Covering some 10% of Costa Rican territory, the country’s national parks protect a stunning array of landscapes – wetlands and forests, caves and volcanoes, and habitats for creatures galore. This […]

Savannah for newcomers
There are few cities in the USA that are as beautiful as Savannah. When most people think of the South, they think of moonlight and magnolias – but in this […]

Five hiking trails in North Georgia
Georgia is one of the finer states in the South for a good hike. A wide swathe of the Appalachians forms a rocky band across the north of the state. […]

The power of Iceland’s nature
Iceland’s geological wonders are well known and well visited: waterfalls, mountains, fjords – it’s like the country is nature’s playground. But the fact that this geology helps Iceland produce virtually all […]

A first-time guide to Lebanon
For a country its small size, Lebanon has a staggering number of diversions to keep visitors entertained. Ancient history enthusiasts will be exhausted by the end of their trip: you […]

Travel gear reviews: kit for high-altitude trekking
Whether tackling a mighty peak or traversing lofty passes, high-altitude trekking offers a chance to escape the hectic modern world, push personal boundaries and discover some literally breathtaking landscapes. But […]

Jordan for two: romantic things to do with the one you love
Jordan might not immediately strike travellers as a hotspot for a romantic getaway, but it should. The warm hospitality, exquisite sunsets, endless outdoor adventures and otherworldly landscapes create a magical […]

Crocodile encounters in Australia’s Northern Territory
The closest living relative to the dinosaur, with a bite force thought to rival that of a T.Rex, saltwater crocodiles are the ultimate apex predators. With more than 100,000 of […]

Bayous, boardwalks & birding: get outdoors in Louisiana
Louisiana has a deep connection to the outdoors in all of its incarnations: land, water and the median space where those two elements combine. That hybrid space covers much of […]

The Huayhuash trek: a high-elevation Eden
More demanding than southern Peru’s Inca Trail and lesser known than neighboring Cordillera Blanca, the Cordillera Huayhuash suits most better as a postcard image than pursuable feat. From extreme altitudes […]