Trailing Away – Blog Roll
Amazing Full-Day Grizzly Bear Viewing Tour from Vancouver Island
Did you know you can go on an epic wildlife experience to see grizzly bears from Vancouver Island? We've wanted to take a fall vacation to see the grizzlies hunt for salmon for a long time. However, going all the way up to Alaska or to other go-to grizzly destinations...
Butchart Gardens in Autumn: A Must-Visit Near Victoria, Canada!
When we went on our first visit to Vancouver Island about seven years ago, the weather did not cooperate for touring Victoria's Butchart Gardens. It was extremely rainy and windy with a big storm rolling through. On our recent return trip, we were blessed with...
Vancouver's Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in Fall for Canyon Frights!
During our autumn road trip from Seattle to Tofino on Vancouver Island, we were eager to stop at many beautiful natural attractions and fall-focused activities along the way. Since it checked both of those boxes, we knew we had to make a stop at the iconic Capilano...
14 Best Fall in Europe Destinations for Autumn Foliage & More!
We've spent many glorious months enjoying multiple fall in Europe destinations. From wonderful festivals to scenic trails with piles of bright leaves to crunch through, autumn in Europe is our favorite time to go. Plus, it is MUCH less busy and less expensive than the...
Crawling Into Makauwahi Cave: A Scenic & Unique Kauai Hike
Are you looking for a short, scenic, and memorable Kauai hike for your next trip? The half-mile trail to Makauwahi Cave Reserve is quite the journey. It goes along the rugged coast, by a stream, and down to a tunnel you have to crawl through! There's even a small...
This Unique Adults-Only Kauai Rum Safari includes Cocktails in a Jungle Bungalow!
If you have already read through a few posts on this blog, you know I have a knack for finding unique outdoor activities. While we often focus on waterfall hikes and opportunities to see wildlife, I am also always on the lookout for a unique outdoor dining or sipping...
Kayaking the Wailua River to Hike to Secret Falls in Kauai: 5-Hour Amazing Hawaii Adventure
For travelers like us who seek out unique experiences outdoors, the journey to swim under the iconic Secret Falls in Kauai is definitely a huge part of what makes this half-day activity so much fun. From paddling two miles up a river to sliding around on a muddy...
24+ BEST Places to Visit in Romania in October: Medieval Cities & Beautiful Scenery
When we decided to visit Romania in October a few years ago, it was honestly simply because this Eastern European country is not currently included in the Schengen agreement. If visiting Europe as a United States citizen, you are allowed to stay in the Schengen area...
12 AMAZING Reasons to Visit Croatia in Fall: Autumn Harvest, Big Savings & More!
From strolling through coastal cities to taking an inland road trip to scenic landmarks, a trip to Croatia in fall is well worth it! In addition to being a great time of year for outdoor activities, there are multiple cultural events happening as well – like the Good...
28 Amazing Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Hikes & Visiting Guide
Exploring some of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park hikes is a must when visiting the Hawaiian Islands. Even if the Kīlauea volcano is not actively erupting, you can see where the lava flow has gone in past eruptions and look into volcanic craters. It is just...
Affordable Hawaii Oceanfront Hotel?!? 11 Things We Liked About the Grand Naniloa Hilton in Hilo
We LOVE the Hilo side of the Big Island. We usually stay closer down toward Pahoa or Hawaii Volcanoes National Park when we visit, but on a recent trip we wanted to base out of Hilo to be closer to the waterfalls and gardens we love. Luckily, we found a great...
17 Amazing Iceland Camping Sites & Tips for Camper Van Rentals in Iceland
According to our dedicated research, camping is the BEST WAY to see Iceland. We spent almost two weeks exploring Iceland’s Ring Road and out into the West Fjords in a campervan and absolutely loved it. Traveling by campervan (or getting a rental car and tent camping...