Pico de Orizaba

Pico de Orizaba

Location:Mexico Housing a majority of the country’s best hiking spots, the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt stretches from the Gulf of Mexico to the Pacific Ocean. The Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt is also referred to as the Transvolcanic Belt, the Sierra Nevada, and the EjeVolcanico Transversal. Located in Central-Southern, Mexico, it snows at the highest … Read more

Mt. Olympus

Mt. Olympus

Location:Olympus Range, Greece Elevation:2,917 meters Long ago, the Greeks have believed and worshipped the mighty gods and the majestic, powerful goddesses. Zeus, the god of lightning, his wife, Hera, and ten of the other remaining Olympian gods were taled to have lived in their royal and regal abode on Mt. Olympus. Adorned … Read more

Mt. Whitney

Mt. Whitney

Location: East-Central California, United States of America Elevation: 4,421 meters. As the tallest peak in the Sierra Nevada and contiguous United States, Mount Whitney is California’s highest major peak and the country’s second-highest point, just after Denali in Alaska. Mount Whitney is located in East-Central California, United States of America, just around … Read more

Mt. Washington Expedition

Mt. Washington Expedition

Location: Sargent’s Purchase, Coös County, New Hampshire, U.S. Elevation: 6,288.2 feet About Mount Washington The record-holding “Mount Washington” isn’t only famous for its extreme 231-mile-per-hour land-based weather station recorded winds (during April 1934). But is also known as the highest point of the northeastern United States. This spot isn’t only for mountaineers, … Read more

Ama Dablam Climb

Ama Dablam Climb

Location:Khumbu, Nepal Elevation: 6, 812 meters If you know folk musician Roy Harper, you must also be familiar with Nick Harper, the English singer-songwriter whose songs have brought him to reach different places for his renowned tours and impressive albums! In his 2010 album “The Last Guitar,” he has included a song … Read more

Fun Things to Do When Done Skiing

tourists snowshoeing

Skiing is indeed a fun activity during the winter season or when visiting winter travel destinations. It is a very adventurous sport that families and groups of friends can enjoy. But aside from skiing, most top-rated ski resorts and even under-the-radar spots also offer other activities that you can try. They offer … Read more

Should You Wear Goggles or Sunglasses for Skiing?

Should You Wear Goggles or Sunglasses for Skiing

When it comes to snow sports like skiing, it is essential to wear eye gear for many reasons. One is because snow can reflect light up to eight times more than water and grass. Therefore, to minimize the effect of the glare of the sun, it is important to wear eye gear … Read more

Protecting Your Eyes While Skiing

Protecting Your Eyes While Skiing

Protecting your eyes while skiing is an essential step that you should not forget. Several factors can damage your eyes while you’re skiing, such as sun, cold, snow, glare, and wind. Plus the unexpected circumstances such as falling ice or whipping tree branches can also damage your eyes. That is why we … Read more