About Peaks and Packs

Slow travel, scenic trails, and nature-backed resets.

Peaks and Packs is a space for travelers who crave fresh air, quiet moments, and adventures that feel like coming home. If you find peace in the mountains, prefer the sound of trees to traffic, or you’re just looking for a slower way to see the world, you’re in good company.
I started this site to share the kinds of places and practices that help me feel more grounded. Think trail guides without the ego, town recs that lean more “calm café” than tourist trap, and gear that actually feels good to carry.

This isn’t about crossing off bucket lists or squeezing in ten cities in seven days. It’s about choosing the scenic route, traveling with intention, and finding joy in the in-between.

A woman walks through a meadow of orange wildflowers with snowcapped mountains in the background.
Ethereal mist envelops a serene coniferous forest in Bavaria creating a tranquil scene.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Nature-based trip ideas that support your nervous system
  • Gear and packing tips for light, intentional travel
  • Slow guides to scenic places — hikes, mountain towns, quiet corners
  • Points & miles hacks that actually feel doable
  • Reflections from the road — honest, imperfect, rooted

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  • Colorful wildflowers bloom in a scenic alpine meadow with mountain backdrop under a blue sky.
  • Breathtaking view of the Swiss Alps reflecting in a tranquil lake near Sachseln.
  • Open book placed on a vibrant green grass field with clover leaves and small flowers.
  • Cozy campfire against a mountain backdrop at twilight in Valea Drăganului, Romania.
  • A perfect moment of relaxation captured from a hammock by the lake during sunset.
  • A breathtaking view of a mountainous pathway surrounded by lush pine trees under a bright summer sky.
  • Hands pouring coffee into a mug in beautiful outdoor setting, inspiring adventure.

    • Where I find stillness. And what brings me back to myself.

    Not a map pin — just moments that grounded me.

    Forest air, rocky trails, a quiet place to breathe.
    That’s where I feel most at home.