Tag: Hiking
Maja’s birthday hike to the Mogote Mountain in Jarabacoa
My friend Maja and I began hiking two years ago in the Dominican Republic, with the Mogote trail as our first route in the region. Guillermo, Larissa, and Georgina joined us for a six-hour ascent and descent, each involving roughly 950 meters of elevation… Continue Reading “Maja’s birthday hike to the Mogote Mountain in Jarabacoa”
Exploring Täschalp: A Hidden Gem Hike Near Zermatt
Philippe sought a peaceful hike around Zermatt, opting for Täschalp to Täschhütte, savoring isolated trails with stunning views of the Weisshorn and Täschhorn. Despite tricky paths and variable weather, the experience remained rewarding. Returning along the river, they encountered hunters and climbers, culminating in a unique connection to nature.
Exploring Täschalp to Zermatt: Stunning Views Await
The trail from Täschalp to Winkelmatten offers breathtaking views of the Weisshorn and Matterhorn. Philippe and I previously hiked it toughly, but this time took a bus, enjoying sunshine and fewer hikers. We met fellow travelers from Australia and relished the scenic villages, sandwiches, and a terrace drink along the way.
Klingenstock to Fronalpstock with Persio, Silvana and the Ortiz family!
During the Ortiz family’s week-long visit, we embarked on the iconic ridge hike from Klingenstock to Fronalpstock. Persio and Silvana traveled from Verona to join us for a few days, and we were blessed with sunshine and ideal temperatures throughout the adventure.
Mother’s Day Excursion: A Day of Sun, Sea, Family & Friends
Under cloudy skies, we embarked on a private boat excursion with the Diaz Beracasa family, Jessica, and her boyfriend Benny, to the picturesque beaches of Ermitano 2, Playa Onda, and Ermitano 1. The boat picked us up at Playa Bonita, and after a 40-minute… Continue Reading “Mother’s Day Excursion: A Day of Sun, Sea, Family & Friends”
Oshima Walk
Being rather jet-lagged, Yasuko decided to make it a moderate-but-constant activity day. Starting with a nice meal at the Mikuni Ootoku restaurant next to Oshima.
Hike in the hills of Cambita
In 2023, I made the decision to embark on a hiking adventure in the Dominican Republic, aiming to explore the lesser-known gems of the island. With its abundance of mountains, rivers, and pristine beaches, there are countless hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Since… Continue Reading “Hike in the hills of Cambita”
Goose Spit Park
An intended short stroll became a rather long walk around the entire Goose Spit which also accommodates a military base. That base becomes a summer camp playground every year with many teenagers running around. A friendly military woman at the gate explained that we… Continue Reading “Goose Spit Park”
Cormorant Island Hike
After an interesting chat with Colin, the hotel’s owner and a person with character, we started our hike around (most of) the island. From the hotel, we walked through the Ecological Park and soon crossed the highest point of the island
The Kyoto Trail Hike: Day 1
A two-day hike on the Kyoto Trail (the Kitayama East section) with my mountain buddy Sano-san. Since I have heard of this trail in Fushimi Inari a couple of years ago, the Kyoto Trail was on my hiking to do list.
Fly, Hike & Travel. 