Stay in Washington's Mountain View Microcabin for Peak Nature Vibes

Tucked away in a private campground off Washington’s Mountain Loop Highway just outside of Darrington, Washington, the one-room Mountain View Cabin has a feature that makes it super unique: an entire wall lifts up to get you as close to nature as possible! Read on for how to stay at one of the coolest cabins in Washington State!

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8 of the Best Things to do in Makarska, Croatia

Makarska, Croatia, is what I’m officially calling the adventure hub of the country. From hiking to climbing to beaching and everything in between, this coastal village has a little something for travelers of all styles and plenty of outdoor experiences to go around. Here are eight of my all-time favorite things to do in Makarska, Croatia.

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9 of the Best Things to Do in Poulsbo, Washington (and the Olympic Peninsula)

Quaint and coastal, Poulsbo, WA, is packed with ultimate charm, tasty restaurants, hoppin’ craft brews, and plenty of adventure to go around. It’s the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula, and if you’re looking to buy, Poulsbo is the perfect basecamp for all your hiking, surfing, paddling, climbing, and snowshoeing desires.

Here are nine of the best things to do in Poulsbo, Washington, and the Olympic Peninsula.

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Unique Stay: A Container Home with Highland Cows, Chickens, and More!

In a little forested corner of Kalama, Washington, a cozy, hand-built container home offers plenty of space, farm fresh eggs from the chickens next door, Highland cows to befriend–visible from your bedroom window–and is the perfect place to unplug for a few nights. Did I mention the suspension bridge?

Here’s everything you need to know before booking the Shipping Container Home at Highland & CO Acres.

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Unique Stay: Treehouse Place at Deer Ridge

Treehouse Place at Deer Ridge is not only considered one of the best tree house rentals in Washington, but is also one of the top 10 tree house rentals in the entire US. Here's everything to know about visiting this gorgeous Washington tree house for yourself!

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The Ultimate Guide to Surfing Arrifana Portugal

A sheltered, sandy beach with consistent surf and a lively international community, Arrifana, Portugal, is the little slice of surfing paradise you never knew you needed. Beginner and intermediate surfers come here to ride choice waves, and if a swell comes in, you may even find a pro or two crushing breaks. Here’s everything you need to know about surfing Arrifana, Portugal, including the best surf camps, nearby activities, and more.

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Unique Stay: Add the Banana Eco Camp to Your Glamping Airbnb Must List!

If you like bananas, coffee, farm stays, A-Frames, glamping Airbnbs, islands, sustainable tourism, shared spaces with the opportunity to meet other travelers, and nature, don’t miss the Banana Eco Camp on Terceira Island. It’s a unique stay for the adventure books!

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15 Things to Remember on Your Next Hot Spring Adventure

Everyone loves a good hot spring. I mean, soaking in soul healing mineral water surrounded by nature? It doesn’t get much better than that. But with any great thing comes great responsibility–to keep these natural areas clean, pristine, and environmentally sound, there are a few small things we need to keep in mind while visiting.

Here are 15 things to remember on your next hot spring adventure.

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15 Must-Do Activities on São Miguel, Açores

Smack in the middle of the Atlantic lies nine volcanic island oasis’ jam packed with adventure. I’m talking top-notch surfing, hiking through subtropical forests to rims of volcanoes, bathing in natural hot springs, and seeing sperm whales. I spent over a month experiencing all São Miguel, Açores, has to offer, and the list are my all-time favorite activities. Don’t miss out.

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9 of the Best Hikes in Washington

From fire lookouts and San Juan Island views to summiting volcanoes and everything in between, these nine hikes are an absolute must for locals and visitors alike. Here are some of the best hikes in Washington!

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Cuyabeno is the Best Wildlife Reserve in Ecuador’s Amazon. Here’s why.

At the foot of Ecuador’s Andes lies 1,490,000 acres of Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve teeming with thousands of species of flora and fauna, making it one of the most biodiverse places in the world! I’m talking 10 species of monkeys, tapirs, pumas, two species of dolphins, anacondas, caymans, piranhas, about 350 fish species, over 580 species of birds, and so much more. Here’s everything you need to know for an epic time in Ecuador’s Amazon.

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How to Find Agates in Oceanside, Oregon

Rockhounders: this one’s for you! Oceanside, Oregon is an adorable coastal town with a rocky pastime (wink, wink). Agates, green and red jasper, petrified wood, and so many other notable rocks are scattered across Tunnel and Oceanside Beach, and finding them is a heck of a lot of fun. Here’s everything you need to know for a successful Oceanside, Oregon, rockhounding adventure!

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