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You don't buy things with money, you actually buy things with time (aka your limited life hours), yet so many people dedicate their money to buying more things to fill their house.

I'd argue that money is much better spent toward creating experiences that you will cherish rather than on things that will lose their luster and eventually get tossed aside or replaced.

Stop Buying Things & Start Doing Things (Experiences Are More Valuable) Material possessions or life experiences? How do we balance a gear intensive outdoorsy lifestyle with buying the gear that allows us to enjoy them?

What's the coolest trek you've ever done or what's one that you'd love to do one day? To get you ready, check out my monster post on what you need on your next multi-day hike or trek. Here's the gear I use and love, and a downloadable PDF so you don't forget anything.

Trekking Packing List: A No Non-Sense Guide for What to Bring With You If you're new to the world of hiking or trekkiing, it can be tough to know what to bring along, that's why I created the ultimate trekking packing list.

Who else is fascinated by the stars?! 🌟🌟🌟

It's not just me, I'm sure. I also love 📷 photography, and while I'm no pro, I do enjoy improving my skills in one of my favorite hobbies. Here is how you can get those cool star trail photos of your own during your outdoor adventures and travels.

How to Take Star Trail Photos: A Hobbyists Guide to Professional Results Learn how to take star trail photos that will leave your friends impressed! There are tricky things to overcome with night photography, but it's worth it!

I'm not like a pro-photographer, but I do alright... Here are some tips and resources for how you can improve your craft as a hobbyist.

How to Be a Better Photography: Top Resources to Improve Your Craft Looking for some tips and tools to help you improve? These were the resources I used to learn how to be a better photographer, and what I recommend to you.

Are you planning an upcoming trip or vacation soon? Be sure to check out my top resources and recommended companies for booking everything from cheap flights & lodging to great tour companies & the all-important travel insurance. Do check it out!

Budget Travel Resources: My Favorite Companies to Book Flights & Hotels The best budget travel resources and companies to use when you want to save money on your next trip. These are my top picks after years of budget travel.

South America has become a home away from home, and I've traveled pretty extensively across the continent now... Check out my guide.

The Ultimate Guide for Traveling to South America: Tips & Tricks If you're planning on traveling to South America then here is what you need to know about planning, budget, things to do, and places to go!

Heading out on a Utah national park road trip? Then you can't miss out on the incredible Bryce Canyon! It is one of my favorite parks and what better way to enjoy it than with these incredible hikes in Bryce Canyon which will provide incredible vistas and get you up close and personal with their famed hoodoo rock formations. Save this guide to enjoy the best of what this park has to offer.

12 Best Hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park for First-Time Visitors Check out this guide to the best hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park, one of the most incredible national parks in the country, located in Southern Utah.

Here are a few apps and resources that I've come to rely on so I can stay in decent shape while traveling.

3 Killer Apps You'll Actually Use to Exercise While Traveling Don't let your vacation send you back fatter! Here are the my favorite apps, resources, and tips to stay in shape and exercise while traveling the world.

If there's one country that really deserves to be explored a little more in-depth it's Mexico... There's so much more beyond the stereotypes 🌮, tourist resorts, and normal hot spots. Check out my guide to traveling to Mexico, one of the most incredible countries in the Western Hemisphere. 😏

Traveling to Mexico Guide: Things to Do, Travel Tips, and More Planning on traveling to Mexico? Here's what to know when it comes to planning, safety, things to see and do, where to go, and more.

If you are ever in Peru, you must visit Laguna Paron in the Cordillera Blanca, it is, quite simply, one of the most beautiful places I've ever been...

Laguna Paron: One of Peru's Most Beautiful Places to Visit Laguna Paron sits high in the Cordillera Blanca outside of Caraz, Peru. It is one of the most beautiful lakes I've ever seen. You must visit Laguna Paron!