Field Notes

Lessons from the trail, written by people who walked it.

Hike the Caribbean Largest Sand Dunes in Dominican Republic
Hiking Destinations · Featured

Hike the Caribbean Largest Sand Dunes in Dominican Republic

If you’ve ever wanted to walk through a desert without leaving the Caribbean, Las Dunas de Las Calderas in Baní, Dominican Republic is one of the most unique landscapes you’ll

GoTravelHiking · 6/1/2026

15 Epic USA Hiking Trails That Feel Like Another Planet
USA Hiking & National Parks

15 Epic USA Hiking Trails That Feel Like Another Planet

Dust drifted across the canyon floor in slow spirals while the cliffs around me burned deep orange beneath the late afternoon sun. Not a single sound moved through the desert

Renaldo Dodomi · 6/1/2026

Ensign Peak: The Best View of Salt Lake City
Hiking Destinations

Ensign Peak: The Best View of Salt Lake City

Utah is one of the best states for hiking in the US of A. And Salt Lake City has the right trail where you can get the best view of

GoTravelHiking · 5/26/2026

Old Rag Mountain: The Notorious Rock Scramble at Shenandoah
Hiking Destinations

Old Rag Mountain: The Notorious Rock Scramble at Shenandoah

There are hikes, and then there’s Old Rag Mountain—Shenandoah National Park’s notorious, beloved, slightly unhinged rite of passage. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to star in your

GoTravelHiking · 5/23/2026

Refundable Ticket vs. Travel Insurance — What Actually Protects Your Trip?
Travel Destinations

Refundable Ticket vs. Travel Insurance — What Actually Protects Your Trip?

When you’re booking a vacation, you’ll usually face one big question:Should you pay extra for a refundable airline ticket, or is travel insurance the smarter move? Here’s the quick breakdown:

GoTravelHiking · 3/6/2026

Top 5 Reasons to Explore Ireland on a Hiking & Walking Tour
Hiking Destinations

Top 5 Reasons to Explore Ireland on a Hiking & Walking Tour

Experience Ireland the way it was meant to be felt — on foot. From wild coastal cliffs to ancient stone paths, a guided hiking and walking tour brings you closer

GoTravelHiking · 2/17/2026

Lace Up for 2026: Join the Miles for Maryland Trail Challenge!
Hiking Destinations

Lace Up for 2026: Join the Miles for Maryland Trail Challenge!

The Maryland Park Service has launched the “Miles for Maryland” Trail Challenge, inviting hikers to log 250 miles in state parks throughout 2026 to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The Maryland

GoTravelHiking · 1/16/2026

Morocco: Best Things to Do, See & Explore in Capital City Rabat
Travel Destinations

Morocco: Best Things to Do, See & Explore in Capital City Rabat

Rabat, the capital city of Morocco, is a destination that seamlessly combines ancient heritage with contemporary urban life and elegance. Yes, the vibe here just feels royal. It has a

GoTravelHiking · 12/4/2025

How to Find Cheap Flights for Your Next Travel Adventure
Travel Offers

How to Find Cheap Flights for Your Next Travel Adventure

Travel doesn’t have to drain your wallet. With the right tools and strategies, you can unlock affordable airfare and put more of your budget toward experiences. One of the most

GoTravelHiking · 11/30/2025

Experience Casablanca at Night: The City’s Secrets Unveiled
Travel Destinations

Experience Casablanca at Night: The City’s Secrets Unveiled

Casablanca is known as the business capital of Morocco, but by night, the city transforms into something entirely different. The streets glow under golden lamps; the Atlantic breeze and sunsets

GoTravelHiking · 11/23/2025

Phoenix’s Epic Summit Trail Honors Native American Army Soldier
Hiking Destinations

Phoenix’s Epic Summit Trail Honors Native American Army Soldier

History and Significance of Piestewa Peak For centuries, the mountain was known to the Pima people as Vainom Do’ag, meaning “Iron Mountain.” Piestewa Peak carries a story of history, resilience,

GoTravelHiking · 11/8/2025

Epic Day Trip from DC or Baltimore: Maryland Heights Trail
Hiking Destinations

Epic Day Trip from DC or Baltimore: Maryland Heights Trail

Few hikes on the East Coast combine breathtaking views with such rich history as the Maryland Heights Trail at Harpers Ferry. Just a short drive from Washington, D.C. or Baltimore,

GoTravelHiking · 10/30/2025

Top Things to Do in Tangier: Explore Morocco’s Gateway Between Continents
Travel Destinations

Top Things to Do in Tangier: Explore Morocco’s Gateway Between Continents

Tangier is a beautiful city, Europeans vacation here often for good reason. Writers, artists, and travelers have been drawn here for centuries—lured by its winding medina, sweeping coastal views, and

GoTravelHiking · 10/25/2025

Morocco’s Blue Magic: A Walking Tour of Chefchaouen’s Hidden Corners
Hiking Destinations

Morocco’s Blue Magic: A Walking Tour of Chefchaouen’s Hidden Corners

If you never heard of Morocco’s blue city, you are in for a cool walk through Chefchaouen, Morocco. Every wall, every doorway, every staircase seemed dipped in shades of blue—cerulean,

GoTravelHiking · 10/21/2025

Explore The Wonderland of Rocks: Arizona’s Most Unique Hiking Destination
Hiking Destinations

Explore The Wonderland of Rocks: Arizona’s Most Unique Hiking Destination

If the Grand Canyon is what comes to mind when you think about Arizona, then you need to drive south and experience the Wonderland of Rocks: Chiricahua National Monument. With

GoTravelHiking · 10/18/2025

Hike Like a Mayan at Tikal National Park Guatemala
Hiking Destinations

Hike Like a Mayan at Tikal National Park Guatemala

Deep in the jungles of northern Guatemala lies Tikal National Park, one of the most spectacular Mayan archaeological and hiking destinations in the world. With its towering Maya temples rising

GoTravelHiking · 10/17/2025

Georgia is for Hikers! Awesome Day Trip to Georgia’s Highest Peak and Safari
Hiking Destinations

Georgia is for Hikers! Awesome Day Trip to Georgia’s Highest Peak and Safari

Georgia is for hikers! I could not pass the opportunity to hike to Brasstown Bald, the highest peak in Georgia on a weekend trip to Atlanta. Georgia has incredible diversity

GoTravelHiking · 10/8/2025

The Best Day Trip From Barcelona: Exploring Montserrat
Hiking Destinations

The Best Day Trip From Barcelona: Exploring Montserrat

Barcelona has long been a hub for artists like Picasso, Miró, and Gaudí. That creative energy spills into the streets where the Graphiti is prevalent and it reminds me of

GoTravelHiking · 8/9/2025

Epic Hike of the Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania
Hiking Destinations

Epic Hike of the Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is home to some wonderful waterfalls. One of my favorite hikes, close to New York City is the Bushkill Falls also known as “Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania.” If you

GoTravelHiking · 5/24/2025

Weekend Escape to Belize: Mayan Ruins, Zoo, Beach and Locals
Hiking Destinations

Weekend Escape to Belize: Mayan Ruins, Zoo, Beach and Locals

Belize may be a small country, but it packs in an incredible mix of history, wildlife, and island charm. On a short weekend escape to Belize, you can journey from

GoTravelHiking · 2/15/2025