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Hiking The Wave, Arizona

It costs $6 to enter the lottery. I’ve entered the lottery so many times that I’m honestly afraid to check how much I’ve spent on this longshot. Spoiler alert: it lived up to the hype! The post Hiking The Wave, Arizona appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

What’s in My Adventure Backpack. My Favorite Gear 2024 Edition.

A list of trusty, durable gear I take on my adventure trips that I personally own and have used for many years. I'm quite happy with it. The post What s in My Adventure Backpack. My Favorite Gear 2024 Edition. appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

The Fairy Meadows in Pakistan and Hiking Nanga Parbat Basecamp

After a harrowing jeep ride on one of the world's most dangerous ride, we finally made it to Fairy Meadows in Pakistan. But the highlight of the visit was the hike to Nanga Parbat basecamp the next day. The post The Fairy Meadows in Pakistan and Hiking Nanga Parbat Basecamp appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

Backpacking to Conondrum Hot Spring in Colorado

Conundrum Hot Springs is one of the most popular backpacking trips in Colorado. A friend was lucky enough to snag the highly coveted Conundrum permit. Even though I'm not a big fan of hot springs, it was too good of an opportunity to pass up. The post Backpacking to Conondrum Hot Spring in Colorado appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

Should You Rent A Jeep and Go Off Roading in Ouray? Yes, You Should.

A jeep will give you access to over 500 miles of off-highway trails and some of Colorado's most stunning landscapes. We love hitting the roads behind the wheels of a 4x4 jeep. It's so much fun and a great way to explore the backcountry. The post Should You Rent A Jeep and Go Off Roading in Ouray? Yes, You Should. appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

A Lazy Outdoorist Guide to Backpacking Colorado’s Four Pass Loop

Backpacking Maroon Bells Four Pass Loop on Labor Day weekend was a blast! Check our gear recommendations and tips to enjoy this popular trail. The post A Lazy Outdoorist Guide to Backpacking Colorado s Four Pass Loop appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

Hiking Mt. Sneffels and Why It’s My Favorite 14er

A favorite 14er for many (including mine), Mt. Sneffels is gorgeous. We took the Lavender Couloir, or the standard route to the summit. The post Hiking Mt. Sneffels and Why It s My Favorite 14er appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

10 Unique Adventures Along Colorado’s One Million Dollar Highway

Here are 10 of my favorite, adventurous thing to do when visiting Ouray, Silverton, and Tellurida. From offroading to 14ers, the San Juan Mountains is an outdoor lover's ideal playground. The post 10 Unique Adventures Along Colorado s One Million Dollar Highway appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

Visiting Raja Ampat, Indonesia’s Most Beautiful Diving Destination

So even though visiting Raja Ampat has always been a dream of mine for years, I waited to visit until both Jack and I got scuba certified and have gotten some dives under our belt. The post Visiting Raja Ampat, Indonesia s Most Beautiful Diving Destination appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .

Life Update: From California to Colorado

It took a pandemic but we finally pulled the trigger and said goodbye to California, our home for the past 16+ years. It's a bittersweet feeling because I love California. How can I not? But change is good, right? Right? The post Life Update: From California to Colorado appeared first on Jack and Jill Travel .