Near the northern border of California, straddling an ancient redwood forest and the wild and windswept Pacific coast, Humboldt County is one of the most uniquely beautiful places in the […]
Spain’s 10 natural wonders
Spain itself is a natural wonder. The Pyrenees and Picos de Europa are as beautiful as any mountain range on the continent, while the snowcapped Sierra Nevada rises up improbably […]
The 12 best secluded cabins to rent on the West Coast
Between the iconic California shoreline and the old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest, America’s left coast is home to an array of diverse ecosystems, offering solitude-seeking travelers room to breathe without […]
The coziest UK camping and glamping sites to stay at this winter
There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad company. And that’s what makes winter camping in the UK such a wholesome joy: the companionship during a retreat into nature; […]
The ultimate Baja California road trip guide
Baja California evokes a rugged, wild west kind of adventure. Stretching some 760 miles south from the US border, this Mexican peninsula is a land of compelling contrasts — a […]
Travel Throwback: Svalbard’s call of the Arctic
With so much of the world inaccessible right now, we’re taking a look through our archive of travel writing to revisit our past trips and to look at how Lonely […]
Slow down, take it easy – exploring a simpler way of life in the historic villages of Korea’s Gyeongbuk region
Many times, when we travel, not only do we pack for the trip, but we also pack a long checklist of things to do and see once we get to […]
The 9 best winter experiences in Alberta
We’ve all seen the Instagram photos – turquoise colors of Lake Louise, vibrant Banff National Park hiking trails, and waterfalls aplenty. But what happens when the snow flies and it […]
A practical guide to trekking California’s John Muir Trail
You rub your eyes to make sure it’s real – a 360-degree view from atop the highest peak in the continental US across a sea of granite and snowcapped peaks. […]
He launched the #vanlife frenzy – now he’s swapped it for an off-grid cabin
Warning! This article will make you want to quit your job, delete social media and buy land in the mountains. Other side effects may include: building your own home or […]