by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Guatemala, Mexico
After Mexico, our second stop on a trip around the world was Guatemala. There are 3 ways that travelers take to cross from Mexico to Guatemala on land. Two of them are near Pacific and the last one is from Palenque through Guatemalan jungle to Flores. Here are the...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Biking, Blog, Mexico
Chiapas in Mexico is a great place for outdoor lovers and adventure seekers. From hiking to mountain biking, there is something for everyone. For us, it was mountain biking. Every state in Mexico had different highlights for us – Yucatan & Quintana Roo has Mayan...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Mexico, Water Activities
Learning a new sport is an exciting experience. First, you have no idea how it works. And it looks so easy when you watch others. But after a few tries, you get it. And it feels awesome! Buzzing in your body with excitement and a big smile on your face are the biggest...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Adventures, Blog, Guatemala, Hiking & Trekking
I decided to celebrate my birthday this year doing something spectacular. And hiking Volcan Tajumulco in Guatemala, the highest mountain in Central America sounded like a great idea. Was it? Read on to find out. We arrived in Quetzaltenango, known in Mayan as Xela,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Adventures, Biking, Blog, United States
“Haleakala is simultaneously the longest paved continuous climb in the world as well as the shortest ascent from sea level to 10,000 feet in the world. Though not terribly steep, this is a long, grinding climb that will reduce a strong rider to a whimpering...