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Cycling the Shimanami Kaido, Japan: a bucket-list item

Cycling the Shimanami Kaido, Japan: a bucket-list item

In part one of our Shimanami Kaido cycling adventure, we do the Onomichi temple walk and we cycle across two bridges to Ikuchijima Island.

Arie Vandervelden February 15, 2025February 24, 2025 Cycling Read more

Cycling the Kibi Plain, Southwestern Japan

Cycling the Kibi Plain, Southwestern Japan

On a beautiful sunny day, we cycle past rice paddies and temples near Okayama, Japan.

Arie Vandervelden January 17, 2025February 3, 2026 Cycling Read more

Cycling the Ring-Ring Road, Japan

Cycling the Ring-Ring Road, Japan

Using the city of Tsuchiura as a base, we explore the bicycle pathways of the Ring-Ring Road north of Tokyo, Japan.

Arie Vandervelden January 15, 2025January 16, 2025 Cycling Read more

Hiking the Gower Peninsula, Wales

Hiking the Gower Peninsula, Wales

Using Swansea as a base, we explore the coastal hiking trails of the Gower Peninsula, Wales.

Arie Vandervelden December 21, 2024March 22, 2025 Hiking, Travel Read more

October 10, 2024 Aurora

October 10, 2024 Aurora

My friend Darren and I witness an intense display of aurora in Kananaskis country.

Arie Vandervelden December 15, 2024February 3, 2026 Photo gallery Read more

Photo gallery: Great Gray Owls

Photo gallery: Great Gray Owls

I encounter two great grey owls in the woods. Over the next 45 minutes, the owls pose for pictures and hunt for prey. It was a powerful and moving experience for me, spending time with these magnificent creatures.

Arie Vandervelden October 3, 2023February 3, 2026 Photo gallery Read more

Stargazing at Bow Summit, Banff

Stargazing at Bow Summit, Banff

My friend Darren and I take two short back-to-back trips to Banff for night photography. During the day, we take some short scenic hikes and photograph some classic Banff scenery.

Arie Vandervelden September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 Car touring, Hiking, Photo gallery Read more

A Journey to Nepal – part 4, Annapurna and Chitwan

A Journey to Nepal – part 4, Annapurna and Chitwan

In part four of my journey through Nepal, I hike up Poon Hill to catch the sunrise over the Annapurna Range, and I spot wildlife in Chitwan National Park.

Arie Vandervelden September 15, 2023April 6, 2025 Hiking, Travel Read more

A Journey to Nepal – part 3, the Himalaya

A Journey to Nepal – part 3, the Himalaya

In the third part of my journey to Nepal, I explore the high country of the Khumbu area. Nara and I ascend Chukung Ri, Kala Pattar, Gokyo Ri, and Knobby View to get panoramic vistas of some of the world’s tallest peaks.

Arie Vandervelden September 14, 2023April 6, 2025 Hiking, Travel Read more

A Journey to Nepal – part 2, Middle Hills

A Journey to Nepal – part 2, Middle Hills

In part two of my journey to Nepal, I trek through the Middle Hills. The rice, millet, and corn harvest is in full swing. I join the Tihar (Diwali) celebrations in the Arun Valley.

Arie Vandervelden September 13, 2023April 6, 2025 Hiking, Travel Read more
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