Head Torches are for Wimps!

I like walking in the dark. I love the dark. I find it comforting and peaceful. This is the opposite to what most people feel about the dark. I love nothing more than turning off all the lights in...

4 Winter Destinations

Who says vacation season is only July? I love traveling during the off-season. Flights are HELLA cheap, there are less crowds, and I have something to look forward to as the dreary Chicago winter...

Vertical Drop for Sightseeing and Skiing

At 3,396 feet above sea level, the town of Chamonix, France, sits at the base of Mont Blanc which tops out at 15,777 ft above sea level. Should it be a clear day in the Alps, when you look up...

Visiting Glacier National Park in Winter

A nature lovers heaven, Glacier National Park is a must to visit. As of today, the Traveling Family PNW has had the pleasure of visiting this majestic park twice. Once in the winter and most...

How to Prepare for Winter Hiking

Don’t let the cold weather stop you from going on an adventure. Many hikers like to explore the great outdoors in the midst of winter. But, going on a winter hike requires some serious preparation...

A Beginners Guide To: New York City (Winter)

New York is one of, if not, my favourite city in the world. It was always my dream to go there. I’d endlessly picture the beautiful Brooklyn homes, the snowy streets of Manhattan, and of...