
Is Egypt Safe To Travel? A Realistic Guide for 2026
Let’s get right to the big question: Is Egypt safe to travel? For the traveler that informed and prepared, the answer is yes, and it is an incredibly rewarding destination. We’ve explored the country ourselves multiple times and can tell you that standing before the Pyramids of Giza or wandering through the temples of Luxor […]

How Jay Carson Went From Terrified Student to Executive Director of the Country’s Top Outdoor Survival School – Adventure Journal
In this conversation, Jay Carson, the executive director of the Boulder Outdoor Survival School (BOSS), shares his transformative journey from being a city dweller to embracing the wilderness. He discusses the profound impact of survival training on his life, emphasizing the importance of discomfort, resilience, and reconnecting with nature. Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates how […]

Tips for First Time Travellers: The G Adventures Way
Your bag is packed, your passport is in hand, and the world is waiting on the other side of your front door. The thrill is real, but so are the butterflies. Feeling a mix of excitement and nerves before your first big adventure is completely normal. That’s where G Adventures comes in. Our small-group tours […]

Empowering Women Through Exploring the Wild Together
Empowering women’s participation in conservation travel uplifts communities and transforms lives. Did you know the average U.S. traveler is a 47-year-old woman? Women have an outsized influence in the travel industry: They represent 57.1% of all travelers in the United States, make nearly 85% of all travel decisions and make up the lion’s share of the […]

7 Pieces of Camping Gear to Help Take the Stress out of Thanksgiving
We’ve enjoyed hosting “Campsgiving” at the campsite for a few times over the years, but this fall looks a little different for us. With two kids under three and Thanksgiving landing pretty late this year, our outdoor cooking season is basically wrapped up. We’re cheering on everyone doing a true Campsgiving, but we’ll be at […]

45+ of the best Black Friday deals on 2026 Intrepid trips
It’s that time of year! We’re celebrating all the great moments we’ve had on the road in 2025 with a HUGE Black Friday Sale with prices dropped up to 20%* on hundreds of trips departing in 2026. While we can’t possibly run through all the deals – go have a search if you’ve got a […]

Unleashing the Spirit of Adventure: Inspiring Women Guides You Need to Know
March is Women’s History Month and we’ve got a lot to celebrate. We reached out to our clients to send us their amazing stories answering the following questions: 1. Why did you want to become a guide? 2. What’s your favorite part of the job? 3. What’s your least favorite part of the job? 4. […]

7-Day Itinerary for Madeira (2025 Guide)
There are tons of Madeira itineraries online, but few were actually written by a local. As a Portuguese citizen who’s been in love with the island for over a decade, I’ll share my favorite spots with you in this 7-day itinerary. We’ll dive right into the itinerary but, first, let’s see where Madeira is located, […]

The Best Sunglasses for Travel + Must Have Accessories » Local Adventurer » Travel Adventures in Las Vegas + World Wide
Looking for the best sunglasses for travel? Here are our faves, including some game-changer accessories. When you travel, you should avoid bringing your nicest sunglasses. Early on, I didn’t heed the warnings and ended up dropping my favorite pair. RIP. Now, I have a pair that stays safely nestled in our car and another to […]

A big life update: join me in the Arctic
Sharing is caring! lotI’ve made it no secret; over the years, I’ve become obsessed with polar travel. In fact, I’ve become so obsessed that I am now an expedition guide, spending roughly half the year at sea in Antarctica and the Arctic. And I’m not slowing down anytime soon. I’ve already started a three-month season […]