Even if you are not a hiker, you shouldn’t rule out mountains as a beautiful and memorable vacation experience. These days there are a lot of opportunities and chances to view the incredible nature of national parks and high peaks from the windows of a helicopter or small jet, and they don’t have to cost you an arm or a leg.
Here are a few reasons you might consider booking a helicopter trip and some tips as to how to go about it.
1) You have a large amount of territory and a short amount of time. If you are only
Alaska’s Mountains – Visit the Highest Peaks in the U.S.
by Jessica B. June 18th, 2012 | Destination Highlight, Mountains, USA
If you are planning a trip to Alaska, you should try to include a few day hikes to some of the most impressive mountain peaks the US has to offer. While hiking season in Alaska is short, during the summer months the views are incredible. Alaska has something for everyone, with short day hikes for beginners to experienced hikers, to long and challenging backpacking trips and mountain climbs. It is worthwhile to review and plan your trip well ahead of time. National parks can get a bit crowded and some overnight trips do require permits, so make sure you
Lysefjord, Norway
by Bea May 25th, 2012 | Europe, Mountains
Okay, I'm officially obsessed. I really want to go to the Lysefjord in Norway.
If you want the chance to look straight down a cliff to see a 1000-meter drop, Lysefjord is where you want to be. Many people travel here to get their share of base jumping in. That all sounds too scary for me, but I know that I am up for the hike and the adventure. I hope to be able to go this summer, but I do have to find a friend who will be crazy enough to travel with me. Maybe you would be up for
If you want the chance to look straight down a cliff to see a 1000-meter drop, Lysefjord is where you want to be. Many people travel here to get their share of base jumping in. That all sounds too scary for me, but I know that I am up for the hike and the adventure. I hope to be able to go this summer, but I do have to find a friend who will be crazy enough to travel with me. Maybe you would be up for
Visiting the Sierra Madres in Mexico
by Jessica B. May 23rd, 2012 | Destination Highlight, Mexico, Mountains
The Sierra Madres in Mexico are a beautiful mountain range with a diverse natural landscape and an incredible history. Enjoy a getaway here for a week or two to take in all that the Sierra Madres have to offer. You can hike in the region or enjoy a train ride through the mountains to take in the marvelous views. Here are a few tips for ways to enjoy and experience the Sierra Madres.
1) The Chihuahua- Pacific railroad – Also known as the Chepe, this offers breathtaking views and is itself an amazing work of engineering. This train ride will
1) The Chihuahua- Pacific railroad – Also known as the Chepe, this offers breathtaking views and is itself an amazing work of engineering. This train ride will
Via Alpina
by Bea April 27th, 2012 | Europe, Mountains
Via Alpina is an organization that encourages hikers to check out the Alps and to be able to experience all that there is available.
Via Alpina is composed of five international trails that go through eight different countries. There are 342 stages to visit and over 3000 miles of hiking trails available that are marked by Via Alpina signage. There five different trails are named Red, Purple, Green, Blue, and Yellow. Each offers its own special trait and they are all very different from one another. For example, the Red trail is made up of 161 stages going through Italy, Slovenia, Austria,
Via Alpina is composed of five international trails that go through eight different countries. There are 342 stages to visit and over 3000 miles of hiking trails available that are marked by Via Alpina signage. There five different trails are named Red, Purple, Green, Blue, and Yellow. Each offers its own special trait and they are all very different from one another. For example, the Red trail is made up of 161 stages going through Italy, Slovenia, Austria,