I've mentioned previously that I am not a fan of pants specifically designed for travel purposes. For my most recent international trip to Egypt, I had to bite the bullet and buy some lightweight travel pants because the weather over there would have made jeans way too uncomfortable (it got up to nearly 110 degrees … Continue reading Review: Patagonia Quandary Pants
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Trip report: JC Suites review & Hiking Mt Evans
One of my most consistent vacations each year is to take a week off and spend it in the Colorado mountains. I lived there for a while as both a child and adult and still have several friends who live in the state, so it's a convenient way to visit people and get some fun … Continue reading Trip report: JC Suites review & Hiking Mt Evans
Review: Stovepipe Wells Village in Death Valley
I recently spent some time in Death Valley National Park, and it was awesome. Unlike places like Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Zion, and Yellowstone, Death Valley doesn't get the massive density of visitors as the more popular parks, and this allows for a uniquely relaxed experience. Our first night there, Mrs. Lite Adventurer and I were … Continue reading Review: Stovepipe Wells Village in Death Valley
Review: Patagonia Capilene Lightweight T-shirt
I've found a new favorite travel t-shirt, and I'm so excited to be reviewing this as it's been at least 5 years since I've been this happy with a shirt. [Along with today's article, I've also updated my post discussing my favorite travel shirts. You can read it at this link.] Before the review, let … Continue reading Review: Patagonia Capilene Lightweight T-shirt
Review update: Columbia Tuk Mountain Shirt
Happy Monday everyone! I updated my Columbia Tuk Mountain shirt review that was first written back in July. The shirt has developed some problems, and I address these in an addendum at the end of the original post.
Why you should do a Contiki tour at least once in your life
There are a myriad of ways to travel, each with its pros and cons. One of my personal favorite options to get around a destination I have never seen before is to do an organized group tour. If you've never done any traveling with a tour group, you're young, and you like to have a … Continue reading Why you should do a Contiki tour at least once in your life
The best travel bag
What's the best travel bag? Easy answer: there is no best travel bag. Get any backpack that's small and comfortable on your shoulders. That's it. Other than that, the bag is irrelevant when you pack light. The importance of the "niceness" of your travel bag is directly proportional to the amount of junk you pack. … Continue reading The best travel bag
Lite Adventurer’s Guide to Easter Island. Part 4: Sightseeing & photography tips
There's lots to do on Easter Island, and to see the essential highlights, you'll want to stay for a minimum of 3 nights and two full days. If you're a first time visitor and can swing at least a 5 day visit, that's ideal to see most of the island, but if your time is … Continue reading Lite Adventurer’s Guide to Easter Island. Part 4: Sightseeing & photography tips
Lite Adventurer’s Guide to Easter Island. Part 3: How to pack for your trip in one bag
Packing light for a trip to Easter Island is easy; however, there are a few important things that you'll want to remember to put in your bag so you don't have to pay island prices for otherwise common and inexpensive items. First off, I recommend you pack everything you're gonna take into one carry-on. It's … Continue reading Lite Adventurer’s Guide to Easter Island. Part 3: How to pack for your trip in one bag
Lite Adventurer’s Guide to Easter Island. Part 2: Tips for getting around & eating
Getting around the island Easter Island is not that large of a place relative to other land masses. It's a hair over 15 miles long side to side, and 7 and a half miles wide vertically at its plumpest point. In the weeks leading up to the trip, I imagined in my head a fairly … Continue reading Lite Adventurer’s Guide to Easter Island. Part 2: Tips for getting around & eating
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