BY: JESSICA BEUKER Summer vacation is right around the corner, which means that feet start to get itchy as students are released from the shackles of academia and everyone else starts to think about …
Life without Borders
This peaceful ecolodge tucked into a remote Vietnamese mountainside is the definition of paradise
All photos from Topas Ecolodge Tucked peacefully away into the remote, mountainous region of Sapa, Vietnam, sits a stunning, extraordinary oasis. Surrounded by mountains and otherworldly scenery, the …
Travelling Differently: Muay Thai Holidays
The idea of travelling over ten thousand kilometres to get punched and kicked in thirty degrees plus heat might sound like pure madness to some, but that’s exactly where I found myself last year as I …
What hiking to Abbot Pass Hut taught me about perseverance
BY BROOKLYN PINHEIRO We were about half way up the scramble of the gully when hail started to bounce off our helmets. We stayed close to the side of a towering bolder while people added layers and adj…
How train hopping has evolved into the ultimate pastime for vagabonds and thrill seekers
BY: NADIA ZAIDI I’m admittedly somewhat of a recluse. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy the company of others, and people inspire me to continue pursuing journalism. But maybe I enjoy my lofty …
Backpacking: 5 incredible lesser-known places to see in Ontario
When people think of backpacking Ontario, two places probably come to mind: Toronto, and Ottawa. The CN Tower, and Parliament Hill. Not exactly off-the-beaten-path now is it? But Ontario is so much mo…
The Layman’s guide to backpacking in India
BY: NADIA ZAIDI Who says that backpacking is only reserved for Europe? If you’re someone who wants to explore “third world” culture and experience its lifestyle unfiltered and unrest…
Backpacking Canada: What non-Canadians need to know before they go (EDITED)
Oh, Canada! A sparsely-populated country of scenic views, multi-cultural cities, friendly residents, maple syrup, and of course, poutine. While it seems that everyone has their own ideas of what it me…
Welcome to Valhalla: The eco-friendly movement devoted entirely to freedom culture
BY: ERIK HUSTON Far away from the mischief and mania of parallel/reality TV, soap opera politics and the old cliche of runaway consumerism, there is a new world emerging of literal lavender and horti…
Cat lovers rejoice, there’s a feline city in Malaysia (photos)
BY BROOKLYN PINHEIRO Long before internet culture claimed cats as its official mascot there was born a town dedicated to the little hair balls. In Kuching, Malaysia there are cats everywhere, in front…
This British woman went from being a hitchhiking nomad to fighting on the frontlines in Syria
BY: NADIA ZAIDI Kimberly Taylor is the first British woman to join the fight against ISIS in Syria. She has joined the Women’s Protection Units, which is the all-female affiliate army of the Pe…
When and how you should include your travels on your resume
How you choose to represent your travels on your resume is akin to a work of art. After all, you want to sound professional and showcase the skills you’ve learned while living a transient, out-o…
11 Hiking hygiene tips to take with you on your next trail adventure
Keeping up with hiking hygiene seems to take more effort than usual. But keeping your body healthy and strong is of the utmost importance when preparing for a day’s trek. So how do you do this, …
Hiking Safety: Ten tips to help keep you safe on the trail
So you’ve decided to go hiking and experience the beautiful sights, sounds, and smells of nature. But have you thought about hiking safety and what you should do to keep yourself in tip-top shap…
Easy ways to be a more ethical tourist
The travel and tourism industry is one of the world’s largest. In fact, according to a Statista travel and tourism industry report, the industry contributed over 7.6 trillion dollars US to the g…
Backpacking: 10 common hiking mistakes made by beginners
Whether you are new to the trail or have conquered thousands of miles, hiking mistakes are bound to be made. Some mistakes made are easy to learn from and are fun to look back on and laugh at, while o…
Watch the epic footage of the first-ever wing suit skydive during the solar eclipse
All (safely protected) eyes were on the sky Monday, Aug 21, as the world watched a magical solar eclipse unfold. Some people watched live streams from their work desks, while others participated in el…
Backpacking light: How to pack only the essentials
So you want to go backpacking light, do you? Do you dream of jetting off with nothing but an easy-to-carry pack on your back? Are you not the type to become attached to material possessions, and want …
Backpacking chair: The perfect lightweight chair to accompany you on your travels
Given the vast range of backpacking chair styles, it can be difficult to decide what kind of chair will be most suitable for your needs. First, decide if bringing along a backpacking chair is in your …
How to take amazing travel photos of yourself while solo
There’s nothing like the sinking feeling of looking through an album of old travel photos and realizing you’re not in any of them. In the moment, it’s easy to get comfortable behind …