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Schynige Platte to First, Grindelwald Hike in Switzerland

Schynige Platte to First, Grindelwald Hike in Switzerland

by Erika van 't Veld | Jun 30, 2019 | Europe, Favorite Treks, Solo Travel, Switzerland, Trekking

The Interlaken region of Switzerland is beautiful not only for its turquoise lakes, but also its impressive mountain ranges. Treks here are easily accessible by train, so everyone from avid trekkers to families can enjoy the views that the Swiss Alps has to offer. My...
Kalaw to Inle Lake Trek, Unguided!

Kalaw to Inle Lake Trek, Unguided!

by Erika van 't Veld | Mar 13, 2019 | Favorite Treks, Myanmar, Southeast Asia, Trekking

The most popular trek in Myanmar is from a small mountain town, Kalaw, to Inle Lake. While the vast majority of people trek Kalaw to Inle Lake with a tour, it’s very possible to trek it unguided. In February 2019, Intrepid Road’s Marty and I trekked from Kalaw to Inle...
Trekking Mestia to Ushguli in October, in Svaneti, Georgia

Trekking Mestia to Ushguli in October, in Svaneti, Georgia

by Erika van 't Veld | Nov 14, 2018 | Europe, Favorite Treks, Georgia, Trekking

Although it’s one of the most popular treks in Georgia, the trek from Mestia to Ushguli was still blissfully off the tourist radar. Trekking in October meant chilly nights, crisp mornings, sunshine all day, and fall foliage as far as the eye could see.I embarked on...
The Three Passes Trek + Everest Base Camp Without A Guide

The Three Passes Trek + Everest Base Camp Without A Guide

by Erika van 't Veld | Oct 14, 2018 | Favorite Treks, Nepal, South Asia, Trekking

The Three Passes Trek is an opportunity for trekkers to challenge themselves in the world-famous Everest mountain region. There’s no need to train years and spend thousands of dollars to be in the presence of Mt. Everest on the Three Passes Trek.  The Three...

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