Ilulissat’s Yellow Trail offers a stunning hike through Arctic landscapes, with panoramic views of icebergs drifting in Disko Bay. The path winds over rugged granite, revealing towering glaciers, vibrant tundra flora, and occasional humpback whales.
We hiked the Kuannit trail at dawn. Near the end of the trail, jagged volcanic rocks created a prehistoric feel, unlike other parts of Greenland, as if stepping into the Jurassic era.
As we dined by the bay, fog rolled in, swallowing the harbor. I wandered alone into a vast, silent tundra. From the rocky shore, the colorful houses stood against the Arctic night, icebergs drifting beyond.
Crossing Disko Bay, our boat slowly navigated past icebergs of various shapes before finally arriving at Qeqertarsuaq. Tranquil and picturesque, Disko Island is a place where time seems to stand still.
On our first day in Ilulissat, we took an evening boat tour to see the icebergs. The glacier in Ilulissat moves rapidly and is the most active in iceberg calving outside of Antarctica. The massive icebergs, reaching one to two kilometers in length, take on various shapes and are truly awe-inspiring.
After a stopover in Iceland, we finally arrived in Ilulissat, located on the west side of Greenland. We were greeted by glaciers on the sea, wildflowers by the shore, and delicious food at the hotel.
Grand Junction is located at the confluence of the Colorado River and Gunnison River. In addition to the big rivers, with the great hiking trails all around and the energetic downtown, it is the best choice as the last stop of our trip to Colorado.
Grand Mesa is the largest flat-topped mountain in the world, and a great place to see the fall colors and experience all four seasons in one day.
The Million Dollar Highway, with its treacherous terrain and beautiful scenery, is known as one of the most beautiful highways in the United States. When we drove to Silverton, it was raining heavily and there were rocks rolling down the mountain. We had to be super cautious when driving, but the scenery really made the trip worthwhile.