There are few better ways into a place’s soul than through its sports teams. Step into the feverish atmosphere of a stadium or arena mid-match and you’ll find locals who […]
Ditch the Rainbow Mountain crowds on this Peruvian hike
When you think of Peru, chances are, Machu Picchu instantly comes to mind. Or maybe the Sacred Valley. Or perhaps Rainbow Mountain. These awe-inspiring sites are all worth visiting, no […]
Surf’s up at these beginner spots around the world
If learning to surf has been on your to-do list for a while, the good news is: it’s never too late. You can pick up this sport at any age. […]
Why Sweden should be your next safari holiday
So you’ve watched elephants lumber across the dusty plains of the Serengeti, and spotted Bengal tigers lapping from waterholes deep in the jungles of India. Maybe you’ve viewed polar bears […]
Where the wild things are: tracking Guyana’s iconic wildlife
Sleepy Guyana, sandwiched between Venezuela and Suriname and cradled by the Brazilian Amazon, might just be South America’s best-kept wildlife-watching secret. One of the world’s most densely forested nations, this former […]
Wild weddings: where to get married outdoors in the UK
Want to get wed under wide open skies, or say ‘I do’ with sandy toes? Outdoor humanist, civil or religious ceremonies are legal in Scotland and Northern Ireland, but in […]
Newfoundland’s Long Range Traverse is a thrilling hike, scramble, and slide
Passing between dramatic, 1000ft granite cliffs, deep inside glacier-carved gorges, around thundering waterfalls and through the lush, indigenous forests of Newfoundland, the Long Range Traverse is one of the hardest and most remote hiking trails […]
How to choose a Rocky Mountaineer train experience
The Rocky Mountaineer passenger train has three main rail routes through Western Canada and two different service levels from which to choose, each with their own stunning views of the […]
How to rent outdoor gear when traveling
Traveling for outdoor activities is a double-whammy of thrill, combining the newness of a place with the energy of your favorite activity, or maybe the stoke of trying something new. […]
How to survive a summer in a caravan with young kids and live to tell the tale
It took me years to convince my husband that we should pack up our house, spend our savings on a caravan, take our young kids out of school and travel […]