Tyrol – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingFebruary 27, 2014February 27, 2014

Nude Austrian Saunas For Beginners

There are moments in every person's life where you pause and ask yourself...how did I end up right here, in this moment, at this point in time? For me, one such moment came in the form of a sweat covered, completely naked, Austrian man's knee resting casually against my own in a lovely dry sauna i…

BackpackingNovember 8, 2013November 10, 2013

An Adult Learns to Ski in the Austrian Alps

Growing up I never felt a strong desire to find a large hill, scale it, and then throw myself down the side at a high rate of speed. As a general matter of practice, I considered this a sign of sound judgment and a fir…

Friday Photo GalleryAugust 2, 2013August 4, 2013

Fresh Austrian Air – Weekly Travel Photo

It's the heart of summer so I figured a shot to help cool us all down was in order. This week's photo comes from the ski slopes above the gorgeous Austrian city of Innsbruck. While visiting I stumbled onto a fantastic…

BackpackingMay 16, 2013February 21, 2017

The Naked Truth – A Beginner’s Introduction to Austrian Saunas

My palms were far beyond clammy. They were completely committed now to downright slick and sweaty. As I grimaced and wi…

BackpackingApril 19, 2013

Snow, Ice and Water – Obergurgl, Austria

This story begins high above the alps. It is a story of change. Of transition and of voyage. It is a story of simple contrasts, long trips, and the small details that define the world around us. It begins in the upp…

Friday Photo GalleryMarch 22, 2013

Bubbles Against The Alps – Weekly Travel Photo

While visiting Innsbruck I had the pleasure of connecting with local and fellow travel blogger Lea from Escape Town. As we enjoyed an incredible spring day while watching a local snowboarding competition on one of the slopes overlooking the city, she procuded a bottle of bubble solutions. This …