How to Visit Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica
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How to Visit Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica

A visit to Manuel Antonio National Park is a staple of many Costa Rica itineraries. Manuel Antonio is one of the best places along the Pacific Coast to spot wildlife! Plus, it has great hiking and beautiful beaches. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know to visit Manuel Antonio, how to get there, how to buy tickets, what to pack, and much more!

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How to Visit the Blue Falls of Bajos Del Toro in Costa Rica
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How to Visit the Blue Falls of Bajos Del Toro in Costa Rica

The Blue Falls in Bajos del Toro are an amazing hidden gem in Costa Rica. Their milky blue color and mystical rainforest setting make for a truly authentic adventure. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about how to visit the Blue Falls of Costa Rica, including how to get there, how much it costs, and the types of tours to the Blue Falls. We also share how to visit Catarata del Toro, Costa Rica’s tallest waterfall!

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8 Adventurous Things to Do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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8 Adventurous Things to Do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica

La Fortuna is considered the adventure capital of Costa Rica, and for good reason! In this post, we’ll go over all the best things to do in La Fortuna, from white water rafting to walking on suspension bridges through the rainforest to spotting sloths. We also share our best tips for visiting La Fortuna!

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  Hiking the Precipice Trail in Acadia National Park
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Hiking the Precipice Trail in Acadia National Park

The Precipice Trail is the best hike in Acadia National Park! One of the famous iron rung routes, it scales the cliffside of Champlain Mountain with help of iron rung ladders, fun scrambles, and cliffside walks with some big exposure. It’s certainly not for everyone. Here, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about hiking the Precipice Trail in Acadia so you can decide if you want to take on this epic New England challenge!

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Hiking the Jordan Cliffs – Penobscot – Bubbles – Pemetic Loop in Acadia National Park: The Best Hike Around Jordan Pond
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Hiking the Jordan Cliffs – Penobscot – Bubbles – Pemetic Loop in Acadia National Park: The Best Hike Around Jordan Pond

The trails around Jordon Pond provide some of the best hikes in Acadia National Park. From iron rung routes along cliffsides, to fun scrambles, to challenging summit climbs, to gorgeous views over Acadia and the ocean, the hikes around Jordon Pond do not disappoint. In this article, we show how you can combine all the best hikes around Jordan Pond into one epic day hike, including the Bubbles, Penobscot Mountain, Pemetic Mountain and Jordan Cliffs.

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  10 Best Hikes in Acadia National Park
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10 Best Hikes in Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park has no shortage of awesome trails. From seaside strolls to challenging summits to nerve-wracking cliff-side trails, there is something for everyone here. We share some of the best hikes in Acadia National Park, including our favorite iron rung routes like the Precipice Trail and the Beehive, and some hikes around Jordan Pond with incredible views. We also share our best tips for hiking in Acadia to help you prepare for an epic New England adventure.

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  10 Awesome Things to Do in Acadia National Park
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10 Awesome Things to Do in Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park is a gem of the Northeast. From catching the country's first sunrise, to hiking iron rung trails, to getting epic ocean-meets-mountain views, we'll go over all the best things to do in Acadia. We'll also give you some tips for visiting (including information about Acadia reservations) and share one to three day itineraries for Acadia National Park!

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  Best Things to Do in Iceland:  18 Adventurous Activities in the Land of Fire and Ice
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Best Things to Do in Iceland:  18 Adventurous Activities in the Land of Fire and Ice

For a small country, Iceland packs a big punch when it comes to adventure. From chasing waterfalls to hunting the Northern Lights to trekking across glaciers to driving the ring road to hiking through lava fields, you can spend months here and not cover it all! We’ve rounded up some of the best things to do in Iceland to help you decide how to plan your time in this incredible country.

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  5 Incredible Hikes in Iceland to Put on Your Bucketlist
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5 Incredible Hikes in Iceland to Put on Your Bucketlist

Iceland is definitely a hiker’s dream, with out of this world landscapes full of volcanos, lava fields, glaciers, waterfalls, color rhyolite mountains, and lush green canyons. Hiking in Iceland is one of the best ways to explore the country, and we’ve rounded up our five favorite Iceland hikes for you to put on your bucketlist! We’ll give you the run down on some of the best hikes in Iceland, showing you what to expect and how to get there so you can plan an epic hiking trip in this incredible country!

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16 Epic Waterfalls in Iceland
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16 Epic Waterfalls in Iceland

If you love waterfalls, Iceland is the place to be! This country is jam-packed with them, with one seemingly around every corner! So how do you choose which to see? We’ll share with you some of the best waterfalls in Iceland to visit, ranging from the tall and powerful to the short and graceful and everything in between!

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  One to Two Week Iceland Itinerary for the Adventurous Traveler
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One to Two Week Iceland Itinerary for the Adventurous Traveler

Whether you have one or two weeks in Iceland, you’ll never run out of awesome things to do in this incredible country. We’ve taken some of our favorite experiences and created these one and two week Iceland itineraries that will bring you along the southern ring road, to famous waterfalls, down epic hiking trails, and across Iceland’s largest glacier. Get ready for an adventure!

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How to Get a Half Dome Permit (Plus Tips to Increase Your Chances!)
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How to Get a Half Dome Permit (Plus Tips to Increase Your Chances!)

Want to know how to get a Half Dome permit? We have everything you need to know! From how to apply to the preseason and daily Half Dome lottery, to how to get a Wilderness Permit and backpack to Half Dome, we got you covered. Plus, we’ll share our best tips for increasing your chances at getting the Half Dome permit!

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How to Visit Landmannalaugar, Iceland: The Ultimate Guide
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How to Visit Landmannalaugar, Iceland: The Ultimate Guide

Landmannalauger, located within the Icelandic highlands, is a hiker’s dream. Filled with colorful rhyolite mountains, expansive lava fields, geothermal baths, and the chance to climb volcanoes, there’s something for everyone in this out-of-this-world landscape. We’ll tell you everything you need to know to plan your trip to Landmannalauger, including how to get there, where to stay, best things to do, and more!

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How To Get Permits For Mount Whitney (and tips to increase your odds!)
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How To Get Permits For Mount Whitney (and tips to increase your odds!)

Looking to get a Mount Whitney permit to climb to the highest peak in the continental US? We’re here to help! This article explains absolutely everything you need to know about how to get a Mount Whitney permit, including how to apply for the Mount Whitney lottery, gives all the important dates, and, best of all, shares some tips on how to increase your odds at getting a Whitney permit!

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One Day Itinerary for the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland: 10 Awesome Things to See and Do
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One Day Itinerary for the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland: 10 Awesome Things to See and Do

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula, often called Iceland in Miniature, is a great option for a one day trip from Reykjavik or a quick detour off the ring road. Our one day itinerary will show you all the best things to do on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, from visiting the famous Kirkjufell Mountain, to exploring Snaefellsjokull National Park, to visiting black and golden sand beaches, and more!

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How to Visit Dynjandi and Rauðasandur in the Westfjords: Two Bucket List Places in Iceland’s Most Remote Destination
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How to Visit Dynjandi and Rauðasandur in the Westfjords: Two Bucket List Places in Iceland’s Most Remote Destination

If you’re looking for an off the beaten path adventure in Iceland, head to the Westfjords! And two must-see places in the Westfjords are Dynjandi, a magestic and photogenic waterfall, and Raudasandur, a desolate red sand beach. In this article, we’ll share everything you need to know about visiting both Raudasandur and Dynjandi so that you can put the Westfjords on your Iceland itinerary.

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Hiking the Blahnúkúr Brennisteinsalda Loop in Iceland: Landmannalaugar’s Best Day Hike
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Hiking the Blahnúkúr Brennisteinsalda Loop in Iceland: Landmannalaugar’s Best Day Hike

If you’re looking for the best day hike in Iceland, the Blahnukur Brennisteinsalda Loop in Landmannalauger is it. Located in the Icelandic highlands, you’ll get sweeping views of the colorful landscape, walk through lava fields, and climb two volcanoes. We’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Blahnukur Brennisteinsalda hike, including where to stay, how to get there, what to expect, and more!

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The Fimmvörðuháls Hike: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Day Hike in Iceland
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The Fimmvörðuháls Hike: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Day Hike in Iceland

The Fimmvorduhals hike is the best day hike in Iceland. You’ll start at the iconic and epic Skogafoss, trek past 26 waterfalls, between two glaciers, through barren volcanic landscape, and finally descend through the stunningly beautiful mossy ridges of Thorsmork. This hike is both physically and logistically difficult, but we’ll walk you through absolutely everything you need to know to plan your Fimmvorduhals hike in this super comprehensive guide.

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The Best Stops Along Iceland's Golden Circle
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The Best Stops Along Iceland's Golden Circle

The Golden Circle is Iceland’s most popular tourist route, and it’s no surprise. Its close proximity to Reykjavik and the diversity of attractions - waterfalls, geysers, volcanoes, even snorkeling - allow for the perfect one day trip for any adventurous traveler. We’ll show you our favorite spots along Iceland’s Golden Circle, plus worthy detours, and tips for making your perfect Golden Circle road trip itinerary.

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