Mar 29

Mar 29 Hiking the Lost Coast Trail in the Fall | California

Beach, California, Coast, Do, Hike, Guide, North America, Stories

The Lost Coast Trail is not for the faint of heart. This 25 mile trail mostly follows the rugged California coastline four hours north of San Francisco, named for its inaccessibility and lack of roads, towns, or civilization. You spend most of your time hiking on wet sand or shifting pebbles, and have to time your hiking according to the tides in order to not get swept into the freezing Pacific. But the ruggedness is also the reward. Stunning coastline, black sand beaches, and wildlife barely accustomed to seeing humans makes you feel like you are truly passing through untamed and untouched territory.

Mar 8

Mar 8 A Weekend in Two Rivers | Wisconsin

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Guide, North America

A reasonably priced Frank Lloyd Wright rental brought us to the small town of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, deep in the heat of July, to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday. The clear, cool waters of nearby Lake Michigan provided respite from the muggy air, and a well run alpaca farm brought us unexpected cuteness and our (now) warmest pair of socks.

Feb 23

Feb 23 Sailing Croatia from Dubrovnik to Split | 5 Nights on Faros, a 43' Sailboat

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Croatia, Guide, Coast, Island

Of our two weeks in Croatia, our time on Faros, our 43’ sailboat, was my favorite portion of the trip. Unlike a car journey, our sailing from place to place felt like an experience all its own, totally relaxing and yet, gave the sense of accomplishment because we had traveled from Dubrovnik to Split with many amazing stops along the way.

Jan 19

Jan 19 One Last Trip Before Motherhood | French Polynesia

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Beach, Oceania, Stories, Guide

As founder Kristin O’Connell transitions from one life stage to the next, she reflects on pregnancy, sense of self, and enjoying one last trip to French Polynesia before baby arrives.

Apr 9

Apr 9 A Spring Guide to Todos Santos | Mexico

Keri Bridgwater

Beach, Central America, Coast, Guide, Mexico

The tranquil town of Todos Santos on Mexico’s Baja Peninsula has long been a destination for surfers, adventurers, artists and bohemian types. Offering a complete 180 from neighboring Cabo San Lucas, it’s a place where getting off the beaten track – or in this case, the old dusty trail – is a maxim that still rings true.

Feb 28

Feb 28 Your Guide to a Wonderful Day in Maslinica | Solta, Croatia

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Croatia, Guide, Island

There are so many adorable towns between Split and Dubrovnik, why stop here, at this little village of Maslinica on the island of Solta? Let us tell you why.

Feb 26

Feb 26 24 Hour Guide to the Charming Island of Korčula | Croatia

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Coast, Guide, Croatia, Island, Europe

A medieval island surrounded by turquoise waters and the birthplace of one of the most famous explorers in world history, the island of Korčula (pronounced core-chula) makes for a relaxed, yet fulfilling day in the Adriatic. With no real “sights” to see, a day in Korčula is best spent exploring the bougainvillea covered narrow cobblestone streets of old town, stopping into the occasional shop, enjoying a leisurely lunch seaside, and then sunbathing on the rocks below. A visit to the Marco Polo house provides a nice lookout tower to view the town from above, and just enough history about this 13th century explorer. The pace here fit our vacation vibe perfectly.

Feb 11

Feb 11 Guide to Sri Lanka's Surf Mecca | Arugam Bay

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Asia, Guide

ou never know what you'll miss most about a place until you've actually been there. For Sri Lanka, I was expecting to miss a little surf town and the beaches. But I ended up missing so much more.

Jan 22

Jan 22 A San Franciscan's Guide to Carmel

Beyond Ordinary Guides

California, San Francisco, Guide, North America, Beach

Only two hours from San Francisco, but seemingly worlds away, the charming little town of Carmel almost transports you to another country or another time with it’s signature fairytale cottage architecture and location just steps from the Pacific ocean. As I walked through town, exploring courtyard after courtyard plush with potted annuals and window boxes pregnant with greenery, the sidewalks buckled beneath my feet, tree roots slowly disrupting the bricks yet adding to the coziness of this small town. I breathed in the smell of pine and eucalyptus mixed with a wisp of sea breeze, and exhaled the stress of city life that I left behind for the weekend.

Jan 6

Jan 6 Visiting Kings Canyon & Sequoia National Parks in the Winter

Beyond Ordinary Guides

California, Guide, North America, Mountains

A winter guide to help you make the most of your visit to these California giants.

Dec 30

Dec 30 Where to Stay in Phoenix | The Valley of the Sun's Top Airbnb's

Beyond Ordinary Guides

Guide, Lodging Review, Arizona

Let us save you some time for your next trip to Phoenix, Tempe, or Scottsdale. We’ve looked through all the Airbnb’s and picked out the ones with true style, the best amenities, and the highest ratings. No matter if you’re traveling with your family, or alone, we’ve included options for however your posse looks. Hello sunshine!

Dec 23

Dec 23 Pictures from Oz | Tasmania

Beard & Curly

Australia, Guide, Photo Essay

When our friends Timon and Yana quit their jobs to start traveling the world three years ago, we had no idea how long their travels would last, or where their adventures would take them. They’ve always been avid hikers, planning ambitious 30 or 40 mile backpacking trips seemingly every weekend. Boldness and sheer determination are two of the characteristics that come to mine when thinking about what traits define them as individuals, and a couple. They’re love of the wilderness continues into their travels today, where they visit some of the most remote destinations in the world, trekking to capture breathtaking vistas, surrounded by nothing but Mother Earth. One of those destinations was Tasmania, and the images they captured are stunning.

Hi.