The Galapagos Islands offer a rare peek at what the world might look like devoid of human interference. Known for their role in Darwin’s theory of evolution, the islands were […]
From Loch Ness to a real-life Atlantis, these places are straight out of mythology
Ever wondered what it would be like to visit a real-life Atlantis? Or to scan the murky depths of a lake for a larger-than-life monster? Turns out, you can. Whether […]
Could Uzbekistan become Central Asia’s first Shangri-La for skiers and snowboarders?
In a must-read consent form titled ‘Safety Instructions for Organised Tour Groups Under Heli-Ski Programme’, specialist operator Asia Adventures lists 60 clauses and sub-clauses that’d make anyone think twice before […]
How adorable rabbits took over this small Canadian town
When exiting Hwy 1 into Canmore, Alberta, you might notice a striking amount of little furry brown and black blobs decorating the grassy railroad tracks and parking lots. The bustling mountain […]
Exploring Punta Gallinas, Colombia’s untouched Caribbean desert
An arduous two-day journey into the desert of La Guajira will take you deep into the unknown, into the remote territory that characterizes Colombia’s remote northern coastline. Silent stretches of sand […]
7 easy ways to go off-grid when it’s time to travel
It’s been a rough couple of months. With escalating fears concerning the global spread of COVID-19, there’s a high probability you’re feeling more stressed than a blind surgeon in a […]
Should you visit the national parks during the coronavirus pandemic?
At a time when many of us are isolated in our homes and encouraged to stay more than 6ft away from others when we do go outside, it’s tempting to […]
The best wild swimming spots in New Zealand
The pleasure of swimming in peace in wild settings could be one of the most human exercises we can undertake. For those of you in New Zealand, you are in a country […]
An insider’s guide to Australia’s Mornington Peninsula
Australia isn’t short of beaches, wildlife or fine wine, but it’s rare to find all three in the same region. Enter: the Mornington Peninsula, just 50km from Melbourne, where you can […]
Copenhagen aims to be carbon-neutral by 2025 – here’s what that means for travellers
Way back in 2011, Copenhagen City Council made an enlightened decision – to be the world’s first carbon-neutral capital city by 2025. Here’s what travellers need to know, and how visitors […]