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The Perfectionist Guide to Ísafjörður
The capital of the western fjords! This guide will provide meticulous details on hikes, food, stays and adventures!
Zak Goldstein
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Bolungarvik Hikes: Gonguskar Loop
A hearty all-day hike looping around Lambamúli mountain and back to town on route 630, with unique land formations, waterfalls and rivers.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20243 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: To Hnifsdalur
This trail is beautiful with a great view at the top of both towns and everything else around them. Some steeps parts to consider too.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20244 min read


Bolungarvik Hikes: From Suðureyri Fjord
The walk to the trailhead in the Suðureyri fjord was worth the hike alone. A hearty Bolungarvik trail with sheep on the shores and a clear path down.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20245 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: Tungudalur - Botnsheii Loop
A quick, easy loop hike from a waterfall and forest, following a river through a network of ski lifts to an empty shack in the middle of nowhere.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20243 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: Háafell Loop
Many lakes up in the highlands, and for some reason a shed for each of them. This hike explores the network of trails south of Ísafjörður.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20245 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: Abandoned Highway
The old road between Ísafjörður and Bolungarvik of Iceland is an isolated peaceful walk that has seen its ware and tear over the years.
Zak Goldstein
Dec 19, 20233 min read


Nakasendō Way: Walk Through Japan's Past
The D.I.N.Ks take on a 5 day walking holiday on the Nakasendō Way, past Edo architecture and mountain forests, with remote ryokans and kaiseki meals.
Zak Goldstein
Nov 12, 20235 min read


Nakasendō Way (Part 5): The Yogawa-michi Walking Trail and Narai
Final day of our Nakasendō walking holiday: the Yogawa-michi trail from Nagiso through the mountains, then a train to a decadent ryokan in Narai.
Zak Goldstein
Nov 12, 20235 min read


Nakasendō Way (Part 4): The Magome Tsumago Pass
Our Nakasendō walking holiday reaches its most famous section: the historic route between postal towns Magome and Tsumago, with treats along the way.
Zak Goldstein
Nov 12, 20234 min read


Nakasendō Way (Part 3): Ena to Magome
Our Nakasendō walking holiday from Ena to Magome passes through small towns with plenty of places to eat and shop, and a new friend on the trail.
Zak Goldstein
Nov 12, 20234 min read


Nakasendō Way (Part 2): 13 Mountain Passes to Ena
Our Nakasendō walking holiday from Hiyoshicho to Ena crosses mountains and forests, with around 13 remote mountain passes and many shrines.
Zak Goldstein
Nov 12, 20234 min read


Nakasendō Way (Part 1): Mitake to Hiyoshicho
Our Nakasendō walking holiday starts easy from Mitake: rice fields, fairy-tale mountain trails, remote postal towns and a ryokan with a kaiseki dinner.
Zak Goldstein
Nov 12, 20234 min read


It's a Vibe: Cute Cafés in Japan
Cozy, homey, and unique; Japan's café culture is worth experiencing. Here are some of our favorite from our 2023 trip.
Linnea
Aug 3, 20232 min read


It's a Vibe: Jazz Kissa & Record Bars in Japan
Low lighting, good listening, and some drinks. A great escape from the busy cities in Japan to enjoy something special.
Linnea
Aug 3, 20233 min read


Camino Del Norte (Part 4): Ziortza-Bolibar to Guernica
Walking through many cute towns, exploring, eating, drinking and resting at as we make our way to the famous Guernica.
Zak Goldstein
May 7, 20234 min read


Camino Del Norte (Part 3): Deba to Ziortza-Bolibar
Through woods with hiking trails, hills overlooking valleys with fog, buildings overgrown with vines and bulls. A grandma yelling, too!
Zak Goldstein
Apr 10, 20236 min read


Camino Del Norte (Part 2): Orio to Deba
Walking holiday from Orio to Deba. Jamon and Txakoli wine!
Zak Goldstein
Apr 9, 20233 min read


Camino Del Norte (Part 1): San Sebastián to Orio
The walking holiday from San Sebastian to Orio. Details of the walk and maps.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 7, 20232 min read


Camino Del Norte: Food and Hills of Basque
An overview of our Camino Del Norte walking holiday from San Sebastian to Bilbao. The most important thing to know is pinchos.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 3, 20235 min read
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