As major world cities go, Cape Town is pretty affordable. Eating out is fairly cheap by European or North American standards, and many of the museums and smaller attractions charge […]
Arkansas for nature lovers: where to get outdoors in the Natural State
Sitting at the juncture of the South, the Midwest, and the mountainous spine of the Eastern seaboard, the state of Arkansas is an outdoor-lover’s playground. With rivers and mountains serving […]
Why Alaska continues to be the Last Frontier
Covered in impenetrable forests and lined with craggy coastlines, Alaska has achieved almost a mythic status as the Last Frontier – a land of hardy explorers and off-the-grid adventurers, raw […]
Where to escape the crowds in Eastern Europe
With its rich history, diverse landscapes and hearty food and drink, Eastern Europe is firmly on the map for more travellers than ever before. But growing popularity and improved accessibility […]
Seven reasons to visit KwaZulu-Natal
From sea to sky, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) shines like no other South African province – its 600km-long, beach-lined coast is an unparalleled playground for visitors and locals alike, as are the […]
Kyoto and more: the highlights of Japan’s Kansai region
You could cover a lot of ground on a trip to Japan, or very little, and still get to experience the best of what the country has to offer. Centrally […]
Out and about in southwest Ireland’s Reeks District
The swell and roar of tides as they crash along a white sandy beach, a scramble and final push to reach the highest point in the land, a lingering look […]
Adventures on the edge of Britain: highlights of Shetland
For remoteness and adventure in the very north of Britain, Shetland, an archipelago of islands halfway between the UK and Norway, offers all the best of Scotland but without the […]
Himachal Pradesh: adventures in India’s mountain playground
‘Run, run faster, run FASTER!’ shouted my instructor. I could feel a hint of panic rising as I pushed against the wind with all the strength I could muster. Then […]
Authentic outdoor adventures in Bosnia & Hercegovina
From the rushing rapids of the Vrbas River in the north to the epic peaks of Sutjeska National Park in the south, Bosnia and Hercegovina is a giant, natural playground […]