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Snorkeling with salmon sharks in Alaska is totally unlike any other snorkeling trip. You’re not in warm, tropical water floating over coral reefs, you’re in cold, deep water in the middle of wild, remote Alaska, watching big, fast sharks zip past you. 

These salmon sharks come into Prince William Sound in the summer to feed on salmon runs, and yeah, they kind of look like mini great whites.

Picture this: you’re bobbing in frigid, olive-green Alaskan water, about 55°F (13°C), dressed head-to-toe in a wetsuit or drysuit, mask and snorkel on, drifting right off the boat.

Below you are salmon sharks—lean, muscular, torpedo‑shaped predators, sometimes up to 8–10 feet long, circling in the shallow waters near the boat’s shadow.

But it’s not just about the sharks.

The whole setting adds to the experience, those dramatic Alaskan landscapes, the icy blue water, the silence of it all. It’s not the kind of trip where you’re guaranteed to see wildlife every second, but that’s part of what makes it feel so special when you do.

It’s raw, it’s real, and if you're into wild experiences, this one’s hard to top.

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Hiking Mt. Boby, also called Pic Boby or Imarivolanitra, meaning “close to the sky”, is one of Madagascar’s best treks.

It’s the highest mountain on the island you can climb (8,720 feet / 2,658 meters), tucked into the granite peaks and wide plateaus of Andringitra National Park. This place feels worlds away from the beaches and rainforests most people picture when they think of Madagascar.

Most people do it as a 3-day hike, starting near Ambalavao. You walk through valleys and past waterfalls, camping around 6,500 feet the first night.

The big moment is sunrise at the summit on day two—it’s a steep, rocky climb in the dark, but the views at the top are incredible if the skies are clear. You don’t need climbing gear, but you do need solid boots, layers, and a bit of stamina.

The third day takes you down through the Tsaranoro Valley where you’ll see towering cliffs, quiet villages, and maybe even some lemurs along the way.

It’s not an easy trek, but if you want raw beauty and hardly any crowds, Mt. Boby is totally worth it.

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Deep under the city of Yekaterinburg in Russia, there’s this wild place most people have never even heard of, a psychedelic salt mine that looks like something out of a dream.

Picture miles of tunnels swirling with vivid colors, blue, orange, red, yellow, all naturally formed in the rock. It’s not graffiti or paint.

These mind-bending patterns were created by minerals that settled here over 280 million years ago, back when the area was covered by an ancient sea.

The colors come from a mineral called carnallite, and when you see it streaked across the walls, it feels like stepping into some kind of underground art gallery. except it’s all natural.

These tunnels were once mined for potash, but now they’re mostly abandoned. A few brave explorers have gone in to take photos, spending hours (or even overnight) in the dark maze.

The catch? You can’t just show up and go for a tour. The mines are technically closed to the public, and getting in legally requires a hard-to-get government permit. Plus, it’s not exactly safe.

There are dangerous gases, unstable tunnels, and it’s pitch black without your own light. Still, for anyone obsessed with hidden worlds and weird natural wonders, this place is a total gem. Just be warned, it’s not for the casual tourist.

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Diving: The magic of Hawaii’s night dives

Animal behavior: This leopard stands on 2 legs

Unique Experiences: Sunrise skydive from a hot air balloon

Wildlife Encounters: Snowy owls of Logan Airport

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Until next time…

Keep exploring,

-Amanda

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