Hiking the Inca Trail in the Time of COVID

Hiking the Inca Trail

For adventure travelers, there are some classic hikes across the globe that routinely make everyone’s bucket list. For instance, the trek to Everest Base Camp is a must-do hike, as is a climb to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The other classic journey is hiking the Inca Trail in Peru, a four-day journey through the … Read more

82-Year Old Climber Misses Summit of Dhaulagiri for 12th Time

Summit of Dhaulagiri

In the dictionary, under the word “perseverance”, there should be a photo of 82-year old Spanish climber Carlos Soria. If ever there was an example of a mountaineer who has exhibited extreme patience and persistence it is this man. Recently, in an effort to achieve his goal of becoming the oldest person to climb all … Read more

Rower Completes First Solo Journey from New York to London

New York to London

When John Fairfax first rowed across the Atlantic Ocean back in 1969, he had no idea that we would be paving the way for future adventurers to follow. Setting out from the Canary Islands and arriving in Florida 180 days later, he proved that it was possible for a person to travel alone across the … Read more

You Probably Shouldn’t Try Climbing Mt. Rainier Right Now

climbing mt rainier

Here at The Adventure Blog we routinely share stories of the impact of climate change and warming temperatures on our planet. For instance, just recently we wrote about how thawing tundra in Denali National Park is causing the only road there to sink dramatically and we’ve had several articles on shifting conditions in Greenland. But, … Read more

The Sylvansport Electric RV is the Motorhome of Our Dreams

Sylvansport Electric RV

There is no question that we’re on the verge of an electric vehicle revolution. Not only are EVs better for the environment, they also offer amazing performance and an array of unique technology. Of course, Tesla has been leading the way in this space for years, but now nearly every major car manufacturer has announced … Read more

Will the iPhone 13 Double as a Satellite Phone?

iPhone 13 satellite

There are few things more predictable in the topsy-turvy world of consumer electronics than the arrival of a new iPhone. Without fail, Apple produces a new edition to its smartphone line-up each fall, consistently delivering a faster processor, an updated camera, and a host of other features designed to lure in new and returning customers. … Read more

COVID Vaccine Now Required for Everest Base Camp Trekkers

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If you’re planning on trekking to Everest Base Camp this fall—or anywhere else in the Nepal’s Khumbu Valley—local authorities have issued some new regulations that you will want to be aware of. As the Himalayan country continues to struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism officials are muddying the waters a bit with their message on … Read more