Drift down jungle rivers, wander through UNESCO biospheres and follow trails where wildlife roams free on these new Intrepid trips and experiences for 2026.  Here’s to the journeys where nature feels larger than life, cosmic, out-of-this-world even. The ones where summits rise above the mist, waterfalls come at you full tilt, stars feel impossibly close […]

Searching for the best places to stay in Gran Canaria? As one of the most popular places to visit in the Canary Islands, it offers a mix of sandy beaches, lush mountain landscapes, exciting holiday resorts, and unique cultural attractions. But before you can experience what the island has to offer, you need to decide […]

Was it worth the Price? This is not your average hotel stay. It’s a bucket list destination in itself, at least for us, who are not the Kardashians or the Zuckerbergs of the world. Whether it’s worth the spend depends solely on you. I saw photos of it years ago and knew I would want […]

Sharing is caring! I can still remember the first time I saw a weka here in New Zealand. Traveling around the South Island, I was staying in a cute cabin in the forest on the West Coast. On a humid, warm day, I left the doors open, hoping for a breeze. First rookie mistake, guys: […]

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! You need to take the bad with the good! Every year, I share my worst travel moments of the year because I think it’s important to be realistic when you […]

For us, a trip to Hamilton is like coming home. Dave’s dad was born and raised in Hamilton, and he spent much of his childhood visiting family in the city. We’ve seen “The Hammer” transform from the industrial “Steeltown” we knew as kids into the thriving, creative city it is today. Now, with friends living […]

By Roman Dial Dick Griffith, the grandfather of modern Alaskan adventure, died in his sleep last week. He was 98. By his 50s, a thick shock of white hair crowned Dick’s head. Many of us in our 20s hoped one day to be like him: Clint Eastwood in tennis shoes and a backpack. But by […]

The most meaningful gifts can’t be wrapped — they’re life-changing experiences. This Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday, skip the material things and give the gift of travel instead. It’s a present that lets travellers welcome the unexpected, discover new places, and build memories that last a lifetime. Whether it’s climbing mist-covered mountains, dancing […]

Bring some cozy cabin vibes to your home with this simmer pot recipe! If you want your home to smell like a warm, cozy cabin in the woods, give this simmer pot blend a try. It fills the whole house with warm spice and citrus notes, and it’s made with simple ingredients you probably already […]

Get hands-on and learn a new skill while supporting local creatives with Intrepid’s new cultural craft experiences. Craft experiences are one of the best ways to connect with local people in a meditative, meaningful way. As you try your hand at felting with farmers in far-flung Finland or pause to learn a new skill with […]