If you find Sydney’s ocean surf a little intimidating or if you just want to soothe your jetlag with a few slow laps, take advantage of the city’s famous ocean […]
A guide to camping and cooking outdoors in Australia
There is nothing quite as quintessentially Australian as camping. With over 500 national parks covering a staggering 28 million hectares, camping and cooking outdoors is part of the Australian experience. […]
Discover the secret to the Lofoten Islands’ beauty (hint: it’s in the water)
With so much of the world inaccessible right now, we’re taking a look through our archive of travel writing to revisit our past trips and to look at how Lonely […]
Florida’s 7 best natural springs for year-round adventure
Ask a dozen different people what Old Florida means to them and you’ll get a dozen different answers. For some, it’s the slow pace. For others, it’s strolling among hundred-year-old […]
The world’s best outdoor pools – chosen by the man who swam them all
Cold-water swimming has hit the headlines in recent years – it boosts the immune system; builds resilience; helps with depression – but can pools also show travelers a different side to a […]
Dos and don’ts for your Everest Base Camp trek
Nepal is gearing up for another trekking season on its most famous routes. For many adventurous travelers, this means ticking Nepal’s Everest Base Camp trek off their bucket list. The […]
London’s 7 best running routes
Blessed with dozens of green spaces and waterways, including the mighty River Thames, London offers many excellent opportunities for putting those running shoes on and getting out to enjoy the […]
Hadrian’s Wall: top 6 sights along England’s most famous ruin
Where can you wander alongside the ghosts of Roman soldiers at garrison towns, ancient temples and crumbling forts? Step back in time nearly 2000 years by exploring Hadrian’s Wall and […]
Where to find cenotes – Mexico’s amazing natural swimming holes
Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula has undeniably stunning beaches around Cancún, Playa Del Carmen and Tulum. But those who wish to cool off from the sun and teeny-bikini flashiness can escape to […]
One of Africa’s most stunning destinations is open – here’s what it’s like to visit
From the relative proximity of my home in South Africa, I’ve spent the past decade touring Namibia and have always loved the sparse, beautiful landscapes. From driving 4WDs with family […]