Alec Sills-Trausch

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The Best Glamping in America, According to the People Who Camped There

May 19, 2026

Zion Glamping Adventures doesn’t need an introduction anymore. For the second consecutive year, the Utah property, full of bell tents tucked into a peaceful cove surrounded by the Canaan Mountain Wilderness, just 45 minutes from ... Read more

Most Americans Are Burned Out. They Also Feel Guilty About Resting.

May 12, 2026

There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes not from working too hard, but from never fully stopping. Americans are living inside it. A report released this week by ResortPass, a platform that sells ... Read more

Don’t Skip These 9 Gorgeous Hikes on Kauai

Apr 02, 2026

Going into my trip to Kauai, I hadn’t done much research. It was a family trip, and I had no idea how much freedom to hike we’d have. In the end, it definitely wasn’t a ... Read more

Looking for great hikes near Denver? Try these 14 beautiful trails.

Apr 22, 2026

When I moved to Colorado, I knew I had to find good hikes without driving all over the state. That led me to explore the day hikes near Denver. I’m still on that quest, but ... Read more

5 Things That Surprised Me After My First Visit to Costa Rica

Feb 16, 2026

After spending 16 days exploring Costa Rica, it has quickly risen to the top of my travel pyramid. From the kindness of the people to the natural landscapes of waterfalls, volcanoes, and beaches to the ... Read more

What I consider the top things to see in Yellowstone National Park

May 06, 2026

After two trips as an adult and one as a kid, I can firmly say that Yellowstone National Park is one of the best national parks we have as a country. You have a plethora ... Read more

12 Places to See When You Visit Iceland

Mar 06, 2026

After two trips to Iceland, it’s one of my favorite places. The stunning and diverse landscapes, welcoming people, and the ability to do unique activities set it apart from so many other destinations. While I’ve ... Read more

Amazing Places to See Wildlife Around the World (From My Travels)

Mar 12, 2026

Over the past few years, as I’ve grown as a photographer and traveler, I’ve set my sights on the best places to see wildlife. As much as I love landscape photography, getting a chance to ... Read more

What to see when you visit East Iceland

Apr 15, 2026

East Iceland is a hidden gem compared to the rest of Iceland. On the opposite side of the country from the capital, far fewer people visit its gorgeous fjords than the southern coast or Snaefellsness ... Read more

Fun Outdoorsy Things To Do in Austin, Texas + Itinerary

Apr 09, 2026

After years and years of hearing about how great Austin, Texas, was, I finally got a chance to visit in the spring of 2026. Living in Denver, it was a quick flight down south. With ... Read more

These Colorado Hikes Will Show You the State’s Incredible Beauty

Apr 03, 2026

There’s little debate that hiking in Colorado is in the United States’ top tier. With gorgeous alpine lakes, beautiful wildflowers, and majestic mountain ranges, Colorado will take your appreciation of nature to another level. While ... Read more

The Winter Adventure Destination in Quebec You’ve Never Heard Of

Mar 29, 2026

Growing up in Arizona, the Chic-Choc Mountains (pronounced shick-shock) of Eastern Québec are almost quite literally on the opposite side of North America. So you’ll understand why I had never heard of them before. Thankfully, ... Read more

Face to Face With Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park

Mar 17, 2026

Fifty-five years ago, Dian Fossey first appeared on the cover of National Geographic, bringing newfound awareness to the mountain gorillas who call the Virunga Massif their home. The 1970 issue with her first-person account titled ... Read more

21 Epic Activities to do in Manuel Antonio in Costa Rica

Feb 10, 2026

If you’re looking for one of the most incredible places to visit in Costa Rica, you need to lock in on Manuel Antonio and Quepos. On the Pacific Coast, southwest of San Jose, this area ... Read more

The National Park Service Just Made It Way Easier to Visit These 4 Places This Summer

Feb 19, 2026

Some of America’s most visited national parks are opening their gates more freely this summer, while others hold the line on crowd control. The National Park Service announced that Yosemite, Arches, Mount Rainier, and Glacier ... Read more

Havasupai Tribe Overhauls Permit System, Offering Early Access and Partial Refunds for 2026 Visitors

Jan 22, 2026

The Havasupai Tribe, steward of one of the Southwest’s most sought-after destinations, announced sweeping changes to its tourism and permit system this week. This marks a notable change in how travelers will access Havasu Falls ... Read more

Winter in Cody, WY: First Time Ice Climbing, Wildlife, and Scenic Drives

Jan 12, 2026

Over the New Year’s holiday, I had the unforgettable opportunity to go ice climbing in Cody, Wyoming, during the annual Wyoming Ice Festival. I’m not much of a rock climber, maybe I go one to ... Read more

2025 in Review: The 8 Most Memorable Moments of the Year

Dec 29, 2025

2025 was an incredible travel year, but for some reason, it also felt underwhelming to the core activities I truly love: Backpacking and hiking. A move from Seattle to Denver occupied a decent chunk of ... Read more

15 Top Things To Do in Arches National Park

Dec 24, 2025

As you’re planning your trip to Utah, you 1000% want to put Arches National Park on the list of places to see. It’s an iconic destination with more access than you knew existed. Hence the ... Read more

What It Is Like Driving in Ireland (From an American)

Dec 21, 2025

On my first trip to Ireland in 2022, I was on a group tour, so we had a bus driver. I remember on a few occasions going down tiny country roads, I could have sworn ... Read more

Kauai Bound? Here Are 16 Epic Activities To Do

Dec 20, 2025

After spending nine days on Kauai, exploring almost every slice of the main roads you can drive, and seeing some truly stunning sights, I can honestly say Kauai is a magical place. It’s full of ... Read more

5-Days Exploring the Desert Southwest Around Moab

Dec 19, 2025

Almost six years since my last visit to Moab, I finally returned to explore one of the most pristine and stunning areas of the desert Southwest. For five days, I had the opportunity to hike, ... Read more

12 Unbelievable Things To Do in Rwanda

Dec 07, 2025

There are some things that I never expected to do or see in my life. One of those was exploring Rwanda. But hot damn, when things present themselves, you just can’t say no. And my ... Read more

Rwanda’s National Parks Offer True Wilderness Exploration, As Country Continues Conservation Push

Nov 14, 2025

Rwanda’s famous Volcanoes National Park, home to the rare mountain gorillas, is set to expand over the next decade. In early September, during the 20th Kwita Izina, Rwanda’s Gorilla Naming Ceremony, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva ... Read more

Expedia Group Forecasts 2026 Travel Trends, Highlighting Sustainable, Story-Driven Exploration

Nov 12, 2025

Travelers are shifting away from sightseeing toward more meaningful experiences. Increasingly, vacations are focused on connection, culture, and sustainability rather than traditional tourist attractions. Expedia Group has released its annual travel-forecast report, Unpack ’26: The ... Read more

5 Reasons To Put Churchill on Your Travel Bucket List

Nov 21, 2025

Each fall, Churchill, a town of 800, swells into the thousands as wildlife photographers and bear lovers travel to the small town on the shores of Hudson Bay, in Northern Canada, to see the magic ... Read more

The 7 Top Outdoor Things To Do Around Mesa, Arizona

Dec 01, 2025

Growing up in the Phoenix area, I quickly realized that the Mesa area, out to the Superstition Mountains, was ripe for adventure and offered some of the best views and hiking in the region. At ... Read more

The 10 Best Places To Visit in December (USA Edition)

Nov 22, 2025

December can be a hectic month, with the holidays basically bookending it. That said, if you need a place to jet off to—or maybe spend the holidays—I think you’ll find an epic time at these ... Read more

American’s Intend To Travel for Holidays, Even as Wallets Tighten

Nov 16, 2025

As the winter holidays approach, Americans appear eager to travel again, but not to splurge. A new Deloitte survey finds more people are planning to hit the road or skies this season, yet most are ... Read more

Roadsurfer’s New Rental Station in Denver Offers Endless Exploration Throughout the Rocky Mountains

Oct 06, 2025

This past spring, Roadsurfer, a German travel and campervan company, opened its newest rental station in Denver, Colorado, capitalizing on the beauty and adventure opportunities that exist at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Spanning ... Read more

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