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…
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 Make a Reservation at a Rifugio (2025 Guide)
There’s nothing quite like waking up in a mountain hut in the Dolomites—fog curling around the peaks, warm coffee in hand, and…
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…
The Ultimate Alta Via 1 & 2 Packing List for Solo Female Hikers
I’ll be honest—packing for the Alta Via 1 and 2 solo made me second-guess everything. That’s why I decided to prepare a…
Is Cadini di Misurina Worth the Hike? An Honest Review
You’ve seen the dramatic photos of hikers standing on a razor-thin ledge high in the Dolomites, framed by jagged peaks — a…
Songnisan National Park (속리산): Hiking to Munjangdae Peak
Nestled in the heart of South Korea, Songnisan National Park 속리산 is a breathtaking natural haven for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. With…
Solo Hiking the Stunning Alta Via 1 & 2 with Bookatrekking
If you’re dreaming of hiking the Alta Via 1 and 2 in the Dolomites but feel overwhelmed by the logistics, you’re not…
Lago Di Sorapis Hiking Guide: Passo Tre Croci to Sorapis
After seeing photo after photo of the lake’s otherworldly turquoise water framed by jagged Dolomite peaks, I finally set out to find…
Where to Stay in the Dolomites: Hotels I Loved as a Solo Traveler
Real stays. Honest reviews. Cozy corners of the Dolomites you’ll actually want to book. Planning a trip to the Dolomites and feeling…
Sentiero Dei Grandi Alberi:”Trail of big trees” Hike Near Vicenza, Italy
If you are looking for a hike near Vicenza that offers stunning views, look no further than Sentiero Grandi Alberi! This hike…
Dolomites Rifugio Guide: Mountain Huts, Booking, & Packing Tips for 2025
Dreaming of waking up to mountain views and a fresh Italian breakfast at 2,000 meters? Same. Every day I look back on…