Author: Jennie Flaming

Did you know there are incredible hikes in Eastern Washington full of fascinating geology, wide open landscapes with endless blue sky and stunning spring wildflowers in the middle of Washington wine country? If you’ve not been, hikes near Tri-Cities in Eastern Washington are absolutely gorgeous and never crowded under...

Chena Hot Springs near Fairbanks, Alaska has been a favorite place for locals for generations and is also a wonderful destination for visitors. Not only can you soak in the divine hot water, you can also check out the unique ice museum and explore the many trails in the...

Vashon Island is a beautiful island tucked in between Seattle and Tacoma but feeling a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. A short ferry ride transports you to a land of peaceful forests full of birds, gorgeous uncrowded beaches full of driftwood, protected coves for...

Planning a trip to Alaska but unsure about cell phone coverage, keeping your devices charged and other connection related questions? If so then this article is for you! I lived in Alaska for 7 years and I still spend time there about three times a year and in all...

Dreaming of Denali but overwhelmed by the crowds of summer? Do you love winter landscapes? If so then a visit to Denali National Park in winter might just be for you! A winter visit to Denali is definitely different – there are no services, much of the park is...

Hiking to Castner Glacier and exploring the Castner ice caves makes for an epic winter Alaskan adventure in a unique environment. The shape, color and texture of the ice is fascinating to explore and makes for some truly amazing photography opportunities. Before you even get to Castner Glacier and...

Little Mashel Falls is not one but three gorgeous waterfalls in Eatonville near Mt Rainier that makes for a wonderful year round hike in almost any weather. This trail has three possible starting points which are described below and three waterfalls to enjoy. The hike is 4-5 miles with...

Looking for adventure in southeastern British Columbia? Look no further than this road trip to the Kootenay hot springs, a cluster of hot springs that you can easily put together into a low key road trip! These hot springs and this Kootenay hot springs road trip itinerary focus mostly...

Are you a DIY traveler considering an Alaska cruise? Or being forced encouraged to go on a cruise by someone else? Don’t knock it till you try it! It is totally possible for a DIY traveler to have a blast on a cruise ship. You can make it yours...

If you’re a hiker and planning an Alaska cruise, or you just want to find a way to stretch your legs and get away from crowds, this article is for you! I worked in the cruise industry in Alaska for seven years and lived in two of these ports...