Category Archives: Destinations

Beginner Tips for Visiting a Traditional Finnish Sauna
Beginner Tips to Enjoy a Traditional Finnish Sauna

Did you know that the saunas in Finland can fit the entire population of Finland [...]

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Marveling at the sunset is one of the best things to do in Badlands National Park
11 Awe-Inspiring Things to Do in Badlands National Park

With pink cotton candy colored clouds visually melting across the sky above the jagged rock [...]

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Unforgettable Things to Do in Levi Finland in Winter (for non-skiers!)
8 Unforgettable Outdoorsy Things to Do in Levi Finland in Winter (That Aren’t Skiing!)

With 718 lakes, 2053 saunas, and more than 20 kilometers of winter walking and fat [...]

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Bright blue sky as seen from the bottom of Korouoma Canyon near Rovaniemi in winter. Along the snowy canyon wall are giant frozen waterfalls among the trees.
Unique & Wonderful Winter Activities in Rovaniemi Finland

There was no question in my mind that I would make a stop in the [...]

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How to choose between Levi and Rovaniemi when visiting Lapland in winter! Image of me hiking in deep snow in a forest overlooking a frozen lake with sun shining on me.
What is the Best Place to Visit in Lapland in Winter?

Levi or Rovaniemi? When I excitedly scanned my DNA results, my eyes stopped when I [...]

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Perfect Beginner Backpacking Trips in the US

The leap from day hiking to multi-day hiking can feel daunting. Backpacking is not as [...]

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10 Outdoor Adventures for Your Minnesota Bucket List

Minnesota probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of incredible [...]

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Inca Trail Packing List: A Prepared Girl’s Guide

So, you’re getting ready to hike the Inca Trail! Yay! But, wait, what in the [...]

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13 Beautiful Places to Stop When Driving From Anchorage to Seward

As I set out in my rental car from downtown Anchorage towards the Seward Highway, [...]

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View of Anchorage skyline from the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Fall
Best Things To Do in Anchorage in September

I imagined myself paddling next to glaciers with bright blue skies and big fluffy clouds [...]

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