Virtual tours are an interactive experience and thanks to the internet, we can basically go anywhere in the world! They are hosted on a video conference platform, like Zoom, and allow people to sign on and experience it in the comfort of their home. We are so excited to announce the launch of FREE (donation based) virtual tours to support locals around the world while bringing adventure to your home!
Training to climb Kilimanjaro is as much about your physical endurance as it is about your mental stamina. Hiking between 5-10 miles each day for several days in a row can be tough. To prepare for the climb, your fitness is important, and I’ve decided to share exactly what I do to train for every climb with you.
We all like challenges, right? Well, what if you were given a unique challenge - something you might never normally do. The chance to climb the World’s tallest freestanding mountain, the tallest mountain in Africa, and one of the seven summits? Continue watching to learn if you should do it and if it's worth it!
Hear about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro as the Amateur Traveler talks to Kylie Chenn, the founder and CEO of Acanela Expeditions, about what you should know about climbing the tallest mountain in Africa.
Many people look at Covid19 as a setback, but I see it as a HUGE opportunity to reset our lives and plan for the future. Don’t let this take the adventure out of you, instead, let’s find opportunities to create new adventures right in front of us! After all, isn’t home the place we spend the most time anyways?
Here are 10 things I’m doing every day during quarantine!
I just finished one of my favorite trip experiences of the year, an incredible 7-day expedition to Morocco with 9 incredible women. These women are doing amazing things in the world and I learned so much by spending a week with them and exploring a stunning country. While you may not have had the chance to join us this round, let me share with you some of the highlights from our incredible Girlboss women in Morocco.
Southeast Asia. The countries of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar are home to some of the most unique culture, deep history, and heartwarming people. All of these countries are also home to some of the World’s most stunning temples - in particular temples of Angkor (Angkor Wat) in Cambodia and the Ancient Temples in Bagan Myanmar.
Early in the morning at 5:00am hundreds of monks wake up, leave the temples, and walk through the city streets collecting their morning alms (sticky rice and other simple foods) that is give to them from the local people as a part of a special alms giving ceremony. The monks walk in a single file line down the main streets that lead to the royal palace, where locals kneel by the curbside with their heads bowed and their feet tucked away - showing respect for the monks who are passing by.
Around the world, there are millions of people who struggle because they lack a basic necessity that some of us take for granted: the ability to build a livelihood and provide for their families; simply put, a job. I’m not talking about a fulfilling career or high-paying salary, but the security of being able to feed yourself and family at the end of the day.
The Silk Road is made up of the countries of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. This part of the world is full of unique culture, ancient history, and delicious cuisine. Here are a few of our top tips on the best time to visit, and everything you need to know before visiting Central Asia
