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Bolivia: La Paz & El Choro Trek

Day 2

Bolivia is one of my favorite countries. Though it is the poorest and one of only two landlocked countries in South America, it is filled with stunning, untouched landscapes that took our breath away each day we were there. It’s well known for its incredibly distinct geographical areas: the high plateau of the Andes (altiplano), […]

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Month 8: In Review (Top 8 in 8)

Khao Soi

March 25, 2015 – April 24, 2015 This was a month of intense walking. Our cross-trainers we’d been wearing every day for the last seven months finally kicked the bucket, and after many blisters in New Zealand, we were happy to ditch these suckers! We finally broke down and bought legitimate hiking shoes, which could […]

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New Zealand, North Island: Trekking, Beaches and Sunsets

Pinnacles Hike, Coromandel NZ

Rotorua, Whangamata and Coromandel Peninsula After the Alpine Crossing Hike we slept like babies.  The next morning we packed our bags and covered some serious ground. We drove north, stopping at several interesting spots along the way. We went to Rotorua first, which is well known for its geothermal activity. The attractions consist mainly of […]