I’m putt-putting my way along the waters of the Madu River in Sri Lanka, when local boatman Manis points out the highlighter-bright birdlife in the trees. The riverbanks are thick with foliage of […]
10 tips for planning a family safari holiday
From an early age children are often enthralled by the natural world, and the chance to see those animals they’ve learnt about live in their natural habitat can be an […]
Kansas City vs. San Francisco: which Super Bowl city is the better destination?
This year’s Super Bowl matchup between the AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs and NFC champion San Francisco 49ers could be a high-scoring affair, with two potent offenses taking the field. […]
Canoe Canada’s wilderness on these iconic waterways
Canada is synonymous with canoeing. The country’s waterways were initially navigated in open boats by First Nations people. Later, European settlers used them as avenues of discovery and then trade […]
The best new outdoor gear for your adventures in 2020
New year, new gear. As 2020 begins, we look forward to another 12 months of travel and adventure. Whether it’s a weekend in the city or a month in the […]
Why the Westfjords are the place to escape the crowds in Iceland
The impact of tourism in Iceland has been widely documented, from a Justin Bieber music video closing a canyon to rules being introduced to improve the behaviour of campers. But […]
How to be sustainable on your hiking trip
Many of us who enjoy the trail life want to advocate for Mother Nature and environmental conservation – so what are the best ways to be sustainable on a hike, […]
How to find – and survive – a holiday romance
When you go on a solo adventure, you learn to expect the unexpected… but travelers rarely anticipate the unexpected could be a holiday or travel romance. It has happened to me several times, […]
What is backpacking? The eternal travel debate
Backpacking isn’t a new concept, but it is one with varied connotations. It can refer to low-budget globetrotting with little more than a passport, ticket stubs, and a little fear […]
Epic golf vacations for 2020
Extinct volcanoes, sweeping glaciers, Big Five sightings and moon landing myths — who said golf was boring? Here’s our guide to the very best golfing holidays, courses and places to visit […]