Welcome to Tales from the Banana Trail the adventure blog built for modern explorers. Whether you’re exploring your own backyard or planning your next big trip, the Tales were written to help you unleash your inner adventurer.
Inspiration for your next adventure.
The Big Pine Lakes are a sublime section of the Sierra Nevada moutains perfect for a weekend backpacking trip or epic day hike. This is the ultimate guide to planning and making this epic adventure happen.
Kananaskis Country is a sublime section of Rocky Mountain wIlderness that provides some incredible opportunities for backcountry camping and overnight hiking. Situated just south of
Backpacking the Grand Canyon from rim to rim to rim is the perfect adventure to get introduced to this natural wonder of the world. We’ve put together the ultimate guide to help you make it happen.
The Big Pine Lakes are a sublime section of the Sierra Nevada moutains perfect for a weekend backpacking trip or epic day hike. This is the ultimate guide to planning and making this epic adventure happen.
Balian Beach feels like a mirage. Didn’t this Bali die long ago under a crush of Instagram swings and co-working hubs?
Backpacking the Grand Canyon from rim to rim to rim is the perfect adventure to get introduced to this natural wonder of the world. We’ve put together the ultimate guide to help you make it happen.
Incredible stories of modern Explorers stepping way off the beaten path.
From living in Zambia (in a room full of cockroaches) to trying ayahuasca in Peru, this one-of-a-kind Explorer is constantly challenging her perspective on the road.
With a tireless desire for the reckless and romantic, this 28-year-old journalist has travelled to some of the most misunderstood places around our globe.
After 8,000 km on a motorbike, Arianna Meschia has more than a few incredible stories to share about Eastern Africa… and two burnt knees to boot.
Educational insight, packing tips, and gear advice to improve your next adventure.
What is the best backpack for Peru? Should you take a hiking backpack or will a travel backpack work better? Read this post before you decide.
Don’t mess up packing for the West Coast Trail like I did. Learn from my mistakes with this ultimate guide to packing for the West Coast Trail!.
Thailand is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Here is a comprehensive breakdown of key tourism stats in Thailand.
