Thru-hiking is something that can either bring you to the precipice of enlightenment or take you to the dark empty pit of despair. It will test your will and break you. It will show you the strength that lies within you. Strap that pack to your back and take that first step into the unknown. There are few moments in our lives when we have the opportunity to take a step outside our comfort zone and find meaning in the…
Summer is coming to an end. Strangely it has flown by even as the pandemic has slowly lingered on. You take a look back at the past 9 months and there seems to be very little that represents your normal life. Your daily life has entailed locking yourself into your home and feeling fear when coming into contact with your neighbors and friends. Always wearing a mask and staying 6 feet apart from others outside your house. Working from home…
One of the most unique and memorable experiences you can have is visiting a tropical rainforest. It is unlike anywhere else in the world. The lush canopy and colorful flora and fauna will excite all your senses. Stepping foot inside the Amazon Rainforest, you are transformed into another world. This world filled with exciting and unknown experiences around every corner. When looking up above at the trees, you will be awed by the diverse animal life passing by. The songs…
The drive to get back to nature is ingrained inside us. Our busy lives begin to take over. Every day is just like the one before. However, inside is that little voice telling you to get back… get back to basics. Camping is an exhilarating experience when done right. Watching the sun setting in the west. The vivid reds, oranges, and blues. Sleeping under the stars, listening to all of earth’s creatures calling into the night. Camping is a wonderful…
COVID19 got you down? But wait there’s more, guess what else you have won? An all-inclusive, racist reality with a bounty of civil unrest. Are you exhausted? Do you feel trapped behind your face mask and your front door? Is your anxiety about to collapse under its own weight and create a black hole inside the universe? Are you walking around your house like a caged animal ready to attack at any minute? Have you done every home improvement known…
The do’s and don’ts when traveling can be overwhelming. If you have never been to a place how do you know what to expect, to do, or to bring? Vacationing should be a relaxing, enlightening and educational experience. Knowledge is power. By reading this article you are on your way to a stress-free trip to Punta Cana. Here are 9 things to know before you travel to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. If you would like to learn more…
Sun-kissed sand sifting through your fingers as the ocean breeze lightly blows through your hair. The constant sound of the tide pulling in and out. A picture-perfect view that is a little taste of heaven here on earth. I recently visited Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. I stayed in two separate all-inclusive resorts to get a broader perspective on resort life. Each resort has its differences. If you are interested in to staying at either of the resorts I…
Mexico City is filled with sights, smells, sounds, and influences that are unlike anywhere in the world. The sparking lights at night seem to transform the energy from the city into a celebration of life. When you walk through the parks and plazas, you see families and friends play and love. Visiting Mexico City is a wonderfully fulfilling experience. You will retain beautiful and meaningful memories to take with you throughout life. Visiting Mexico City can be extremely chaotic with…
Over the past decade, the popularity of hostels has risen. You might be asking yourself is a hostel right for me? It is a popular choice for travelers between the ages of 18-35. Budget travel and backpacking have also boomed. If you are looking for a fun, budget-friendly alternative to a hotel, staying at a hostel might be right for you. By choosing a hostel, you will have more money to spend on your vacation, like day trips or tours….
Being in a group gives us a feeling of belonging. It drives us as well as giving us a mood-lifting boost of confidence. Joining a fan club or group is a wonderful addition to a sound mental health regiment. There is nothing more satisfying than having a common interest with another person. They understand you, almost as if they can see inside your heart and mind. This world can feel very lonely and foreign at times. Trying to find another…
My blood pressure starts to rise, I can hear my heart beating in my ears, hyperventilation is inevitable. I haven’t even booked the trip yet. All of the fears of what could happen are conceptualizing in my mind. The fear of the unknown takes over and you are left with the symptoms of anxiety. Anxiety while traveling is normal and can be managed. Causes There are many situations that can cause you to have anxiety while traveling. Flight complications Getting…
The sweat dripping down my brow, stinging my eyes. I can hear everything around me, the sounds echoing inside my head. The world around me is spinning out of control. I can’t handle this, I think I am going to faint, everything is getting hazy. I can smell what the guy across from me had for lunch, a tuna sandwich, and potato chips. Is he looking at me? I start to chew on my nails in anticipation for something bad…
Mans best friend is his pet. Pet owners spend to the extent of $72 Billion dollars a year on their pets. Yes, you heard that right I said B for Billion! But our pets aren’t just fluffy cute cats and dogs. People find love in all kinds of animal friends. Cuddles could be a 23 foot Burmese python that weighs 200 pounds. Fluffy could be a 100 pound Sulcata tortoise ready for a romp around the local park. So what…
That darn trickle of water… that creak from who knows where… Your mind planning and thinking of everything you will do tomorrow; maybe every day for the rest of your life. So many thoughts, sounds, and feelings are keeping your peepers wide open for hours. This struggle is an all-too-real experience for many people. Falling asleep can be an easy natural daily occurrence for most people, however, there are some who find this an excruciating chore. There are some nights…