Blog

Joys of spring, in downtown Calgary

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Exploring cities, Photo Essays, Wildlife and Nature

Let me ask you, what do you like the most about spring? Blooming flowers and green parks? Warmer days? Baby animals that are being born and watch them learn to walk? For me, it’s all of the above. Spring in Canada is very short and I make the most of it. Besides...

Biking the Going to the Sun Road in Glacier national park, Montana

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Adventures, Biking, Blog, United States

Biking the Going to the Sun Road from both sides of Glacier National Park in Montana was an enjoyable ride. It is challenging without a doubt, but also gives you plenty of time to enjoy the views of the surrounding peaks. You can even bike right under the waterfalls...

How to spend 4 days in Vancouver outdoors

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 28, 2026 | Adventures, Biking, Blog, Canada, Exploring cities, Hiking & Trekking, Running

Vancouver offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities. No wonder it’s the #1 big city that foreigners and Canadians choose to live in. The first time we visited Vancouver was in the spring, in May, few years back. We were coming from Calgary after a long and...

Spirit of Yellowstone National Park

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Inspiration, Photo Essays, Road trips and Hitchhiking, United States, Wildlife and Nature

Yellowstone National Park is popular for its geothermal activity, wide range of wildlife, countless possibilities for hiking in the mountains and numerous canyons, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. It is located in the north-western part of the US. Mostly in Wyoming, with...

10 reasons why you should start trail running

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Adventures, Blog, Running

Trail running is one of the best activities you can do for your body and mind. It will challenge you, and it will change you. On Saturday, we bid farewell to yet another year of the winter running races series in Calgary. It was fun meeting other trail runners and...

Day trips from Valladolid – ruins, cenotes and wildlife

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Exploring cities, Mexico, Water Activities

Day trips from Valladolid can take you to several Mayan ruins and cenotes (natural sinkholes), the Carribean beach town of Tulum, or Rio Lagartos on the Gulf of Mexico to see crocodiles and flamingos. Colonial gem in the middle of Yucatan is an ideal place from which...

Spirit of Vancouver Island

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Inspiration, Photo Essays, Wildlife and Nature

For us, Vancouver Island is the most magical place in Canada. Intimate nature of the island makes it a great place for either winding down and relaxing or enjoying the outdoors by staying active. Just a ferry ride away from Vancouver, you can find yourself in a very...

Mexican Valladolid stole my heart

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Adventures, Blog, Exploring cities, Mexico, People and Culture

Valladolid, the home of Mayan people, lies in the heart of the Yucatan. With population under 50,000 it makes it cozy enough not to be overwhelmed by big city vibes. It’s perfect for exploring the history of Yucatan peninsula. Church, cathedral and colorful buildings...