Slot canyons and washes are our absolute favorite type of hike, and there are plenty of canyons to be explored in and around Glen Canyon Recreation Area. Of course, there are the renowned slots like Antelope Canyon and Buckskin Gulch,…
The Sacred Valley outside of Cusco holds many modern and ancient treasures that make it quite the interesting place to spend time while visiting this area of Peru. The town of Maras and the old Incan agricultural terraces of Moray…
After experiencing the bustling city life of Buenos Aires, we flew down to Ushuaia to see what the southern tip of the country had to offer. While the city is clearly much smaller and quieter than Buenos Aires, there are…
There are many adventures to be had directly from Coroico, making this little town a great place to spend some time exploring the jungle. Climbing Uchumachi peak makes for a great day in nature, and the trail can be reached…
Some of Arizona’s history can be seen in the many Native American ruins around the state. Various tribes have established settlements across Arizona over thousands of years, and many of the archaeological sites are well preserved to this day. Tonto…
Dry and desolate deserts cover the southwestern corner of Bolivia. At first glance, it may seem like a vast stretch of nothingness. But this area is home to some of the most unique and beautiful views we have seen. In…
Updated Feb. 2026 After walking the busy streets of Buenos Aires and hanging out on Uruguay’s coast, we welcomed the cool, fresh air and tranquility of Tierra del Fuego. Tierra del Fuego, or Land of Fire, sits on the southernmost…
Saguaro Lake is an oasis along the Salt River that winds through the hills outside of Phoenix. The area is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with fishing, boating, hiking, swimming, and more. Plus, the reservoir’s cool water offers some relief from…
Several years back, we drove past Picacho Peak during our first visit to Arizona and wondered if it could be climbed. When we moved to Phoenix, we finally made the trip to Picacho Peak State Park and made the hike…
Summer is around the corner and the North Rim of the Grand Canyon will soon open up. As soon as the snow melts enough and the road into the park opens, people flock from around the world to see the…
The stretch of the Andes Mountains that surrounds Cusco is absolutely breathtaking, making it a must to go out and see if you are in the area. We can’t all take one of the hikes to Machu Picchu though, whether…
Cusco is the most-visited city in Peru, and we can definitely see why. The city holds precious history from Incan times, has a rich culture, boasts delicious local foods, sits in some of the country’s most beautiful landscape, and much…