One of the most popular activities among backpackers on the ‘banana pancake trail’ in Southeast Asia is riding the Ha Giang loop in northern Vietnam. And I can tell you now: it is SO worth the hype. The Ha Giang loop was one of our most anticipated activities of our time in Vietnam — actually,ContinueContinue reading “A Guide to Riding the Ha Giang Loop in Vietnam”
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Iceland Highlights: A Very Quick Overview of Must-Visits in the Land of Ice and Fire
I had high expectations of Iceland from all the photos and videos I had seen on social media, and it did not disappoint. Visiting during the depths of winter was a truly magical experience, one I’ll never forget! Today I wanted to share the highlights of our adventures in Iceland and offer some tips ifContinueContinue reading “Iceland Highlights: A Very Quick Overview of Must-Visits in the Land of Ice and Fire”
Packing Guide: What to pack for a trip to Iceland in winter
We visited Iceland for one week at the end of February and it was a little chilly to say the least! Daily temperatures ranged from -3 to 6 degrees Celsius, but the wind chill in Iceland is no joke. At times it felt like -10 degrees (or less)! Joe and I took one small backpackContinueContinue reading “Packing Guide: What to pack for a trip to Iceland in winter”
