I bobbed in the ocean, sitting on my board, breathing heavy from the paddle out past the break. I already felt like giving up, but my eyes were zeroed in on the horizon, squinting away the sunrise. My brain was on overdrive. This one? Too big. This one? No, wait…maybe…no. This one? No, I can’t…
January 10-17, 2026 Min/Max: 6/12 Beginner & Advanced Beginner surfers Overview Join me & Surf Sisters for an amazing Panama surf & yoga camp. This retreat is for the discerning adventure traveler. The surf-focused itinerary is sure to get you stoked on surfing and give you the skills and confidence you need to get into…
Normally, when I say “travel with me,” it’s a digital invitation to follow my adventures online. But this time, I mean pack your bags—literally—and join me! In 2018, I launched my first Ottsworld Tour in Ireland, mixing hiking, culture, and off-the-beaten-path gems. Now, I run small, unique, and active tours each year to exciting new…
May 16-26, 2026 Min/Max: 6/12 Moderate* toChallenging Overview This tour is currently full. If you’d like to join the waitlist – click the Waitlist Button! There’s something about Donegal that feels like stepping off the edge of the map and into another world — one where rugged mountains tumble into the sea, tiny villages cling…
Looking to channel your inner mountain goat? Look no further than Rocky Mountain National Park! This place is a hiker’s paradise with over 350 miles of hiking trails. But beware—these aren’t your grandma’s Sunday strolls—these are rugged, rocky paths that will test your endurance and leave you breathless (both from the views and the altitude)….
In an effort to bring you some new voices on Ottsworld, here is a guest post from writer Sherry Spitsnaugle. I met Sherry at a Denver event and found out that she was a travel writer! So not only does she have a cool name, but she also has a way with words! All opinions,…
Amanda adjusted the bike seat and explained the gears on the electric bike. As I got ready to peddle off out of Clifden in Connemara, she looked ahead at the dark clouds and asked, “Do you have rain pants?” “No…not really,” I replied, looking at my water-resistant pants, knowing darn well that resistant and waterproof…
For the last 2 months I’ve been referring to myself as 50, even though I’m 49. It’s a weird way that I trick my brain into being comfortable with the age prior to my birthday. I’ve been doing this for years. It was working great – I was at peace with it, I’m 50, no…
In an effort to bring you some new voices on Ottsworld, here is a guest post from writer Chris Englert. I met Chris at a party last year and learned that she was an expert on Denver by foot, so of course, I started talking to her about hiking in the area! I’ve asked Chris…
Trees, Trees, Trees. I hiked 6 miles today underneath the shade of these giant Japanese cedar trees. It was a spectacular day of challenge, tranquility, and nature. If you just hike the Kumano Kodo trail, you are going to miss out. You have to take the time to stop, sit, and listen to the stillness….