On my second visit to Montreal, I had three days instead of the 12 hours back when I went in 2013 with my friends as a stop…… Read more “how to be a tourist in montreal”
Tag: Mountains
don’t waste your time at montserrat
I’m sure many people will disagree with me, but I thought Montserrat was a waste of time. Correction – the Tot Montserrat ticket package (€50.95) felt like…… Read more “don’t waste your time at montserrat”
how to be a tourist in denver
Take in the scenery at Rocky Mountain National Park. Hike some trails. We did Sprague Lake and Copeland Falls. Both are short, beginner trails and you can…… Read more “how to be a tourist in denver”
hiking the swiss alps
When you visit Switzerland, the Alps has definitely got to be on your list, whether you ski or not. Ben and I visited in early September, so…… Read more “hiking the swiss alps”
5 things you should know before ascending the world’s tallest mountain
No, it’s not Mount Everest, contrary to popular belief. But the world’s tallest mountain is actually Mauna Kea on the Big Island, standing at 33,000 feet. Of…… Read more “5 things you should know before ascending the world’s tallest mountain”
hiking bear mountain
If you’re expecting to see bears during your hike, you’ll be very disappointed. Or maybe you’ll be very relieved. Some people say it’s named as such because…… Read more “hiking bear mountain”
the story of the three sisters
The Three Sisters, or Meehni, Wimlah and Gunneddoo, are a rock formation at Echo Point in the Blue Mountains. The aboriginal legend is that three sisters fell…… Read more “the story of the three sisters”
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