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.
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.
There are so many incredible things to do in Vancouver! This post will help you plan an epic trip to Vancouver and pick the best things to do.
The Rockwall Trail is one of the Canadian Rockies’ premier backpacking trips. For 55km you’ll be treated to a seemingly unending supply of sublime Rocky Mountain scenery. Here’s how to make it happen with must-read tips for getting a permit and beating the crowds.
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.
Rae Lakes loop is one of the most coveted backpacking trip in SEKI National Park with a seemingly endless supply of Sierra Nevada superlatives. This guide breaks down everything you need to know to make this incredible backpacking trip happen.
Which temples do you need to see at Angkor? How many days does it take to visit them all? What’s the best way to get around? Plan your trip to the temples of Angkor with this comprehensive guide.
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.
What’s it like to walk 1,150 km across Mongolia? Caeli Barron shares her epic journey as this week’s spotlighted Explorer.
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.
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.
A travel backpack is essential for traveling in Thailand, but what features should it have? What size should it be? In this post we breakdown how to pick the best backpack for Thailand.
