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BackpackingFebruary 3, 2011March 9, 2011

4,000 Penguins and the End of the Earth

My shoes made a soft squishing noise as I stepped off the paved path and onto a narrow band of muddy earth which wound its way between the road and a small set of kiosks along Ushuaia's main pier. The morning was crisp, partly cloudy and smelled fresh. The air prickled my skin and teased at a re…

BackpackingJanuary 10, 2011January 10, 2011

Argentina Photos Posted

Hello all! I'm thrilled to announce that I've completed uploading a select 425 photos from my recent Argentina trip. The photos cover Buenos Aires, Ushuaia (Tierra del Fuego), El Calafate/El Chalten (Patagonia) and Igu…

BackpackingDecember 9, 2010March 9, 2011

No Humbug in Hamburg – A Day Spent Exploring!

My hostel in Hamburg was a massive sprawling multi-story building that was clean and bustling with travelers. The rooms were a nice mixture of built in bunks and free standing beds. Unfortunately, the place was poorly…

BackpackingNovember 18, 2010March 9, 2011

Bergen, A Scenic Seafood Picnic and Local Fjords

Still a bit giddy (silly but true) after the previous day's spectacular adventure on the Flam Railway and through the Nærøyfjord I opted to spend my final day in Bergen and the nearby fjords. After a relatively late st…

BackpackingNovember 9, 2010March 9, 2011

Norway’s Pristine Fjords, Waterfalls and Mountains

While the city of Bergen is a significant draw with its rich history, beautiful architecture and delicious seafood the real reason people head to the region is the fjords. The western coast of Norway is an incredible …

BackpackingSeptember 14, 2010March 9, 2011

A Burgeoning Love for Bergen and Norway’s West Coast

The ancient seaside city of Bergen is one of Norway's best known destinations. Situated in the heart of Norway's spectacular fjord country the city offers a rich history, pristine location, spectacular seafood, and perfect starting point for those interested in a breathtaking voyage down one of t…

BackpackingSeptember 13, 2010March 9, 2011

Bergen Bound – A Ferry, Fjords and Fresh Adventure

There's a sensation that every traveler is intimately familiar with. It's that lump in your throat, that nagging dull roar in the back of your mind and the slight quickening of breath as stale adrenaline oozes out you…

BackpackingAugust 18, 2010March 9, 2011

Exploring Stavanger, Norway

The city of Stavanger is an interesting one. Located at nearly the same latitude as the Orkney Islands in Scotland, it's situated on the inward side of a large peninsula on the southwestern coast of Norway. The city …

BackpackingAugust 7, 2010August 7, 2010

Post Arizona Travel Tweetup Wrapup

[caption id="attachment_1058" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="(From Left to Right: Kerri, Toni, Patricia, Alex, Jackie)"][/caption] We just wrapped up the 2nd Arizona Travel Tweetup and I'm thrilled to say it…

BackpackingAugust 6, 2010March 9, 2011

Hiking Preikestolen The “Preacher’s Pulpit” in Norway

For years I'd seen photos of a stunning rock cliff face that leaned out over a massive fjord. The sheer majesty of the formation and the presence it conveyed - even in photos - captivated me. I knew at some point I'd…