Travel
Men’s Journal |
Eat, Stay, Play: Where to Ride and Relax in Revelstoke, British Columbia
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is often hailed as one of the best places to ski and snowboard in North America. To find out if it’s worth the hype, you need to get off the beaten path to discover the key components to its rising reputation as worthy destination—that is, as home to some of the best (and toughest) terrain, some of the lightest snow, and some of the top small mountain-town feels.
Men’s Journal |
Eat, Play, Stay in Cusco, Peru
Most people head to Peru to visit Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. However, in order to get there, you’ll need to fly or bus to Cusco, the nearest major city.
Luckily, Cusco is delightful and full of great food and nightlife, day-trip adventures, and culture – don’t think of it as just a stop-over town. Instead, dive into the Cusco community to learn about its history and the many nearby adventures it has to offer. Here’s where you should eat, play, and stay in Cusco, Peru.
Men’s Journal |
Packlist for the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
I wasn’t going to miss Machu Picchu during my six-week long Peru trip, but I also wasn’t going to get there easily.The simplest way is by train from Cusco, while another popular way is to hike the Inca Trail.Aiming for a less popular route, I opted for the Salkantay trek, which is often listed as one of the best treks in the world and can be done independently or with one of many guiding companies.
Backpacker | Expert Tips on How to Fit and Load a Backpack for a Pain-Free Hike
I’ve done a handful of long hikes in past years, like the four-day Laugavegur trek in Iceland and a full-day 14er hike on Quandary Peak in Colorado. No matter which pack I use or how I load it up, however, my back seems to ache.
Or my shoulders. Or my neck.
Backpacker |
The 10 Most Gorgeous Solo Hikes
Heading out on an adventure and knowing that you are solely in control of where you camp, when you stop, and what you eat can be a thrilling feeling. “Solitude is so rare in this day and age that it can be really powerful if you seek it out purposefully,” says Amy Rathke, Environmental Stewardship Coordinator for the National Outdoor Leadership School. “Gear preferences, food preferences—ultimately, the trip is yours. If you want to sit by an alpine lake and sit in the sun and read your book in the middle of the day, you don’t have to answer to anyone else. These ten perfect hikes, from a few miles to a few weeks long, are waiting for you.
Backpacker |
10 Amazing Cave Hikes in the U.S.
Want to get a different vantage point on your next backpacking trip? Explore the country's best caves, all of which offer camping and hiking options nearby. Here are 10 of our favorite subterranean spots.