Walking along the deck toward our tented cabin, I heard a rustling in the brush to my right. There calmly munching the greenery was a large female moose, along with her calf nearby. I slowed to a shuffle as she picked up her head to evaluate my intentions, and for a moment I was concerned that my path of travel might alarm her given the proximity of her ... [Read more]
If recent questions on Trippy are any indication, a lot of you will be hitting the open road this year so with that in mind, we thought we’d take a look at some of the world’s scariest roads. Whether it's hair pin turns or breathtakingly narrow highways, here are some ridiculously scary places to let the pedal hit the metal! Trollstigen; Rauma, ... [Read more]
Piled high above the Andes, Quito the capital city of Ecuador is one of the most captivating cities in South America. It doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Most visitors to Ecuador zip through town, having just enough time to catch the next flight to the Galapagos, with no time to explore treasure trove Quito. Trippy user Melissa Curtis was one of ... [Read more]
In Cusco, at 11,152 feet above sea level, I succumbed to altitude sickness. Nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath – feelings of impending doom overtook my senses. But it left after 36 hours. Altitude sickness usually happens at 8,000 feet above sea level and above. Not everyone will experience the same symptoms. The most common symptoms include ... [Read more]
People often asked me, “Is Jordan safe?” before I left for Jordan. After visiting Jordan for a week, I must say it’s time to put aside your fear and apprehension about traveling to Jordan. Jordan is safe. And the people are friendly. A journey through Jordan offers visitors a step back in time - to the impressive ancient Petra, and Wadi Rum, the ... [Read more]
Virginia is a state that is overflowing with history and heritage. Its location in the north of the United States also gives it a nice climate. This state has a variety of sights to offer, which is why we’ve decided to bring all the travelers out there the top ten things to do in Virginia. These locations represent pristine options for you and your ... [Read more]
