The New York Times – Travel:
Emboldened by the lapse in government funding and employee furloughs, some visitors are brazenly betting that they won’t get caught for breaking the law.
Category: Mountaineering
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With ‘States of Elevation,’ Kilian Jornet Aims to Climb the ‘14er’ Mountains. In a Month.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
On his “States of Elevation” project, Kilian Jornet intends to summit the 60-plus so-called 14ers in the contiguous United States, connecting each by bike or foot.
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With ‘States of Elevation,’ Kilian Jornet Aims to Climb the ‘14er’ Mountains. In a Month.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
On his “States of Elevation” project, Kilian Jornet intends to summit the 60-plus so-called 14ers in the contiguous United States, connecting each by bike or foot.
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How to Avoid and Reduce the Symptoms of Altitude Sickness
The New York Times – Travel:
Headaches, nausea and insomnia can spoil a ski trip or trek, and in extreme cases, the thin air can even be dangerous. Here’s how you can reduce symptoms, and what warning signs to watch for.
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The Challenge of Hiking Up Mount Whitney in California
The New York Times – Travel:
Last July, a recently divorced writer who had found solace in hiking took on a towering challenge: Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48 states.
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Isabella de la Houssaye, Athlete Who Endured Against the Odds, Dies at 59
The New York Times – Travel:
After being diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer, she continued to go on extreme adventures with her children, including an ascent of the tallest mountain in the Americas.
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Weddings at the Edge of the World: on Mount Everest, the Rockies and in the Cozumel Channel.
The New York Times – Travel:
How far would you go for your wedding? These adventurous couples trekked to Mount Everest base camp, skied down the Rockies and swam in the Cozumel Channel to say “I do.”
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Nepal Will Ban Solo Hiking in Its National Parks
The New York Times – Travel:
The move, which the country’s tourism board said would improve safety, follows an earlier ban on climbing alone in Nepal’s mountains.
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A Race Up the World’s Tallest Mountains, and for Gender Equality
The New York Times – Sports:
Kristin Harila, a novice explorer, is looking to summit the world’s highest peaks in less than 6 months. Paperwork got in the way in her first attempt.