Have you thought about including hiking in Brittany on your trip to France? As we’ve said many times before, hiking is a wonderful way to really see the best off-the-beaten-path places in a new destination, and you don’t need much to do a quick hike to take in the scenic views. A girl after our […]
Kirsten Gallagher
Kirsten is a language teacher and translator. But when she's not working, she's an intrepid traveller. She's backpacked many parts of Europe, Asia and South America. Her favorite destination? All of them. Travel advice? Pack light.
Hiking in Wicklow Mountains National Park on a Trip to Ireland
Are you dreaming of a trip to Ireland? What type of active things will you do? I recommend a Wicklow National Park hiking trip. Like me, guest contributor Kirsten Gallagher is a big fan of active travel. Previously, she inspired boomer hikers with her stories of hiking and practicing yoga in Guatemala. Now she’s taking […]
Guatemala Hot Springs and Hiking for Active Boomers
Are you looking for a fun boomer travel adventure in Central America? Soaking in hot springs after hiking in Guatemala sounds like just the ticket! Guest contributor Kirsten Gallagher has been sharing tales from her recent Guatemalan adventures over the last few weeks. From practicing yoga in Lago Atitlán to hiking up an active volcano […]
Practicing Yoga at Lago Atitlán, Guatemala
From hiking up active volcanoes to exploring glaciers, we absolutely adore active travel adventures of any kind. But, not all active travel has to include hiking boots, walking sticks or parkas. Today, we’re going to explore a more relaxing activity, based in a breathtaking location. Guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, is here to share her experience […]
Finding Boomer Adventure hiking Pacaya Volcano in Antigua, Guatemala
As our readers know, we adore a good hiking adventure, especially when it involves exploring off-the-beaten-path areas of the world. Guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, is here to share her experience in Guatemala where she trekked up an active volcano on a Pacaya Volcano hike. Get your hiking boots, grab some water, and enjoy this adventure […]
Enjoy a Stratford Shakespeare Festival Weekend With Our Tips
Canada is a beautiful place to visit in the late summer and early fall. Known for stunningly scenic landscapes, Ontario is especially popular for active travel options. But, it’s not all hiking, biking or building sandcastles at the beach. If you’re looking to mix a little culture into your next Canadian adventure, guest contributor Kirsten […]
Exploring Montreal in Winter
As you know, we love active travel and although some are a little adverse to cold weather travel, we love to mix the two. And while there are many places to enjoy some wintertime travel, you can’t go wrong with our neighbor to the north, Canada. Guest contributor and Ontario resident, Kirsten Gallagher, is here […]
Dancing Flamenco in Seville, Spain
As you know, My Itchy Travel Feet readers love traveling to Spain. Recently, we showed you how to spend an active weekend in Seville. But nowhere did we mention flamenco, a dance the city is famous for. But we’ve fixed that! Guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, is here to share her experience dancing flamenco in Seville. […]
How to Spend a Weekend Exploring Granada, Spain
From its traditional pueblos to bustling cities like Madrid and Barcelona, Spain is a favorite for travelers. However, those in the know, know that the country’s heart and soul can be found in Andalusia, and in Granada in particular. Guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, shows us how to spend a unique weekend exploring Granada—a beautiful city […]