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What the Adventurist community has been up to lately 🫶 We LOVE seeing where you take your bags - thank you for tagging us and sending us photos from your travels and your everyday adventures, it means the world!

Is it time to switch out your suitcase for a carry-on-sized backpack? We think so, and Kate Loweth from Travel Bulletin agrees 🤝 Check out the full article through our stories!

Thank you so much to Travel Bulletin for including us in this roundup of backpacks that will replace your suitcase 📰😌

Kelly and I had pretty high expectations before visiting Isle of Skye, and somehow we were still blown away! (Make sure to save these tips for your own trip)

🏠 Where we stayed: We stayed at a few different bed and breakfasts so that we would have easy access to the sights we wanted to see, but by far our favorite was Woodbine Guesthouse in Uig. The owners Cass and Stephen were just so kind and welcoming, and it really made our stay special!

😍 Our favorite sights: There really is so much to see in a relatively small area, which meant spending a week here was barely enough time to scratch the surface. A few of our favorite moments/sights included:
Eilean Donan Castle
The Old Man of Storr
Hiking to Camasunary Beach
Talisker Distillery Tour
Rubha Hunish
The Fairy Glen
Hiking the Quiraing

📅 When to go: The shoulder seasons are often considered the best time to go (so April/May and September/October) with thinner crowds and mild weather. We went in October, and as lovers of moody fall vibes, we’d probably go in fall next time as well!

For our next time visiting Isle of Skye we’d probably add a boat trip to see the coastline from the water (and for a chance to see some more of the wild life), and visit the nearby Isle of Harris! Have you been to Isle of Skye? Or if not, is it on your list?

Over the years, Kelly and I have found that autumn can actually be one of the best times to travel (and not just because everything looks a little more magical painted in fall colors). Here are 5 reasons why fall is a perfect time to travel 🍁👉

1. The weather can be really good
Summer gets all the attention when it comes to travel, but plenty of places are at their best once temperatures start to drop and the weather gets pleasantly mild.

2. There are fewer people
Once the summer crowds start to disappear, everything can feel a little more relaxed. Trails are quieter, restaurants are easier to get into, and you can actually stop to take in the view without feeling like you’re in a line of people at an amusement park.

3. You have more freedom to explore
One of the best parts about traveling outside of peak season is simply having more flexibility. In the summer, popular tours, restaurants, accommodations, and attractions can book up weeks (or months) in advance. In the fall, you’re much more likely to have room to change your plans as you go.

4. It can be much more affordable
Traveling in the peak summer season can get expensive quickly. Flights, hotels, rental cars, and activities can all come with a premium when everyone else is trying to travel at the same time. Fall on the other hand often brings lower prices and better availability, especially once you get past the busiest weeks of the season.

5. There really isn’t a bad time to travel!
Kelly and I have traveled during every month of the year, and we’ve realized that every season has its own unique charm. Summer has long days and warm evenings. Winter has snowy landscapes and cozy nights. Spring brings wildflowers and fresh green landscapes. And fall? Crisp air, changing colors, quieter streets, and fewer crowds.

5 must-see stops on your Ireland road trip (save this for your own trip!) 👇

📍 Gap of Dunloe
Drive or walk (or take a horse and carriage ride) through the dramatic mountain pass, and give yourself time to stop along the way. The road is narrow and winding, but the scenery makes it worth taking your time!

📍 Killarney
Use the town of Killarney as a base for exploring Killarney National Park. There’s so much to see around the national park that you could easily spend a couple of days here.

📍 Kerry Cliffs
This coastal viewpoint is famous for a reason. The views are absolutely incredible, and there’s lots of hiking and beautiful nature in the area.

📍 Slieve League Cliffs
This was our own personal favorite viewpoint. These are some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe, and they felt much wilder and quieter than we expected. We got there in the afternoon and saw maybe a handful of people during the time we spent there!

📍 Di**le Peninsula
The scenic drive along the coastline of the Di**le Peninsula offers breathtaking views, and the town of Di**le is as charming as they come, with cozy cafés, shops, and pubs that make you want to stay a while.

🚗 Our tip: Don’t try to cram too much into an Ireland road trip. Some of our favorite memories came from the unplanned stops at cozy pubs, driving down tiny roads, and pulling over simply because the view was too good.

We’re adding more colors to the Corduroy Collection! Take the survey in our stories (it takes less than 1 minute) to help us choose - and get a $5 credit as a thank you 🫶

Nothing quite as recharging as doing nothing in a beautiful place 🏔️😌

Inspired by nature, made for your adventures 🏔️ Kelly and I are very intentional about the colors we choose for our designs, and we often get inspiration from the places we love to explore. Over the years Pine Green has become our most popular color across every style - and honestly, we get it! It adds a little color without being too much, and goes with just about everything 🌲