What We’d Do Differently If We Visited El Chaltén, Patagonia Again! (Lessons Learned The Hard Way)
El Chaltén is the kind of place that thrusts foodies into “hikers.” We rolled into town in full-on gourmand mode, wide-eyed and wildly optimistic,…
Do You Need Trekking Poles in El Chaltén? Real Lessons From Our Hikes
El Chaltén has a funny way of turning normal, snack-loving humans into “serious hikers” for a week. You wake up early, you promise yourself…
How Fit Do You Really Need to Be to Hike Laguna de los Tres? (The Honest Reality)
If you came here hoping for “Don’t worry, it’s an easy stroll—just bring vibes,” I regret to inform you that Laguna de los Tres…
Laguna de los Tres: Why the Last Kilometer Is Brutal For Hikers (And How to Survive It)
Laguna de los Tres is the hike that turns regular folks into philosophers. You start out thinking: “Look at us! We’re outdoorsy types!” and…
Where to Stay in Cranbrook, BC: Best Hotels + Areas for Every Trip Style and Budget
Cranbrook is one of those places that can absolutely fool you in the first five minutes. You roll in on the highway, see the…
Where to Stay in Fernie, BC: Best Hotels + Areas for Every Travel Style and Budget
Fernie is one of those British Columbia mountain towns that makes you feel like you should immediately buy a fleece, learn the names of…
Best Tours in El Chaltén: Top Day Tours For First-Time Visitors (What’s Worth Booking)
El Chaltén is DIY-friendly… right up until Patagonia starts playing games with your schedule. Audrey and I showed up thinking we’d just “hike the…
Where to Stay in El Chaltén: Best Areas + Hotels, Hostels, and Lodges for Hikers Guide
El Chaltén is the kind of town where your “easy day” becomes a full cardio sermon, and your “quick sunset stroll” mysteriously turns into…