Category: Moderate Hike
Moderate hikes that are a bit longer (less than 3-6 miles), may have a somewhat steep incline or elevation gain and may be challenging for someone of average physical capability.
Salina Turda: Romania’s Underground Amusement Park in a Salt Mine
Originally our road trip through Romania was going to be focused between Brasov and Sibiu. Then I saw a photo of Salina Turda and couldn't resist the urge to see it in person. So, we decided to pick up and drop off our car in Cluj-Napoca instead, so that we could... Read more
Day Trip to the Green Sand Beach on the Big Island
On a sunny day, we set out with a well-researched plan to hike to the stunning Green Sand Beach on Hawaii’s Big Island. Just kidding. We left on a whim in crappy weather with no idea how far we would have to drive or walk to get to the scenic beach we had seen in a... Read more
Guide to Driving to Mauna Kea Summit for an Unforgettable Sunset Above the Clouds
We didn't plan to take the almost 14,000-ft adventure friving to 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... Read more
Guide to the 3 Iconic Boulder Flatirons Hikes in Colorado
The Boulder Flatirons hikes have always been a huge, pointy reminder of some of our favorite Colorado memories. From hiking to the first Flatiron on our anniversary one spring to watching the sun set behind them on my way home from work daily. And, of course, walking... Read more
Ultimate Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado
I'll never forget our first visit to Rocky Mountain National Park during our Colorado honeymoon. Those big, jagged, snow-capped mountains loomed over us and made us feel so very, very small in the best way. The wildlife greeted us at every turn, and as it began to get... Read more
A Winter Visit to Füssen, Germany – Neuschwanstein & SO MUCH More!
While planning our three-week trip through Germany for December, we knew we had to include Neuschwanstein Castle in our itinerary. We love castles and this is THE castle to see – especially with a snowy backdrop. So, we added it to our route and decided to base... Read more
5 BEST Things To Do in the Isle of Skye: The Most Magical Place in Scotland
As soon as we started planning our time in Scotland, I had one thing on my mind: exploring Isle of Skye. I had seen photos of this magical place for over a decade and it looked like our own personal heaven. Waterfalls, lush hikes, and possible fairy sightings? There... Read more
Epic 5-Day Ireland Road Trip Itinerary to the Top Sights!
When we told people we were going on an Ireland road trip that would take us from Belfast in the north, all the way down to Killarney and Kilkenny in the south and back up again – in just five days, we weren’t surprised it was seen as a ridiculous endeavor (by both... Read more
Molokai’s Halawa Valley Hike & Cultural Tour: Amazing Glimpse of ‘Old Hawaii’
They have a saying on the Hawaiian island of Molokai, and especially in the rural Halawa Valley area: “Don’t change Molokai, let Molokai change you.” While this is definitely a plea to keep big resorts and other ‘progress’ from destroying this peaceful isle, it is... Read moreBrooke’s Books
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