Author name: Wes Mergard

Over the last 10+ years I've visited over 25 countries and now I've decided to share my passion and expertise for travel. Since launching the Travel With Wes travel blog I now write detailed travel guides that highlight photography from the places I've visited. It's my goal to inspire your future travel plans while helping you become a better traveler in the process!

a man standing on a rock in front of a lake
Italian Dolomites Travel Guides, Italy Travel Guides

An Afternoon at Lago di Braies Italy (Pragser Wildsee)

If you’re looking for places to add to your Dolomites itinerary you should consider spending an afternoon at Lago di Braies Italy. Also known as Pragser Wildsee in German, this alpine lake is known for its pristine turquoise waters and incredible mountain backdrops. In this post I’m going to tell you everything you need to know when considering a trip to Lago di Braies.

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Arizona Travel Guides, Sedona Travel Guides

Hiking the Seven Sacred Pools to Soldier Pass Trail in Sedona

Although Devil’s Bridge takes the cake as my top hike in Sedona, hiking the Seven Sacred Pools to Soldier Pass Trail is a very close second place. In this post I’m going to cover everything you should know before hiking from the Seven Sacred Pools to Soldier Pass during your trip to Sedona. I’ll cover useful tips like when to arrive at the trailhead and where to look for the Devil’s Kitchen Sinkhole along the way!

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Stockholm Travel Guides, Sweden Travel Guides

Things to do in Stockholm Sweden (Plus Useful Travel Tips)

There are so many great things to do in Stockholm Sweden. Stockholm, the country’s capital, is located on the eastern coast of Sweden along the Baltic Sea. Perhaps best known for meatballs, stylish yet inexpensive furniture and their love of house music, Sweden is a country that offers travelers a unique peek into Scandinavian culture.

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Arizona Travel Guides, Sedona Travel Guides

Hiking The West Fork Oak Creek Trailhead (One of Sedona’s Best Hikes)

No trip to Sedona (or Flagstaff for that matter) is complete without a stop at the beautiful West Fork Oak Creek Trailhead in Sedona. The trailhead is easily accessible from the main road 89A that connects Sedona to Flagstaff, Arizona. In this post I’m going to cover a bunch of useful information you should know before hiking the West Fork Trail.

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Guatemala Travel Guides, Lake Atitlan Travel Guides

An Honest Review of La Casa Del Mundo Lake Atitlan Guatemala

If you’re heading to Lake Atitlan, Guatemala and you haven’t heard of La Casa Del Mundo it’s time to become educated on this picturesque hillside hotel. In this post we’ll go over everything you’ll want to know before visiting Casa Del Mundo in the Lake Atitlan region of Guatemala. Along the way I’ll go over some highlights from my stay and share with you some of the views we were able to enjoy during our stay.

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a lake surrounded by trees and mountains
Colorado Travel Guides, Rocky Mountain National Park Travel Guides

Visiting the Bear Lake Trailhead in Colorado, Rocky Mountain National Park

Not only is Bear Lake incredibly beautiful, but it’s also one of the most accessible lakes in Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park. After a drive along the Bear Lake road corridor visitors will reach the Bear Lake parking lot which sits steps from the lake.

In this post we’re going to discuss everything you need to know when visiting Bear Lake, one of Rocky Mountain’s most popular attractions.

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Colorado Travel Guides, Rocky Mountain National Park Travel Guides

Tundra Communities Trailhead Rocky Mountain National Park

A quick hike from the Tundra Communities trailhead is the perfect activity after a short break at the nearby Alpine Visitor center during your visit to Rocky Mountain National Park.The trailhead starts you off at just over 12,000 feet (nearly 3,700 meters) and has minimal elevation gain. At about 1.0 mile roundtrip it welcomes visitors of all ages and ability levels.

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