Alternative Routes to Machu Picchu

Alternative Routes to Machu Picchu

For those visiting Peru looking for an alternative route to Machu Picchu that’s a little more off the beaten path than the usual tourist trails, the options below are all good choices. The Lares Route Allow three to five days for this trip to Machu Picchu, which...
Preparing to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Preparing to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro can be difficult, and it is crucial that climbers are prepared for the climb. Determination and preparation are key, even for seasoned climbers such as John Quarenghi. Packing the right gear is an important part of preparing to climb Mount...
Stunning Grand Canyon Hiking Trails

Stunning Grand Canyon Hiking Trails

The stunning Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona is home to the Colorado River and colorful rockfaces that reveal the area’s geological history. The Grand Canyon is full of scenic trails to suit hikers of all abilities. Keen hikers, such as John Quarenghi, believe...
Hiking in Iceland

Hiking in Iceland

Iceland is a country with many beautiful and unique vistas, with each region offering something different – from the wildlands that are cut through with roaring rivers, to the dramatic canyons and stunning valleys of the highlands.   This variety makes Iceland the...
Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro

Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing mountain in the world, and as a result, it has a place on the bucket list of most keen hikers. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro takes hikers on a journey through multiple ecosystems, including rainforests, desert zones and even...