Travel Archives

Heavyweight Hauler: Mystery Ranch Terraframe 3-Zip 50 First Look

Need extra room for camera gear, an extended water supply, or hunting accouterments? This expandable Mystery Ranch pack has you covered.

Written by GJ Staff July 31, 2020

Everest Opens: Nepal to Allow Climbers for 2020 Season

Even with uncertainties surrounding COVID-19 and travel, Nepal is opening its mountains — including Everest.

Written by Mary Murphy July 31, 2020

The 10 Best Hikes in Yosemite National Park

Visit Yosemite National Park for outstanding hiking through alpine meadows, next to waterfalls, and up glacier-carved granite domes.

Written by Ilana Newman July 27, 2020

Slippery When Wet: Watch Raucous Ride on Rainy MTB Trail

Sheffield, England, probably isn’t first on your list for mountain biking destinations. But even with rain, there are adventures to be had.

Written by Mary Murphy July 09, 2020

Visit Estes Park: ‘Base Camp to the Rockies’ Reopens for Recreation

Already called the ‘base camp’ to Rocky Mountain National Park, the Town of Estes Park is open and waiting for you.

Written by GJ Staff July 06, 2020

Cliffhanger: What a ‘Life in the Vertical’ Is All About

Climber and photographer Julie Ellison explores how a small subset of athletes turned their pastime into a professional sport and worldwide phenomenon.

Written by Mary Murphy July 03, 2020

International Travel Checklist: Adventure Essentials

What should you bring on an international adventure trip? This packing list will help you remember all of your essential travel items.

Written by GJ Staff June 30, 2020

Tiny, Mighty Medic: VSSL First Aid Mini Review

First-aid kits are one of the few pieces of gear that shouldn’t be tiny or lightweight, although that didn’t stop VSSL from making one.

Written by Mary Murphy June 29, 2020

Like the Cold? Book a Site at This ‘Glacier Camp’ in Antarctica

Like cold-weather camping and want to travel south? Check out this Antarctic camp.

Written by Mary Murphy June 26, 2020

‘Digital Green Book’ Aims to Create Safer Travel for Black People

Two Black women are launching a digital platform that will locate Black-friendly businesses across the country, aiding our fellow Black citizens in remaining as safe…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 15, 2020

Sale: Goal Zero Flip 20 Recharger 30% Off Right Now

Goal Zero’s Flip 20 has power and portability to charge smartphones and tablets.

Written by Rhea Jha June 11, 2020

Shred Lore: Tommy G’s Supernatural Mountain Bike Feats

In this comical and playful edit, a score of legendary mountain bikers takes on the hills of Switzerland.

Written by Mary Murphy June 11, 2020

Dresser in a Backpack: Matador SEG42 Review

Adding a whole new layer of organization to travel, Matador’s SEG42 offers an ingenious way to pack your clothes — and some gear — for…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 21, 2020

National Parks Reopen: What You Can Visit Now

Parks across the country are finally reopening. Learn which national parks are open now and which will be open later.

Written by Mary Murphy May 19, 2020

This Nighttime Still-Photo Film Will Blow You Away

Unlike most other films, this one is made entirely out of still images — stitched together to give the illusion of motion.

Written by Mary Murphy May 18, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: Treadmill World Record, Quarantine Sailing, and More

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy May 18, 2020

Impossible? Rider Scales Tour de France Pyrenees Stage on a Fixie

Riding the Pyrenees on a fixed-gear bike with no brakes is, to put it lightly, a mountainous challenge.

Written by Mary Murphy May 13, 2020

Visit From Home: Zion Shares National Park Film for Free

Although National Park Week was last week, Zion’s new park film will stay online — for free.

Written by Mary Murphy April 28, 2020

Softshell Truck? This Snowboarder Built One

Say goodbye to aluminum or wood siding, and build your camper van out of duffels instead. In this video, Austin Smith shows us how a…

Written by Mary Murphy April 28, 2020

Sail 2,500 Miles With John John Florence in Search of Idyllic Waves

If there’s ever a time to dream of an incredible ocean adventure, it’s now. And John John Florence captured his in a glorious video for…

Written by Mary Murphy April 27, 2020

YETI Launches Video ‘Streaming’ Service

YETI’s new ‘streaming’ service is arguably the best way to bring nature indoors until we can all get back outside.

Written by Mary Murphy April 22, 2020

Hokkaido by Bike: Family Vacation in Rural Japan

Dan Clark and family’s ‘Ichi-go Ichi-e’ film gives a fresh perspective of Hokkaido, the Japanese island best known to foreigners for deep-powder skiing.

Written by Mary Murphy April 22, 2020

2,000 Miles, 25 Runners, One Big Green Bus

Run, bus, run. Bus, run, bus. Watch one runner’s bizarre journey on a bus-based, cross-country running trip.

Written by Mary Murphy April 09, 2020

The Best Duffel Is 30% Off: Patagonia Black Hole Sale

Widely regarded as one of the best duffels on the market, the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel is comfortable to carry, nearly impossible to break, and…

Written by Mallory Paige April 06, 2020

The ‘Epic’ Bike Race That Never Was

A traveling and cycling initiative brought two riders to South Africa for a bike race. With the coronavirus epidemic, their plans changed. This is the…

Written by Mary Murphy April 06, 2020