Ihave been thinking a lot about something that I believe doesn't get nearly enough airtime in outdoor adventure circles: the nitty gritty behind physical performance at high altitude. Which really covers everything from trekking to Machu Picchu and up Kilimanjaro to climbing on Aconcagua to learning how to swing ice tools on Mount Baker! After years of guiding and personal high-altitude pursuits, I'll say this much: there are 3 things I wish every climber and trekker knew before stepping above 14,000 ft.
Read moreLast 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 moreSome guests have even said they are more humbled after their Bhutan experience. Personally, I hope they take the very essence of the impermanence of life and to be good, kind, and compassionate. It's all that is ever important in the world.
Read moreMongolia is one of those destinations where the lessons you take away will come from what you put in. If you learn how to keep the sand from knocking you down from your bike, you might find a totally new kind of freedom, racing through vast stretches of nothingness. If you push yourself up the seemingly impossible off-trail vertical incline, you might find yourself reenergized in a patch of snow that you couldn't even see from the bottom. If you help the neighbors herd their livestock, you might find yourself recharging with vodka and laughter at their house afterwards.
Read moreGear up for a successful Kilimanjaro summit night with our comprehensive visual guide on what to wear and pack. Stay warm, safe, and comfortable with these expert tips!
Read moreNow, more than ever, it’s important to prioritize sustainability at the grassroots level. Here at WHOA, we remain committed to designing experiences that incorporate sustainability both in the details, and in our overall approach. (Sleeping under the stars beats 5 star hotels on so many levels!) Our sustainability impact report is a part of our commitment to be transparent, continually improve and reevaluate our initiatives, and to keep us on course in our goal of helping protect Mother Earth.
Read moreThe truth of being adventurous is that you will encounter wetness at some point—whether it's rain, condensation, or a fellow adventurer’s leaky water bladder. That’s why stuff sacks and dry bags are your best friend! They come in all shapes and sizes and are a great SUSTAINABLE way to waterproof your gear (no single use plastic here)! A bag full of wet clothes can be a real trip-ruiner when you’re 4,000 m up a mountain. Keep dry, keep comfy!
Read moreIn 2019 we started our sister non-profit, The Carabiner Collective, to support more people with access to the outdoors and remove barriers to entry in adventure travel. One of the ways we do this is through Trailblazer Awards, which celebrate people who are breaking stereotypes and leading by example in their communities, creating a ripple effect of change.
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