Tag: Travel
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Iceland: An Epic Ring Road Adventure
The first time I wanted to go to Iceland was watching The Secret Life of Walter Mitty snuggled in my college dorm room freshman year. This was a point when I started dreaming up different adventures I would go on in my life. I recently rewatched this movie and couldn’t help but feel nostalgic that…
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Embracing Adventure: Lessons from My Dad
Many know the captivating feeling of wonder when our Dads start storytelling. Hearing about Don Vollmar’s adventurous, intriguing past ensues excitement in our family. You know you’re in for a treat. More importantly, when your Dad shares a story, you gain a deeper understanding of who he is, inevitably leading to greater self-insight. I grew…
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AllTrails Unfiltered: The Good, The Bad, and The Funny
AllTrails has given me advice on current conditions, gotten me out of some sticky situations when I’ve found myself off-trail, and (for the most part) has provided an accurate view of terrain on a new hike. Like many others on the internet, this platform serves as a black hole for people to dump their opinions.…
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Pause, Reflect, Have fun: The Value of a Gap Year Experience
The COVID-19 pandemic hit during the spring semester of my junior year at Texas A&M. We don’t have to relive all that trauma, but you could say the university experience had undoubtedly changed. When I got to the fall semester of 2020, and classes were still online, I figured it was time for a change.…
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Pack With Me to Ski and Travel Japan
There is little more challenging than packing when it comes to ski trips. As a proud owner of my ski gear, I have become a bit spoiled in my refusal to rent. I will go to extensive lengths to be in my own boots and ride my Elan Ripsticks. That being said, I have done…
Expedition 9 to 5 