Nina Karnikowski is an Australian travel writer, author and creative mentor exploring the intersection of travel, culture, ecology and mindful living. She is the author of The Mindful Traveller, Go Lightly, Make a Living Living and The Writer Within, and leads retreats and workshops focused on conscious storytelling and creativity. Her work has appeared in The Sydney Morning Herald, Condé Nast Traveller, TIME and The Australian Financial Review. Q. I read a story about your trip to Churchill in Manitoba, Canada – the “Polar Bear Capital of the World” – back in 2019, a journey that changed your relationship with […]

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Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp By Sunita Khadka The alarm went off at 4:30 AM, waking me up from a restless sleep 3,700 meters above sea level. My head hurt a little, which was a sign that the air here doesn’t have as much oxygen as I’m used to. But when I unzipped my sleeping bag in the cold, dark teahouse, the thrill of it all made any discomfort go away. I would finally get to Annapurna Base Camp today, after six days of hiking. When I first saw the […]

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Last Month in July, I did something I had been dreaming about for many years – I was riding over 18000 feet above sea level where the cool mountain air greeted me. It was an absolute adventure with Brahman Tour Motorbike Tour in Himalayas, India covering many high-altitude motorable passes. This place is a land of stark beauty with its rugged mountains, gorgeous lakes and endless open skies. I knew it would be amazing, but it came from the actual ride, which is beyond anything I could have dreamt of. […]

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The Annapurna Circuit is one of the world’s most iconic trekking routes, winding through the majestic Himalayas, remote villages, and stunning landscapes of Nepal. This is our epic journey offering a unique blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and adventure – starting for us at Dharapani. ❓ Quick Facts About the Annapurna Circuit 🛤️ Distance: Approximately 160-230 km (100-143 miles), depending on your chosen start point and route ⏳ Duration: Typically 10-14 days, depending on trekking pace 🏔️ Highest Point: Thorong La Pass at 5,416 m (17,769 ft) 🌸 Best […]

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Who Will Accompany You? is a a look at two separate international trips simultaneously told through the eyes of Meg (the mother) and her daughters Kate and Gale. Thoughtfully written, this journey follows Meg and Kate to the Himalayas where Kate spends her time meditating at a monastery while Meg hikes in the mountains. The second part of the book is about a trip to Colombia where Meg follows Gale who is part of an organization helping provide safety to villagers during dangerous times. This book is not only a […]

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The Hunt for Mount Everest by Craig Storti is an in depth and very detailed look at the history the led to eventually reaching the summit of the world’s highest mountain. It is obvious from page one that the author has spent significant time researching the mountain’s related history revealing new insights and setting the stage for its eventual summit expeditions. This book details the man whose last name was given to the world’s tallest mountain and early European history as it led up to eventual mountaineering expeditions in the […]

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When I first contacted Pawo Choyning Dorji about two months ago, “Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom” – his directorial debut had been shortlisted for the Best International Feature in the 94th Academy Awards. He told me he did not expect the film could go this far to the Oscars. But, sometimes the most unexpected thing happens when you least expect it. Lunana was not only on the shortlist, it successfully made it through to the top five finalists. Pawo strikes me as the most humble, talented and down to […]

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Q. Landing in Paro airport is different and way more challenging than landing in other airports due to the location of the airport in a valley surrounded by towering mountains, making it one of the most dangerous airports for landing in the world. What are the take-off and landing procedures? Indeed, flying in and out of the Paro Airport is such a thrill for pilots. I would term it as one of the most “demanding” as it requires the highest levels of piloting skills, but not necessarily the most “dangerous”. […]

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Step out of your comfort zone and view the delights of the world around you. Here we take you on a tour of Sikkim, a small state in the northeast of India that is bordered with Tibet. Sikkim is a visual pleasure that marries mountainous terrains with the simple life. This place is more than a window to the Himalayas as you are about to discover. We share with you the Top 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim. You will discover new lands, culture, and excitement in one of […]

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Travelers share bucket list picks for a chance to win one trip every year for their entire life Win a Trip for Life with Exodus Travels Toronto, Canada. Pioneering tour operator Exodus Travels is making history with the launch of a travel contest that is truly the first of its kind. #LifeofExodus contest offers travelers across the United States and Canada the chance to fulfill their dreams of wanderlust and to win one trip a year for the rest of their life! Exodus Travels has always been a pioneer, first […]

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I may be a hypocrite in saying what I’m about to say because I have four degrees under my belt and owe thousands of dollars in student loans. And maybe I’m just bitter as I write this because after over a decade of working at my decent paying career, I’m still significantly in debt. It almost feels as if the debt will erase me and not the other way around. Going to college and more so obtaining your graduate degree are both appealing on paper. But, in reality, why is […]

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She’s the girl with the uneven tanned body Scorched skin from the rays of the sun from trekking the high passes. She’s the girl with the high cut boots And a pair of trekking poles that she depends her life on She’s the girl who catches the sunrise and sunset For either of them will suit her just fine. Don’t date a girl who treks For this means you wake up at some ungodly hour and race your feet to the tops of the mountains. God forbid if she misses […]

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We decided to go to Martinique purely because we found extremely affordable tickets nonstop from Boston. Norwegian Airlines (yes that is a real airline) now has a direct flight from Boston to Fort de France for $220 which almost sounds too good to be true. Prior to stumbling upon these flights, we knew absolutely nothing about the island, but after our week-long adventure we consider ourselves experts and wish to share our new-found knowledge with any other American travelers whose curiosity was piqued by the absurdly cheap tickets they saw […]

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When in the Swiss Alps, go skiing, when in the Himalayas climb a mountain, when in the Maldives go Scuba Diving. … when in the Negev Desert, go Sandboarding!  I have always preferred the sun over the snow and as a result Israel has always been one of favorite destinations. When I was presented with an opportunity to Sandboard for the first time in my life I jumped at the opportunity. Wouldn’t you?! Think of snowboarding on sand but in a bikini or tank top and without all the heavy equipment. It […]

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