Category Archives: HIKING

9 Best hikes in southern California

Big Pine Lakes is one of the best hiking trails in southern California

Southern California is so much more than beaches and surf. There are huge mountain ranges, lakes, and vast forests. In fact, California holds many of the best national parks on the west coast which makes it a hiker’s paradise! There are so many trails to choose from so it can be hard to know where […]

Hiking in northern California: 8 trails not to miss!

hiking in northern California

Have you considered hiking in northern California, but are not sure where to start? There are so many amazing hikes in northern California to choose from. Though the petrifying 2650 miles long Pacific Crest Trail passes through the whole state of California from the south to the north, there are still options for anyone that […]

6 Spectacular hikes in Cuba you should add to your bucket list

El Yunque mountain is one of the best hikes in Cuba

Cuba might not be the first country you think of when you hear hiking. However, the small Caribbean island has several mountain ranges and 10 national parks, whereof 2 are UNESCO sites. This means that there are plenty of opportunities to go hiking in Cuba, both short walks and longer treks. I really enjoyed the […]

Jotunheimen hiking: Discover Besseggen hike Norway

Top of the Besseggen hike

Climbing up the rough rocky mountain with Gjende lake 700 meters beneath you on one side and Bessvatnet lake 300 meters down on the other side, Besseggen hike is truly a unique nature experience. If you have Jotunheimen hiking on your Norway bucket list, then the Besseggen trail needs to be on your itinerary. I have […]

La Batata hike – discover Cuba’s underground river and cave system

La Batata hike

Do you want to discover Cuba off the beaten path? La Batata hike is one of the undiscovered gems of Topes de Collantes National Park in Cuba. The hike rewards you with its pristine river and a hidden natural cave system. Most tourists go to the nearby Vegas Grande waterfall and miss out on this […]

10 Best hikes in Norway – a complete hiking guide

Molden front image

While traveling, I am often asked what my home country has to offer. I used to say “nothing”. That´s a lie. Norway has nature. Stunningly beautiful nature. In abundance. Norway is a hiker’s paradise and known for its long fjords winding their way through majestic mountains and green valleys with breathtaking views. I am sure […]

Vegas Grande waterfall – a magical getaway

Vegas Grande waterfall front image

Geckos singing out loud competing with the vivid songs of birds echoing between the trees in the dense jungle. Towering trees tangled up in lush green plants and wildflowers wrap the narrow trail down to Vegas Grande waterfall, one of the most beautiful hikes in Cuba. Early in the morning, the squeaking sound of bats […]

Akchour waterfall – Morocco’s hidden gem

The pool by the Grand cascade

Akchour waterfall is definitely one of Morocco’s truly hidden gems. The trek goes along the river with numerous small cascades through the vigorous green fairytale forest. Surrounded by the majestic Rif Mountains, you walk passed rocks and tree stumps wrapped in green moss, changing into thick, unrestrained jungle covering the surroundings. All you can hear […]

Gaustatoppen hike – get the best views of Norway

Gaustatoppen hike

Gaustatoppen is situated in Hardangervidda National Park, towering over the town of Rjukan. Gaustatoppen hike ends at an altitude of 1883 meters from where you can see all the way to Sweden and it is the highest peak in southern Norway. You can enjoy a 360 view from the top where you see a sixth […]

How to hike Colca Canyon in Peru – The ultimate guide

Hike Colca Canyon for breathtaking views

Colca Canyon is one of the most beautiful nature experiences in Peru and the second deepest canyon in the world with its 3270 meters of depth. The lush green valleys and the fact that you might see one of the largest bird species in the world, the majestic Andean Condor, makes this a unique excursion. […]