More
2017-10-09 22:01
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve For our safari experience in South Africa’s Greater Kruger area, we chose Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, … Read More
2017-10-07 12:14
As we were leaving Kariega Game Reserve, we discovered that we weren’t the only ones on the road that morning. … Read More
2017-10-05 22:17
Hiking Glen Onoko Falls Trail – Pennsylvania Guest Post by Marc Andre of Loaded Landscapes I’ve lived in Pennsylvania … Read More
2017-10-04 21:35
Umlani Bushcamp – Timbavati Game Reserve The Greater Kruger National Park area is massive, spanning over 50 million acres of … Read More
2017-10-02 11:38
The final segment of our trip to South Africa included two nights and four game drives in the Timbavati Game … Read More
2017-09-27 13:20
It’s official. We found the best Airbnb on earth. Located in the upscale Cape Town neighborhood of Clifton, this spacious … Read More
2017-09-21 11:55
The highlight of Kariega Game Reserve, as you might imagine, is the wildlife. The lodges and facilities blew us away, but … Read More
2017-09-20 11:28
A Gem on the Eastern Cape of South Africa Following an incredible few days in and around Cape Town, the … Read More
2017-09-18 10:39
Cape Town and the Western Cape of South Africa is better known for its beaches than for its wildlife, but … Read More
2017-09-16 13:03
Death Valley is a land of superlatives. It holds the distinction as the driest, the lowest, and the hottest National … Read More
2017-09-14 10:43
A few weeks ago, we did a phone interview with US News & World Report to provide some insight for … Read More
2017-08-30 13:06
As we sat in our rented canoe on Jackson Lake, we had to force ourselves to put the cameras away … Read More
2017-08-23 11:44
Guest Post by Matt Giordano – Resident Fly Fishing Expert Lake Creek For many people, Alaska is a great unknown, … Read More
2017-08-22 11:40
Of all the countries we’e visited, Chile is probably our favorite. It offers a little bit of everything. Snow-capped mountains, … Read More
2017-08-16 21:11
Ruidoso, New Mexico is beautiful mountain village in Lincoln, County New Mexico. “Ruidoso” is the Spanish word for “noisy”, but … Read More
2017-08-15 11:38
A Review of Expedia’s Loyalty Program If you’re not familiar with Expedia, they’re one the major third-party booking platforms that aggregate deals … Read More
2017-07-27 22:02
Thornbury Castle on sale for £8.5 million I guess this isn’t exactly breaking news, but it recently came to our attention … Read More
2017-07-25 11:07
After a quick two days in Yellowstone, we headed south to the Tetons for the second leg of our whirlwind … Read More
2017-07-24 11:29
In the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” it takes a lot for one single lake to stand out above the rest. … Read More
2017-07-10 11:44
Yellowstone is a huge park (2.2 million acres) and there are countless sights to see both off the beaten path … Read More
2017-07-09 11:53
Yellowstone is so massive and there are so many incredible views to be had from your car, that many people … Read More
2017-07-06 11:13
We recently returned from a weekend trip to Camden, and we are now obsessed with this hidden gem of a … Read More
2017-07-05 12:28
Lounging is a big part of many of our trips, regardless of how active they may seem. So it’s only … Read More
2017-07-03 10:54
About three years ago, we went on an unforgettable road trip through Maine. On the return leg of our journey, … Read More
2017-07-02 13:30
Laura is the type of person that wears multiple layers during a heatwave, so we decided to give a Rumpl puffy … Read More
2017-06-22 11:14
People go to Yellowstone for three reasons. 1) Geysers 2) Mountains 3) Wildlife. The geysers and mountains pretty much stay … Read More
2017-05-19 16:20
You’ve probably been noticing more and more hammocks popping up every time you take a weekend trip out to a … Read More
2017-05-11 22:13
Our road trip through England consisted mostly of quaint English villages and drives through the countryside, but no trip to England … Read More
2017-05-09 13:10
Summary Distance: 1.9 miles out and back from Devil’s Bridge Trail Parking Lot; 4 miles out and back from trail head … Read More
2017-05-08 11:01
Summary Distance: 1.4 miles (out and back) Elevation Gain: 608 ft Difficulty: Moderate Trail Head: There is a parking area off of Back … Read More
2017-05-04 15:52
Every year, millions of tourists flock to Lake Tahoe to take advantage of the incredible ski slopes, boating, cycling and … Read More
2017-04-24 12:45
The snow has all melted and spring weather is upon us, so naturally it’s time to start thinking about summer … Read More
2017-04-20 21:38
National Parks have never been more popular. In 2016, 325 million people visited the 127 US parks, easily setting the … Read More
2017-04-18 21:11
This week, April 15 – 23 is National Parks Week. That means that all US national parks will be offering … Read More
2017-04-17 12:11
Date: April 15, 2017 Weather: Sunny/45°-65° Mileage: 8.8 Time: 6.5 hours Equipment: Microspikes Early Spring Trail Conditions Spring in the White Mountains usuall… Read More
2017-04-09 12:47
Post by Kristen Metcalf Often referred to as “America’s Finest City,” San Diego is known for its miles of … Read More
2017-04-03 12:47
A guest post by Terry Hammond from Drive and Hike. I stare out of the window as a grizzly … Read More
2017-04-02 23:16
If you’re anything like us, you’re probably always on the lookout for the cheapest flights for your next trip. In … Read More
2017-03-29 13:12
If you read our review of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and are still apprehensive about the $450 annual fee, … Read More
2017-03-20 13:36
A guest post by Mitch Stevens from Southwest Discoveries Dos Cabezas – Hiking a Desert Classic After two hours of … Read More
2017-03-19 15:49
Maine is the best New England state for a road trip because it’s the largest, has by far the longest … Read More
2017-03-16 20:30
England is a small country, so if you aren’t afraid of driving on the left side of the road, traveling … Read More
2017-03-02 22:25
Here in New England we like to think that we have some of the most charming old towns in the … Read More
2017-03-01 22:03
Unless you live in a pineapple under the sea, you’ve probably heard at least some mention of Chase’s newest travel … Read More
2017-02-27 01:58
In the quest to hike the 48 4,000-footers of New Hampshire, Mt. Tecumseh is generally considered one of the easiest … Read More
2017-02-22 22:11
–A guest post by Mitch Stevens of Southwest Discoveries Atop a narrow and exposed ledge of Redwall Limestone, we gazed … Read More
2017-02-22 00:41
When we woke up in the morning at Thornbury Castle, we still hadn’t decided what our day would ultimately look … Read More
2017-02-20 20:29
Disclaimer: “24 hours in Bath” is of course referring to the city in England, not to be confused with the … Read More
2017-02-15 13:24
History in a Nutshell When was it built? 3,000 – 2,000 BC Where did the stones come from? Some of them … Read More
2017-02-14 13:46
Going to England is a little different than going somewhere like New Zealand or Alaska where you’ll be constantly surrounded … Read More
2017-02-10 12:12
I’m slightly embarrassed to admit that the inspiration for our trip to England came from the movie The Holiday. It’s not that … Read More
2017-02-09 12:38
Guest Post by Gem Muzones – Co-Founder and Writer @ Travels with a Hobo For most of us who … Read More
2017-02-08 15:11
When we first decided to plan a one-week road trip through England, the whole idea was to spend the majority … Read More
2017-02-07 12:08
On our recent road trip through the UK, we traversed the English countryside, staying in quaint villages and enjoying all … Read More
2017-01-15 16:48
Lake Solitude is one of our go-to hikes when we don’t want to drive all the way to the White … Read More
2017-01-08 19:31
Alaska is one of the most beautiful and wild states in the US, but since it is so massive and … Read More
2017-01-04 14:01
In Search of Better Traction Recently, we have been doing one or two winter hikes per year, but we are … Read More
2017-01-03 13:53
Over the last several weeks, we’ve been seeing photos and videos of people feeding gray jays up in the White … Read More
2016-12-30 15:51
2016 has been taking a lot of heat lately for being one of the worst years in recent memory. In … Read More
2016-11-30 13:50
State Flag Rankings Consider this the sequel to our license plate power rankings. 1. Alaska It’s astounding that groups of … Read More
2016-11-28 02:05
License Plate Rankings A license plate is an opportunity for each state to leave it’s mark on the roads of … Read More
2016-11-23 15:02
As of today, the first full year of Trails Unblazed is officially in the books and we’re gearing up to … Read More
2016-11-16 21:54
Guest Post by Jack Lentz (World traveler and intramural basketball legend) –… Read More
2016-11-14 23:25
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2016-11-11 12:28
Cuba has experienced some dramatic changes over the last couple of years… Read More
2016-11-07 22:59
Last year, we spent a long weekend in Estes Park, Colorado, a… Read More
2016-11-01 20:57
-Guest Post by Alyssa Torjesen (Avid hiker and kickball champion) I come… Read More
2016-10-31 00:43
Photo Source: Arenal Obervatory Cerro Chato – Costa Rica The highlight of… Read More
2016-10-24 22:14
Here’s a hike that is probably not on anyone’s Alaskan itinerary. If… Read More
2016-10-20 21:37
Valdez – Whittier After spending a week traveling through, Denali, Chitina, and… Read More
2016-10-16 20:36
Root Glacier Trail – Kennecott, Alaska After our plane landed in McCarthy,… Read More
2016-10-12 12:29
Flying in a single-engine airplane over the Wrangell Mountains wasn’t on our… Read More
2016-10-09 20:38
On all of our trips, we make an effort to get the… Read More
2016-10-05 13:31
Fall is without a doubt the best time of year. The leaves… Read More
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