Guest Post: Solo Female Travel in West Africa
Guest post for Her Packing List about traveling solo in West Africa as a woman: what to expect, challenges, memorable moments, and packing tips.
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Bicycle Travel Interviews: Adventure, Fear, and Traveling Solo While Married
Excited to be interviewed by Olivia Round about bicycle travel, overcoming fear, and traveling solo while married.
Laguna de los Tres – Detailed Hiking Guide (Argentina)
Here’s everything you need to know about hiking from El Chaltén to Laguna de los Tres and the base of Fitz Roy, one of the most spectacular day hikes in Patagonia.
Gear Review: Osprey Porter 46 Travel Backpack
I put the Osprey Porter 46 to the test during five months in Africa. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering this popular pack.
Hiking Argentina’s Vinciguerra Glacier Trail
Stroll through idyllic meadow and scramble up muddy forest trail to this alpine lake high above Ushuaia. Here’s everything you need to know to hike to Vinciguerra Glacier.
Lifesaving Lessons Learned from Getting Malaria in West Africa
I had just summited the tallest mountain in West Africa when I first felt the symptoms of malaria. Here’s what went well, what didn’t, and what I learned.
Hike Mount Nimba, Liberia: an abandoned mining site and the highest point in West Africa
A unique day hike through an abandoned mining site to the point where three West African countries meet. How cool is that?!
How Hard Is Climbing Kilimanjaro?
My experience hiking to the top of Africa’s tallest peak, and what made it harder than expected.
From Kedougou to Maliville: A Fascinating Trek Across a Remote West African Border
This truly off the beaten track hike in West Africa will challenge even a seasoned adventure traveler. Here’s what you need to know about walking from Senegal to Guinea on remote trails.
How to Celebrate the Festival of Lights in Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang is a wonderful city to visit any time of year, but the annual Festival of Lights is a special treat. Here’s how to share in the festivities of this beautiful Buddhist celebration.
Angkor Wat by Bicycle: Exploring Cambodia’s Most Famous Temples
Insider tips for visiting Cambodia’s Angkor Wat temples independently, cheaply, and flexibly by renting a bicycle.
Death Valley in Winter: A Hiking and Biking Multisport Desert Adventure
Death Valley National Park is a perfect place for winter hiking, backpacking, biking, and camping, all usually snow-free. Check out these tried and tested ideas for a few days of desert adventure.
New Zealand 3 Week Itinerary for Outdoor Adventure Lovers
New Zealand: it’s hard to imagine a better destination for outdoor adventure. This itinerary packs it in with hiking, biking, canyoning, climbing, canoeing, and more.
9 Important Tips for Returning to Normal Life After Travel
Post-travel blues got you down? It’s normal. Here are ideas to turn that aimless feeling into growth and reflection, or at least just a more cheerful day.
Bicycle Travel in Southeast Asia: Is it for you?
Everyone’s bike touring style is different. Here are 7 reasons you might love cycling in Southeast Asia and 5 reasons you might want to go somewhere else.
Menstrual Cups for Travel and Backpacking: Honest Answers From An Adventurous Lady
Thinking about making the switch to a menstrual cup? I outline the pros and cons of the Diva Cup and answer some awkward personal questions about how to use it.
Crossing from Vietnam to Laos at Dien Bien Phu Border Post: Must-Know Visa Requirements
Don’t get caught at this popular border crossing with the wrong type of visa! Also, general tips and what to expect when crossing from Vietnam to Laos at Dien Bien Phu.
Is Cambodia Safe for Female Travelers? | Solo Cyclist Shares Her Experience.
Is Cambodia a safe place to travel? Some say it’s questionable for a solo lady, but I bicycled, alone and female, all over the country. Here’s my take on solo female travel in Cambodia.
How To Bicycle Safely on Southeast Asia’s Roads
Don’t let scary traffic stop you from cycling in Southeast Asia. Follow these practical tips and have a safe trip.
What should women wear for a bicycle tour in Southeast Asia?
Southeast Asia is hot and humid, and also a bit more culturally conservative than many cyclists are used to. How should women dress for a bicycle tour in Southeast Asia?
Climbing Mount Bintumani: Raw Adventure on Sierra Leone’s Highest Mountain
A sweaty and confusing jungle scramble up the tallest mountain in Sierra Leone? Yes please! Here’s a rough guide to this rough hike.
Rwanda’s Congo Nile Trail: Hiking or Biking Adventure on the Shores of Lake Kivu
The Congo Nile Trail in Rwanda is an adventure travel gem. Here’s everything you need to know to hike or bike this gorgeous route.
West African Bush Taxis: A Survival Guide
Bush taxis are an iconic part of budget travel in Africa. Prepare yourself with these humorous tips for navigating this cozy communal transport experience.
Things To Do in Sierra Leone, West Africa
Off-the-beaten-track ideas and itinerary for travelers seeking adventure in Sierra Leone.
