Sustainable Tourism in Yoga Retreats: Ethics, Impact & Transformation Choosing a yoga retreat that truly believes in sustainable tourism means traveling with intention, not just leaving footprints but leaving the place you visited better. At Bigger Life Adventures, we believe alcohol free retreats, cleansing yoga retreats, vegan yoga retreats, and
Sak Yant in Thailand – Our second trip to the tattoo monks. Carrie and I have spent a lot of time traveling. We always look for meaningful, cultural experiences wherever we go, things we can share with people on our Thailand yoga retreats. There’s not much that can top our
2023 recap and onwards to 2024! Here I am, up before the sun on January 2 (is it possible I’m STILL jet-lagged post-Thailand?) and finally feeling ready to write a 2023 recap along with some updates for you all as we move forward intp 2024! In fact, getting back to
Why Alcohol Free Yoga Retreats Are Growing & Who They’re For In a world where alcohol is often positioned as the default way to relax, celebrate, cope, or connect, choosing an alcohol free yoga retreats can feel unfamiliar—or even unnecessary. For many people, the question isn’t “Do I have a
45 Miles of Self-Discovery: Backpacking Yoga Retreat on the Trans Catalina Trail Embark on a soul-stirring adventure that surpasses the ordinary—a transformative journey along the awe-inspiring Trans Catalina Trail. This backpacking yoga retreat is not just a trek; it’s a journey of self-discovery, set against the backdrop of Catalina Island’s
Escape the ordinary and step into a dreamlike week of serenity and connection with nature in Costa Rica. Discover your inner wild self during our Costa Rica Cloud Forest Retreat, set against the enchanting backdrop of Monteverde and the magic of Costa Rica’s cloud forest. A Week in the Clouds:
In the spirit of embracing the extraordinary, we invite you to embark on a transformative yoga retreat in Mexico in 2024. We will journey into the lush landscapes of Mexico for the 2024 solar eclipse. Mexico’s not only beautiful itself, but one of the best places to witness the upcoming
An Iceland Campervan Road Trip We probably would have kept putting off going to Iceland on a camper van road trip for a long time if not for our friend Jennifer. As a kindred spirit but a newbie international traveler, she bugged us just the right amount over the last
“Alternative” or eastern medicine systems often give us a way to understand the deeper threads within ourselves and the world around us and how they are woven together. Ayurveda, the “science of life,” is one way to better understand how we thrive and connect in the truest ways. Nurturing Balance:
We kicked off our blogging journey back in 2011, before YouTube was a big deal, before Instagram had influencers, and way before TikTok had us all doing dance challenges. Our travels took off soon after we met, and we’ve pretty much been on the move ever since!
Our first big adventure together? South America – for nearly eight months! The earliest posts on this site date back to the planning stages of that epic trip. Back then, we were called La Aventura Project. It wasn’t until 2018 that we rebranded into what you now know as Bigger Life Adventures, reflecting how our travels – and our lives – had grown and evolved.
We’re super proud of all the places we’ve been and the unique ways we’ve gotten there. Our goal has always been to travel as sustainably as possible, with a style that’s cheap, light, and keeps us on the road for as long as we can swing it.
Sure, we might not be the hardcore dirtbags we once were (hey, we like a little comfort now-a-days), but we’re still obsessed with travel hacking, diving into new languages and cultures, and chasing down unforgettable experiences. These days, we spend more of our time guiding others, leading tours and retreats to some of our favorite spots around the world.
Our blog is packed with stories, tips, and info from nearly 40 countries around the globe. Dive in and get inspired for your own Bigger Life Adventures!
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