Jordan’s new long-distance footpath offers travellers the chance to follow in the wake of prophets and shepherds on a journey that traverses lost cities, parched wadis and some of the […]
Night sky Britain: aurora-spotting and stargazing in England, Scotland and Wales
OK, yes, it can be rainy. And cloudy. And a little cold. But when you get a clear night in Britain, the evening sky is as wondrous as anywhere. For […]
Top 5 reasons to visit San Juan, Puerto Rico right now
Nearly a year after Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico, the island’s capital city of San Juan is back in action and ready for visitors. With its stunning beaches, buzzing nightlife and […]
Once upon a time in Iceland – epic adventures in the northwest
The Icelandic Sagas, epic tales of heroes and heroines, might have been written centuries ago but their legacy is alive and well today. Violence, ghosts, poetry, love triangles and family […]
48 hours in Singapore: making the most of Southeast Asia’s ultimate travel hub
Singapore may look small, and geographically speaking it is, but this tiny island city-state is jam packed with a myriad of things to do, see, buy and devour. The sleek […]
Take a hike: 5 natural escapes in Alabama
With no National Parks and only one small National Monument, Alabama’s great outdoors fly somewhat under the radar. But don’t let that mislead you – from Appalachian foothills to pine […]
Fly fishing and beyond: 8 Montana adventures
The rugged individualism and spirit of the Wild West isn’t confined to your grandparents’ black and white TV screen or dusty old history books. It’s a living, breathing way of […]
Under the radar USA: Cheyenne, Wyoming, gateway to the parks
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Wyoming’s Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks for geothermal features, rugged mountains, and abundant wildlife. Yellowstone teems with a vibrant ecosystem packed with predatory species (bears, […]
Circling the island of Hawaiʻi: a pilgrimage to Mother Nature
I was driving over Mauna Kea when the sheer size of the island that cradles it dawned on me. It was like a light bulb had illuminated just how big […]
Strangest night: weird and wonderful after-dark adventures
First out of the door, it’s often thought the early riser gets the most out of their trip – exploring a destination in full effect. As the old saying goes, […]