
AK Monthly Recap: July 2026
July was a VERY busy month. This month I ricocheted from the city of Prague to the lavender fields of Provence to the green cliffs of Ireland to a concert swelling with thousands of people in bald caps to my favorite island in Italy. Yes. It was such a big month, it was TOO MUCH […]

QR Code Travel Scam Warning: What You Need to Know
QR codes are everywhere when we travel now, on restaurant tables, parking meters, hotel signs, airports, train stations, and transit machines. This travel scam known as Quishing or QR code phishing is becoming the fastest growing travel scam warning out there. Most QR codes are legitimate, but scammers are using fake QR code stickers and […]

Following Georgie — Adventure Journal
White’s rig, rigged, circa 1967. Photo by Peggy Schmidt Into the Grand Canyon on the trail of the first female river guide. I am rowing in the flat water west of Diamond Creek when an eddy sucks the raft into the upriver current. In a half second, the river wrenches the oar out of my […]

South America Travel After Burnout: Katy’s 18-to-Thirtysomethings Story | G Adventures
Meet Katy, a 33-year-old traveller from the UK who decided it was finally time to press pause on her finance career and chase a lifelong dream: travelling the world. After years of working in London and reaching a point of burnout, Katy took a career break and embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure across South America […]

Discovering the Best Cars for an Adventurous Journey
Embarking on an adventurous journey is a thrilling experience that calls for the perfect vehicle to match your wanderlust spirit. Whether you’re envisioning exploring off-the-beaten-path trails or embarking on a cross-country road trip in Australia, the choice of your car plays a pivotal role in shaping your adventure. In this guide, we delve into the […]

How Colombia’s Wayuu girls are pedalling into a brighter future
125 Indigenous schoolgirls in the Colombian desert have gained independence, access to education and the opportunity to pursue their dreams, with support from The Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Each afternoon after class, 14-year-old Ani Paola hops on her bike and pedals through the desert to the beach, where she sells colourful, handwoven mochila […]

Where to Watch the Eiffel Tower Fireworks (Moved to 13 July)
⚠️ French National Day, 2026 Note: Fireworks exceptionally moved to July 13. Military parade still July 14 morning. Watching the Eiffel Tower fireworks is one of the highlights of France’s National Day in Paris. Fortunately, the city and its surrounding areas offer plenty of scenic viewing spots. The fireworks display takes place around the Eiffel Tower after […]

What’s On in Paris – August 2026 ⋆ Secrets of Paris
Outdoors & Summer Fun Through August 30: Paris Plages 2026!Check out the 24th edition of the urban beaches of Paris along the Seine and Bassin de la Villette, with free swimming spots, outdoor dancing, and plenty of lounge chairs to enjoy the fabulous weather. Get the fully updated lowdown in the Secrets of Paris article: […]

Best eSIM for Travel in 2026
Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! Remember what it was like to get a SIM card for your phone back in the day? Every time I arrived in a new country, I would go to a […]

Sea to Sky Highway Ranks Among World’s Best EV Road Trips
Most people know the Sea to Sky Highway as one of Canada’s most beautiful drives. It winds from the edge of Vancouver along Howe Sound, climbs past waterfalls and mountain viewpoints, and continues toward Whistler and Pemberton. Now, it has another reason to be on your road trip list: it has been named one of […]