Alta Via 1, Day 1: Lago di Braies to Pederü Berggasthaus
I stood at Lago di Braies, ready to embark on Alta Via 1 Day 1, with a full pack, sore ankles from…
Where to Stay Before & After the Alta Via 1: Guide for Solo Hikers
Planning to hike the Alta Via 1 (AV1) in the Dolomites? As a solo hiker, I know how important it is to…
Tre Cime di Lavaredo: A Solo Female Hikers Guide for 2025
The first time I saw Tre Cime di Lavaredo in person, I stopped in my tracks. These three jagged limestone peaks tower…
Easy Day Hikes in the Dolomites: Val Venegia & Sentiero Marcio
My mother-in-law sent me an article about a forest in the Dolomites where Stradivari sourced wood for his violins. I then found…
How to Get to Aquila Vaia: Guide to Marco Martalar’s Eagle
Perched above the tranquil Marcesina Plateau in Northern Italy, Aquila Vaia is far more than a sculpture—it’s a profound symbol of rebirth…