Top 10 Places to Explore Outdoors in Santa Barbara

About the Area: Santa Barbara lies in the heart of the American Riviera. Sometimes overlooked as it’s two hours north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is full of hidden gems. Surrounded by the Santa...

Relaxing Hidden Gem in New York

Whilst on the return walk from the United Nations, walking up E 49th I remembered reading about a little hidden hideaway that takes you from the hustle and bustle and puts you into a calm...

Mountain Bike the Mitten

Most avid mountain bikers that visit the Mitten roll into Marquette or Copper Harbor, both epic trail systems. Copper Harbor is an IMBA Silver-level ride center, and Marquette is just a little behind...

Mountain Magic, Winter Park CO

A rocky mountain ski trip is winter magic: snow-capped views above 10,000 feet, delightful apres-ski toasts with ski buddies, ripping a top-to-bottom run on packed powder, and a soak in the...

New Orleans, Lessons from the Swamp

I'd never been to New Orleans. This classic southern Cajun-vibe city perched on the gulf in a giant swath of wetlands where seawater meets the Mississippi River. I bet you've heard the nickname, The...

Give the Gift of Travel (Five Mountain Bike Vacations)

f you're like me, you're already scheming and planning for 2024 travel. And, since the holiday season is upon us, let's skip more stuff and give the gift of travel instead. What's on our 2024 wish...