Category: Adrenaline Rush

Outdoor adventures that get your heart racing – from whitewater rafting to ATVing.

Snorkeling & Sleeping on the Outer Great Barrier Reef with a Diver’s Den Liveaboard Experience

After months of trying to decide what epic adventure we'd take for Buddy's 40th, our friend and neighbor mentioned they were going to take a trip to Australia soon since it was fully open for travel again. And it clicked … we'd go see the astonishing wonder of... Read more

6 Reasons You Should Definitely Visit Iceland in Winter

The daylight hours may be limited from November through February, but the unique holiday traditions and amazing activity options make it so worth it to visit Iceland in winter! We were fortunate to spend six weeks at a pet sit in Reykjavik from late November to early... Read more

Visiting an Active Volcano! Tips for Seeing the Mauna Loa Eruption in Hawaii

Everyone seems to be talking about seeing the Mauna Loa Eruption in Hawaii; however, most people have just been watching on the news… My mom called the day it started erupting to see how far away we are at our home on Oahu. “Don't worry, it's hundreds of... Read more

Iceland Snowmobile & Glacier Ice Cave Tour with Mountaineers of Iceland

Planning to visit Iceland in winter and looking for something that will make you feel like an epic explorer? Taking an Iceland snowmobile tour to a glacier ice cave after a 4×4 monster truck bus ride through a mountain landscape not accessible to cars …... Read more

Driving to the Mauna Kea Summit for a Stunning Sunset Above the Clouds

We didn't plan to go to the almost 14,000-ft Mauna Kea Summit on this trip to the Big Island. Although we loved the idea, we knew four-wheel-drive was necessary, adverse conditions were possible, most rental car companies forbid you from taking your car to the top,... Read more

Scenic Salzburg, Austria – A Two-Day Winter Visit

It is no secret that our December trip to Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria was spurred by our my desire to experience Christmas winter wonderland in as many places as possible. While many places came through with the festive décor and activities, very... Read more

Things to Do in Hilo & Fun Day Trips on a Big Island Hawaii Vacation

We dreamed of visiting the Big Island of Hawaii since we learned there was an active volcano on the island to observe. Although that famous volcano was a little too active for our comfort level when we landed in Hilo, Hawaii, we still had a wonderful visit and fell in... Read more

19 Memorable Things to Do in Molokai, Hawaii

When we first saw an island house sitting opportunity in Hawaii, it wasn’t hard to agree that we should apply. Then when we read that it was on the lesser-known island of Molokai and we knew we had to make it happen. We love remote places with little tourism and lots... Read more

Best Things To Do in Niagara Falls, Ontario

When you go to a place that is a well-known bucket list destination for people around the world, it is important to be realistic. Which is why we sought out all the best things to do in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Because if you can't beat them to the views and enjoy the... Read more

Peddling, Paddling & Parasailing: Best Outdoor Adventures in PEI

Families from around the world flock to Prince Edward Island (PEI) in the summer months to lounge on the soft sand, eat fresh seafood and indulge in a relaxing vacation. During our visit, we definitely were not strangers to the beach. But the most memorable moments of... Read more