Every time we set eyes on the Colosseum in Rome, we’re instantly reminded just how impressive a feat it is (though, we’d also say that the Forum is arguably more impressive if you consider the scale). Can you imagine building that two thousand years ago without modern technology? It’s madness. A visit to the Colosseum…
If you’re looking for a taste of the granite and crystal clear water that is a hallmark of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness that you can reasonably get to in a day (while we love the hike to Colchuck, it’s not exactly accessible from Seattle), we have a trail for you! The Rachel Lake Trail (and…
The combination of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica is quite possibly the most impressive collection of art in the world (the Louvre is the only collection I can think of that comes close in breadth and impressiveness). Now, I’m not saying it’s my favorite collection of art – I generally prefer museums that…
The Multnomah – Wahkeena Falls Loop covers five miles of peak Columbia River Gorge beauty, with babbling creeks, dense ferny forest, and FIVE waterfalls along the way. If you hike this trail, you’ll get a crash course in what makes the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area special. As we were hiking this trail recently,…
The Sleeping Beauty trail is nothing short of amazing, and the view of Mount Adams at the top of the steep climb is the best vista of the mountain that we’ve ever personally taken in. If this trail was within 45 minutes of either Portland or the I-5 corridor, it would be packed every single…
The Dog Mountain trail on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge is often referenced as the best wildflower hike in the Pacific Northwest (and one of the best hikes in the Columbia River Gorge). For that short stretch of late spring (usually sometime the month of May and early June is a good…