A Travel Blog by Katie Chavez
On a cold winter’s weekend, I headed to Yulefest, the Blue Mountains Christmas in July celebrations that are held every winter in the town of Katoomba. I may be from the Southern Hemisphere, but after spending several years Christmassing in the colder climes of the Northern Hemisphere, having a BBQ and going to the beach […] Read more…
Month 134 was a mix of work and travel with two shows at the Gorge and two different road trips. I started the month working the Chris Stapleton show, a reasonably quiet one for us that Toby’s Aunt and Uncle visited for. I am not a country fan so I didn’t go in for the […] Read more…
Hiking from Valbona to Theth in autumn? Read my detailed guide and itinerary and start planning! When you think of Albania, I don’t know if you would think of hiking or autumn colors, but you should. Hiking from Valbona to Theth in Albania’s Accursed Mountains in autumn was the highlight of my six weeks traveling […] Read more…
One of the most beautiful and rewarding places to visit in the U.S. is Washington State, and this detailed two week Washington Road Trip itinerary showcases the best of the state… I have been spending summers in Washington for going on five years now, and let me tell you – this state is the most […] Read more…
The Crypt Lake hike is a well-known day trail in the often-overlooked Waterton Lakes National Park, located in Alberta, Canada. It is a difficult 17km/10.5 mile out and back trail that gradually climbs over 700 meters/2300ft in elevation. This trail is the most well-known of the Waterton hikes because it involves a bit of an obstacle […] Read more…
Have you heard of the Mount Healy Overlook Trail in Denali National Park? If you are planning on hiking in Denali, this trail should definitely be on your list. Read on to find out more. Along with seeing the mighty mountain itself, the thing I was most excited about when visiting Denali National Park was […] Read more…
If you are planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast and want to do some hiking, read on to find out about my experience hiking the Amalfi Coast… I have hiked the Inca Trail, through the Rocky Mountains, past Mount Doom on the Tongariro Northern Circuit in New Zealand, around the thundering waterfalls of Yosemite […] Read more…
Looking for a scenic Vancouver day hike that isn’t too far from the city? Then check out my experience doing the Garibaldi Lake Hike – a stunning hike to a beautiful turquoise lake. There are many, many beautiful hikes around Vancouver, one of the reasons I love this city so much. Over the years I […] Read more…
If you are planning to do some solo travel in Greece, this article discusses some tips for solo female travelers. Greece is a beautiful country with stunning places to visit and friendly and helpful people. So, is Greece safe for solo female travelers? Yes, I definitely think Greece is safe for females traveling alone. I […] Read more…
Are you planning on visiting Oman? Then this blog post is for you! This 7-day Oman Itinerary will take you on a tour of Oman, highlighting the best attractions in each region. It’s perfect for those who are short on time and want to see as much as possible while they are there. We also […] Read more…