Last year Unyoked and AllTrails conducted the first ever global nature study, and found that 2 nights in nature was 50% more powerful at improving wellbeing, than mindfulness and meditation techniques. Considering wellness is a $5.6 trillion industry, it's pretty amazing to think that it could really be as simple (and fun) as just stepping outside!
Read moreExpert Guide: 6 Steps to Train for Your Next Epic Hiking Adventure
When you should start training depends on 3 main factors: 1) The trip’s itinerary 2) Your current activity level 3) The amount of time you have in your schedule to train. For most multi-day hikes with a lot of elevation change and challenging terrain - Kilimanjaro, Peru, Patagonia, Cotopaxi - reasonably active women would be wise to allow at least 3 months to get ready.
Read more7 Ways to be a Happier & More Mindful Traveler
Our golden rule while adventuring is to show respect to all the new people, places, and things we encounter. Whether it be a monument, a place of worship, spiritual land, crew members or fellow travelers, respect is an essential foundation at WHOA, and we expect nothing less from all our adventurers.
Read more7 Reasons Why Travelers Are Happier People
PHOTO CREDS: NICOLA BAILEY
Happiness is a fleeting feeling in society. With 7 out of 10 people reporting physical or emotional symptoms of stress, it seems as if happiness isn’t within reach. We all want to be happy. And it seems travelers are some of the happiest people on the planet. But, why?
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