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!

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Italian Dolomites Travel Guides, Italy Travel Guides

Tre Cime di Lavaredo Hike Tips to Know Before You Go

When it comes to bucket list worthy outdoor adventures, the Tre Cime di Lavaredo hike in the Italian Dolomites should be on every travelers hit list. In this post I’m going to cover everything you should know when completing the Tre Cime di Lavaredo hike, including a few things to be especially careful of if you’re attempting the hike during shoulder season.

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Glacier National Park Travel Guides, Montana Travel Guides

Best Things to do in Glacier National Park

Known for some of the best hiking and most scenic drives in the United States, in this post I’m going to cover the best things to do in Glacier National Park. If you’re planning a trip to Glacier National Park let this post serve as your guide to planning your itinerary. I’ve spent countless hours researching, planning and experiencing the park firsthand and this is a curated list of my favorite activities that I experienced.

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Glacier National Park Travel Guides, Montana Travel Guides

Is Driving on Going to the Sun Road Scary?

If you’re planning your first trip to Glacier National Park you might be asking yourself, is driving on Going to the Sun Road scary? In this guide I’ll help visitors understand what to expect when driving along Going to the Sun Road (GTTSR) and provide insight as to whether or not they have anything to be afraid of!

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Colorado Travel Guides, Rocky Mountain National Park Travel Guides

Emerald Lake Colorado at Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado offers over 350 miles (560+ kilometers) of hiking trails including the stunning Emerald Lake Trail. Given that, it’s no secret that this is one of the US National Park system’s most popular destinations for outdoor lovers. In this post I’ll cover everything to know before attempting this marquee hike!

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Glacier National Park Travel Guides, Montana Travel Guides

Hike to a Waterfall at Redrock Falls Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is known for turquoise lakes and stunning mountain views, but a hike to Redrock Falls offers visitors a chance to get up close with one of the parks waterfalls. In this post I’m going to cover what to expect on a hike to Redrock Falls. I’ll also cover the best place to swim along the way along with a known hotspot for moose sightings in the park.

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