The Chronicles
The latest from the explorer’s passage
A collection of adventure tips, travel insights, and our latest news!
Our travels have taken us to some of the most exotic places on earth, where we’ve explored the history, culture, and landscapes that help bring each of our destinations to life. Get ready for a bit of armchair travel as you peruse The Chronicles, a collection of adventure tips, travel insights, and our latest news from the trail. Enjoy!
The Arctic Cruise Guide
The Arctic Cruise Guide provides everything you need to know to travel on an expedition cruise to the Arctic region for the journey of a lifetime.
The Antarctica Cruise Guide
This Antarctica Cruise Guide contains everything you need to know if you are looking to travel to Antarctica. From crossing the mighty Drake Passage to learning about what to expect when you finally set foot on this icy continent, this guide is full of information to help you plan your trip. Our Experience on an…
The 6 Top Adventures in the Yukon
I first heard about the Yukon Territory in 2013 when I was reading about the Klondike Gold Rush. During the late 1800s, 100,000 people from across the planet descended on this remote Canadian province in their search for gold. The more I read about the Yukon and its history, the more I wanted to go….
The Top 3 Treks in the Himalayas
Did you know that out of the top 10 highest mountains in the world, 8 of them are located in Nepal? Of all the mountains I have laid my eyes on in my travels there is just something special about the Himalayas of Nepal. They tower over you and fill the horizon with a rare…
11 Best Places to Visit in Chile
Planning a trip to South America? Here are top recommendations on the best places to visit in Chile, one of the most extraordinary destinations on the planet.
9 Best Historical Sites in New York City
Ask a visitor what drew them to New York City and you’ll get a plethora of answers: the breathtaking views from soaring skyscrapers, captivating Broadway shows, a stroll along 5th Avenue laden with purchases. What you’re far less likely to encounter is a tourist who’s come to learn about its past, and that’s a pity,…
Theodore Roosevelt & My Mount Marcy Adventure
A few years back in the middle of winter, I hiked up Mount Marcy during a snowstorm. For those of you who don’t know, Mount Marcy is the highest peak in the state of New York standing at 5,343 feet (1,629 meters). It is situated in the stunningly beautiful Adirondack Mountains just a few miles…
General José de San Martín – The Army of the Andes
With each and every step I can hear hooves colliding with fist sized rocks as we navigate the dusty path. I watch from the rear of my column as thousands of fellow soldiers ascend The Pass above me, teetering along narrow ledges carved into the mountain’s exterior. Rounding a switchback, I turn and there he…
In Search of Gold: Hiking the Chilkoot Trail
It was 1897 in a creek 300 miles (483 kilometers) south of the Arctic Circle in the heart of Canada’s Yukon Territory, when gold was discovered near the town of Dawson City. Soon after, tens of thousands of would-be miners from across the world set off propelled by the prospect of riches. I was so…
Top 5 Best Hikes Near New York City
I am so fortunate to live in New York City. Music, culture, and the arts… this amazing city has everything you could ask for. While the city fills so many of my wants the one thing it does not have is MOUNTAINS. Unless I can get a hike or trail run in the mountains at…
14 Fast Facts about Mount Everest
The iconic Mount Everest is the tallest mountain on the planet. For those who are fascinated about the tales of climbing this might peak or if you have ever dreamed of climbing Mount Everest yourself, I have compiled the list below of 14 Facts that provides the Information on Mount Everest that you need to…
The History of Climbing Mount Everest
It was 1841 when an obscure peak in the Himalayas was recognized as the tallest mountain in the world by a British survey team led by Sir George Everest, and whom Mount Everest was named after in 1865. Today, climbers from across the world attempt to scale it’s mighty face. For those who reach the…