Alpe di Siusi is good for the eyes and good for the soul! It’s a “must” when visiting Val Gardena in the Italian Dolomites. Gentle trails offer relaxing day hikes across Europe’s largest alpine meadow…
Via Ferrata Sass Rigais + Seceda
From Seceda, Sass Rigais is the highest of the Odle-Geisler peaks. We combined a hike across Seceda with a climb to 10,000 feet on via ferrata Sass Rigais…
Via Ferrata Pitla Gran Cir + Gran Cir Scramble
VF Pitla Gran Cir climbs high above Passo Gardena for expansive views of Puez-Odle, Sella Group, and Sassolungo. For a longer day, combine with a hike up neighboring Gran Cir…
Via Ferrata Col Rodella
Col Rodella is a small hilltop at Passo Sella with 360 degree stunning views of iconic mountains: Sella Group, Sassolungo, Marmolada… The via ferrata on the backside is short and fun!
Via Ferrata Oskar Schuster
Unlike other via ferrata routes in the Dolomites, VF Oskar Schuster wasn’t built for troop movement; rather, it was built for fun and adventure! One of our favorite courses!
Budget and Logistics: Two Months in the Italian Dolomites
We did not plan ahead for our two month adventure in the Italian Dolomites, which ran counter to everything we had read prior to our trip…
Day Hike: Belvedere Creston Popera Loop from Berti Hut
Belluno, Veneto, on the eastern side of the Dolomites is off the beaten path. A day hike from Berti Hut along the Belvedere Creston Popera loop is worth leaving South Tyrol to enjoy…
Via Ferrata Nord Croda Rossa di Sesto
Via ferrata Nord Croda Rossa is rated 2B. While not technically difficult, it is a long and aggressive climb to the stunning summit of Croda Rossa di Sesto…
Italian Dolomites: Via Ferrata Strada degli Alpini
Via ferrata Strada degli Alpini was built by Italian forces, who carved through sheer limestone cliffs to create a narrow foot path from Forcello Giralba to Passo della Sentinella….
Unusual Itinerary: 5 Night Trek in Tre Cime Nature Park
Fantastic 5 nights in the east region of Tre Cime Nature Park, a little off the beaten path. We did via ferratas Strada degli Alpini and Nord Croda Rossa…
Day Hike: Prato Piazza to Lago di Braies
Prato Piazza is a high-altitude alpine meadow in Fanes-Sennes-Braies National Park. Great day hikes and an excellent vantage point to behold some of the Dolomite’s most spectacular peaks…
Day Hike: Trail #19 at Lago di Braies
Loop Trail #19 from Lago di Braies wildly exceeded expectations. We escaped the lake-side crowds with a heart-pumping hike to high Alpine pastures…
Dolomites Base Town: Dobbiaco, Val Pusteria
Dobbiaco (aka Toblach) in Pusteria Valley, South Tyrol, was our base town while exploring Tre Cime National Park, Lago di Misurina, Lago di Braies, and more...
Dolomites Base Town: Ortisei in Val Gardena
Ortisei in Val Gardena was our base town while exploring Puez-Odle National Park, with numerous via ferrata options, day hikes, and renowned sites such as Seceda and Alpe di Siusi…
Day Hike: Tre Cime via Val di Rienza
Our first hike in the Italian Dolomites set an exceptionally high bar! We hiked from Val di Rienza up to Locatelli Hut and then Path 101 to Tre Cime…
Cultural Immersion: Walking the Olle Trail in Jeju Island (제주올레길), South Korea
Jeju Island is often referred to as the “Korean Hawaii”. In March 2024, we walked the majority of the Jeju Olle Trail (제주도 올레길), a 437 kilometer (270 miles) walking path that circumnavigates the island. Budget, logistics, food, and life on the trail…
Jeju Olle Trail: Daily Log Book Courses 20-21
Daily notes and initial impressions from our first three days of the Jeju Olle Trail. Photos and commentary on courses 20 and 21 from Gimnyeong (김녕리) to Siheung (시흥). Highlights included Woljeong Beach and Sehwa Beach, Haenyeo Museum…
Jeju Olle Trail: Daily Log Book Courses 1 - 2 and Udo Island
We hiked South Korea’s Jeju Olle Trail in March 2024. This post covers days 4-7, courses 1, 1-1, and 2. Scenic landmarks include: Seongsan Ilchubong, Udo Island, and more…
Jeju Olle Trail: Daily Log Book Courses 3-5
We hiked South Korea’s Jeju Olle Trail in March 2024. This post covers days 8-10, courses 3-5. Cultural highlights: Kim Young Gap gallery (Course 3), Jeju Folk Village (Course 4), and Baramseom (바람섬) Sculpture Gallery (Course 5)…
Jeju Olle Trail: Daily Log Book Courses 6-8 (Seogwipo)
We hiked South Korea’s Jeju Olle Trail in March 2024. This post covers days 11-12 along course 6 - 8, including major attractions in and around Seogwipo…