Hiking

Dec 4, 2019 • 3 min read

Beautiful Bulgaria is bulging with adventure, be it beavering through bountiful mountains or diving below the blue waters of the Black Sea.

Nov 26, 2019 • 7 min read

Castles, climbing, cooking lessons, Roman ruins, hiking trails, handicraft workshops and more. Here’s some inspiration for a day’s escape from Amman.

Nov 19, 2019 • 8 min read

James Clark explains why the Michinoku Coastal Trail, which crosses parts of Japan scarred by the 2011 earthquake, is the best hike he’s done.

Nov 19, 2019 • 3 min read

One of the Whitsundays' greatest treasures, Australia's Hamilton Island is a haven of pure, sophisticated calm. Here's our guide to your island adventure.

Nov 6, 2019 • 4 min read

Swiss cows are integral to the making of treats like fondu, chocolate, and Swiss cheese. Here's how you can celebrate these bovine beauties on your next trip…

Oct 28, 2019 • 4 min read

Follow this weekend itinerary to sample the best of what this northern frontier city – the largest in the vast state of Alaska – has to offer.

Oct 21, 2019 • 5 min read

Italy's northeastern outpost Trieste is finally on the map, and in 2020 will be Europe’s Capital of Science. Find out why now is the time to visit Trieste.

Oct 18, 2019 • 6 min read

With its snow-clad mountains, affordable ski trails and a film festival, the rural west of Serbia is a great choice for your European winter break.

Oct 18, 2019 • 5 min read

Fiji is more than just beaches, resorts and its eponymous brand of bottled water. Here are some off-the-beach activities to get the blood flowing.

Oct 14, 2019 • 5 min read

The extensive network of hiking trails near Boulder, Colorado are stunning, but these three areas will have something for anyone new to the area.

Oct 10, 2019 • 9 min read

From mountain monasteries to rhino-filled national parks, these are the highlights of Northeast India – just make sure you get there before the crowds do.

Oct 9, 2019 • 4 min read

Enter the Land of the Thunder Dragon for a dizzying dose of precipitous adventure pursuits, whether on foot, bicycle or river raft.

Oct 8, 2019 • 7 min read

One of Japan's most remote and rewarding journeys, the Kumano Kodō weaves through the mountainous Kii Peninsula, south of Osaka.

Oct 4, 2019 • 6 min read

Their independence is growing, so when you travel with tweens and teens be sure to think outside the box. Here are our suggestions to get the plan rolling.

Oct 1, 2019 • 7 min read

The Zimbabwean town of Victoria Falls offers much more than the waterfall of the same name. Expect adrenaline, culture, wildlife and more.

Sep 26, 2019 • 5 min read

For a modern Cali adventure, you don’t need to resort to hailing countless taxis to take it all in either. Whether by foot, bike, scooter or cable car, it’s…

Sep 24, 2019 • 5 min read

A beautiful and varied natural landscape, traditional craft-making culture, and noodle specialities are just a few reasons to explore Iwate Prefecture.

Sep 12, 2019 • 6 min read

More green than black despite its name, the Black Forest is a star that just keeps on rising when it comes to eco-friendly initiatives, sustainable travel…

Sep 10, 2019 • 7 min read

We tested six camera backpacks with a focus on comfort, organization, durability and, of course, the ability to cram in as much gear as possible.

Sep 9, 2019 • 5 min read

Backpackers can often volunteer in exchange for accommodation when travelling. In this article we explore how artist Frankie Strand uses her art to fund her…

Sep 2, 2019 • 5 min read

South Korea's capital city is surrounded by mountains and coloured in with groves of trees – explore the foliage on our favourite autumn walks in Seoul.

Aug 29, 2019 • 7 min read

Malawi may be associated with its beach towns, desert islands, likeable people and safaris, but its mountain environments can no longer be overlooked.