Photo by CarlosAlcazar on Pixabay The southernmost state of Mexico, Chiapas, is best known for its rich Mayan culture. It’s an area that’s steeped in history and natural beauty. From the impressive pre-Columbian ruins to the verdant rainforests, this region has a lot to offer visitors. There are plenty of things to do in Chiapas if you want to experience its rich heritage and natural beauty first hand. Here, we take a look at…
If you’re planning on trekking a mountain, weather is going to be a factor. One key ingredient to having a successful summit is to mitigate any issues with the weather. Dressing in layers is essential to regulating your body temperature. Since trekking is an active sport, you’ll also need materials that will wick sweat away from your skin. The best way to dress for the mountains is to focus on one layer of clothing at…
China is an incredible country, its extensive territory is home to one of the Great Wall Of China, as well as some of the most spectacular views of the earth. If you are like us you probably already picked China as your next destination. Therefore you’ll be asking yourself… “How can I make the most of my trip?” Do not worry, we are here to recommend you some activities that everyone should do during their stay. You…
Why would you climb a mountain? “Because it’s there.” …This was the famous response of one of the first mountaineers to attempt Mount Everest, George Mallory. Although I love that response, I’ll give you a more reasonable answer and explain the best ways to get prepared for climbing your first mountain in Mexico. Climbing a mountain brings multiple benefits; Health benefits – it improves physical condition, it is good strength exercise for different muscle groups, improves blood…
You could conquer the 3rd highest mountain in North America for a fraction of the price, and it would take a fraction of the time as the other 2 highest summits. I’m talking about Citlaltépetl, or most known as Pico de Orizaba. It is the highest peak in Mexico, and the third in North America. Citlaltépetl meaning “Star Mountain” is the name given in Nahuatl, a local dialect used by the Aztecs. At 5,636 meters…
