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The Six Most Instagrammable Places in Michigan

By Shalee Wanders | Mar 4, 2020

The Six Most Instagrammable Places in Michigan March 4, 2020 1. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore It’s not hard to see that Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore tops the list as Michigan’s most instagrammable place. From the towering cliffs, natural arches, crystal-clear waters, waterfalls, and endless adventures, it’s the epitome of an Instagram hot-spot.  During temperate summer…

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hiking old man of storr

Three Things to Know Before Hiking Old Man of Storr

By Shalee Wanders | Jan 25, 2020

Three Things to Know Before Hiking Old Man of Storr January 25, 2020 The buzzing of my 4:00am alarm still rang in my head as we loaded the car and began the three-hour journey from Fort William to Isle of Skye in the Scottish Highlands. We immaturely allotted one day to explore Isle of Skye,…

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My Whitney Summit Via Mountaineers Route

What to Expect When Hiking Mt. Whitney’s Mountaineers Route

By Shalee Wanders | Jul 20, 2019

What to Expect When Hiking Mt Whitney’s Mountaineers Route July 20, 2019 Mountaineers Route July 2019 – photo by Josh Super What to Expect When Hiking Mt Whitney’s Mountaineers Route It was 2:30 am on July 13th, 2019, when I poured boiling water over the overly priced backpacking meal of scrambled eggs and bacon. I…

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Six Underrated Places to Visit in the United States

By Shalee Wanders | Jun 26, 2019

Six Underrated Places to Visit in The United States June 26, 2019 1. Savannah, Georgia What popular cities like Miami, Los Angeles, and New York lack in charm, Savannah brilliantly flourishes in. Blush & blue colored Victorian-era mansions line old squares, covered in vines and displaying wick-burning lanterns to welcome visitors. Skyscrapers are nonexistent while…

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Best Scotland Road Trip: Top Things to See in The Scottish Highlands

By Shalee Wanders | May 17, 2019

Best Scotland Road Trip: Top Things to See in The Scottish Highlands January 22, 2022   Scotland Road Trip Notes I can’t pinpoint the exact moment Scotland piqued my interest. Maybe it was a picture of a highland cow on Instagram, or a tip from a fellow traveler on the natural beauty tucked away in…

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A Solo Hike Up New Zealand’s Gertrude Saddle

By Shalee Wanders | Mar 7, 2019

A Solo Hike Up New Zealand’s Gertrude Saddle   Updated: March 31, 2020 Around dawn, I peeked my head out from the thin blanket I had spread across myself in the backseat of my compact rental car. The night had lingered in the mid-40s, but my many layers kept me warm through the late summer…

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By Shalee Wanders | Feb 15, 2019

You Can Come With Me to PERU!   YOU can join me on an EPIC adventure to PERU! I’ve partnered up with EF Ultimate Break to bring you an incredible opportunity to visit Peru and hike Machu Picchu with me in October 2021. Up the altitude and dive into jungles, cities and ancient ruins on this…

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Want to Climb a Mountain? Six Easy Peaks to Climb in North America

By Shalee Wanders | Jan 23, 2019

Travel With Me! Discover trips to Iceland, Patagonia, and Thailand in 2024 & 2025. Explore here Want to Climb a Mountain? Six Easy Mountains to Climb in The United States Updated: May 1, 2022 There are thousands of mountains around North America (and the world) that offer the sweet reward of a mountain summit without…

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12 Gifts Every Adventurer Will Love

By Shalee Wanders | Nov 22, 2018

12 GIFTS EVERY ADVENTURER WILL LOVE 1. Airbnb Gift Card ($50-$100)   Travelers like to stay in unique places. Something more thrilling than the local Hampton Inn. What better gift than a gift of experience? Airbnb is a home-rental site that allows travelers to stay in unique accommodation around the world. From treehouses to igloos…

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