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Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

The drive from Bend to Crater Lake National Park via Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway is one of the most beautiful road trips in Oregon. Breathtaking views of the Cascade volcanoes,…

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Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach

With more than 250 nights of backcountry wilderness camping under my belt, it means a lot when I say that camping at Kalalau Beach is one of my favorite places…

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Salar de Uyuni Night Stargazing Tour

It’s 3 am. It’s dark and cold. You’re moseying through calf-deep water in rain boots across some salt flats you were told you MUST visit while traveling in Bolivia. You look up…

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Exploring Lake Titicaca in Copacabana, Bolivia

The quaint town of Copacabana, Bolivia is a hidden gem nestled along the shores of Lake Titicaca. Explore ancient Incan heritage, indulge in traditional Bolivian cuisine, take a peaceful lakeside…

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Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

Replace bustling traffic and city lights with tranquil desert scenery where the Milky Way lights the night sky and where your biggest roadblock is a desert tortoise crossing. A road…

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Best Weekend Trips from Phoenix, Arizona

Whether you’re visiting the city, just moved into town, or you’re a long-time local, most people are surprised to learn about all the different weekend trips from Phoenix. Phoenix is a great…

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8 Easy Hikes in Sedona, Arizona

With red sandstone buttes, spires, and mesa rock formations filling the scenery and mountains spanning the horizon, it’s no wonder Sedona is such a special destination. Luckily, due to the…

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Yosemite to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Road Trip

If you’re looking for the ultimate way to explore California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, then a Yosemite to Sequoia National Park road trip is a bucket list adventure. Also known as…

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21 Breathtaking Lake Tahoe Hiking Trails

From the crystal blue waters on the east shore to the high alpine lakes in Desolation Wilderness near the west shore to gentle meadow strolls in the north to high…

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Seattle to North Cascades National Park Road Trip

With glacier-capped mountains, lush green forests, and vast blue-green lakes, it’s no wonder why the North Cascades are known as the American Alps! And despite their immense beauty, the North…

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  • Bend to Crater Lake
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

    December 3, 2024 /

    The drive from Bend to Crater Lake National Park via Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway is one of the most beautiful road trips in Oregon. Breathtaking views of the Cascade volcanoes, pristine lakes bordering the byway, and of course, stunning hikes surrounding the deepest lake in the United States - Crater Lake. A Bend to Crater Lake road trip is a must for your Oregon Bucket List.

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Highway 395 from Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite

    Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite Road Trip

    April 3, 2023
    Diablo Lake Vista Point on a Seattle to North Cascades National Park road trip

    Seattle to North Cascades National Park Road Trip

    May 29, 2023

    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023
  • Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii
    Backpacking,  Hiking

    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach

    February 23, 2024 /

    With more than 250 nights of backcountry wilderness camping under my belt, it means a lot when I say that camping at Kalalau Beach is one of my favorite places I’ve camped in the whole world. (And what if I told you I’m not really a beach person?!) That’s just how magical backpacking Kauai was. When I think back to hiking the Kalalalu Trail along the Napali Coast and camping on Kalalau Beach I still get goosebumps. The breathtaking views were non-stop as we hiked the 22 miles of rugged coastline alongside lush green mountains that rise high above the bright blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Best of all,…

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Stunning views on the Salkantay Trek without a guide

    Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Without a Guide

    April 10, 2023

    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023

    Trekking Cerro Castillo Circuit

    April 10, 2023
  • Salar de Uyuni Night stargazing tour in Bolivia, Nicole Jordan
    International,  Travel

    Salar de Uyuni Night Stargazing Tour

    February 18, 2024 /

    It’s 3 am. It’s dark and cold. You’re moseying through calf-deep water in rain boots across some salt flats you were told you MUST visit while traveling in Bolivia. You look up and see millions of stars and the Milky Way shining bright above you. It’s the clearest night sky you’ve ever seen. The Uyuni Salt Flats or a Salar de Uyuni night stargazing tour is a must for your South America travel bucket list. Visiting the Uyuni Salt Flats at any time of day is possible. Some people visit on a 3-day trip from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, while others go on a one-day trip from Uyuni. I explored…

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Laguna de Los Tres with views of Mount Fitz Roy

    Laguna de Los Tres Hike in El Chalten

    April 16, 2023
    Sigiriya Rock Sri Lanka

    A bus ride in Sri Lanka.

    March 9, 2023

    Trekking Cerro Castillo Circuit

    April 10, 2023
  • Lake Titicaca from the shores of Copacabana, Bolivia
    International,  Travel

    Exploring Lake Titicaca in Copacabana, Bolivia

    February 6, 2024 /

    The quaint town of Copacabana, Bolivia is a hidden gem nestled along the shores of Lake Titicaca. Explore ancient Incan heritage, indulge in traditional Bolivian cuisine, take a peaceful lakeside walk, or hike up to one of the breathtaking viewpoints in town. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, adventure, or history, this vibrant town is sure to charm any traveler’s heart. ~ My Experience in Copacabana, Bolivia ~ I spent 4 days wandering around Copacabana, Bolivia. The lively streets of the local markets, the freshly squeezed orange juice every few blocks, and the fresh-caught trout were some of my favorite finds in this friendly town. I relished my local tour of Isla…

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Scuba diving near a local island in Maldives

    Ukulhas – Exploring a Local Island in the Maldives

    March 13, 2023
    Salar de Uyuni Night stargazing tour in Bolivia, Nicole Jordan

    Salar de Uyuni Night Stargazing Tour

    February 18, 2024
    Sigiriya Rock Sri Lanka

    A bus ride in Sri Lanka.

    March 9, 2023
  • Hiking,  Road Trips

    Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

    January 1, 2024 /

    Replace bustling traffic and city lights with tranquil desert scenery where the Milky Way lights the night sky and where your biggest roadblock is a desert tortoise crossing. A road trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles is the perfect day trip, weekend getaway, or full-week vacation! From scenic drives and wildlife viewing to hiking up peaks or strolling among the boulders, Joshua Tree National Park offers exploration opportunities for all. With the abundant wildlife, native and recent history, unique geology, and breathtaking landscapes it’s no wonder Joshua Tree National Park is a bucket list destination for many. Where is Joshua Tree National Park? Joshua Tree National Park…

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Laguna de Los Tres with views of Mount Fitz Roy

    Laguna de Los Tres Hike in El Chalten

    April 16, 2023
    Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

    Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

    March 21, 2023
    Solo Woman Hiking at North Fork of Big Pine

    Solo Hiking Tips; How to Start Hiking Alone

    February 10, 2023
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Nicole Jordan hiking and backpacking guide

Nicole Jordan

Backpacking Guide, International Trip Leader, Writer, Photographer, Avid Adventurer & Guacamole Connoisseur

  • Bend to Crater Lake
    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip
  • Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii
    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach
  • Salar de Uyuni Night stargazing tour in Bolivia, Nicole Jordan
    Salar de Uyuni Night Stargazing Tour
  • Lake Titicaca from the shores of Copacabana, Bolivia
    Exploring Lake Titicaca in Copacabana, Bolivia
  • Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

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