Wild swimming and cold water swimming are growing in popularity with more people getting outdoors and immersing themselves in nature. The truth is, all you really need to take a cold water dip is yourself and your swimming gear. However, if you plan to wild swim regularly then you can start to invest in some …
The Brenta group is one of the nine major mountain systems within the Dolomites region in northern Italy, and it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site which covers the area. Since it is the only Dolomites group to be located to the West of the Adige River, it’s often overlooked by travellers and …
Picos de Europa, otherwise known as the “peaks of Europe” is heaven for hikers. It encompasses a range of mountains in Northern Spain which stretch across three of the country’s provinces – Cantabria, Asturias and Leon. The national park itself is absolutely stunning, renowned for its towering limestone mountains, green pastures, charming villages and deep …
Amsterdam is one of my favourite cities in the world, it is the perfect balance of history, culture, architectural beauty and just top notch vibes. Being a Dutchie myself, I have visited on numerous occasions which means I have had the opportunity to tick off the most popular tourist attractions in the past, and can …
You’ve probably heard about the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site based around five pastel coloured towns perched on the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Northern Italy. The best way to explore this area is on foot, with a series of hiking trails not only connecting the famous five, but a whole host of …
When you think about hiking in Europe, destinations such as Switzerland, France, Italy and Norway probably come to mind. While these countries are absolutely stunning and are home to incredible hiking trails, there are numerous other lesser known spots which I think are worthy of your attention. Countries like Slovenia and Slovakia have towering mountains, …
Mallorca, another destination which I have to admit I have wrongly dismissed in the past. I always assumed that it was an island where you sunbathed all day and partied all night. Little did I know that it is home to the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With dramatic peaks and …
Surrey is a beautiful county, jam-packed with quaint villages, rolling landscapes and stunning viewpoints. Since I moved here a couple of years ago, I have taken great pleasure in spending my weekends exploring my new home county and discovering my personal favourite pubs, walks and wild swimming spots. So whether you’re a fellow Surrey dweller, …
Snowdonia is one of the most stunning regions in the UK. It’s home to towering mountains, scenic lakes, dense forests and tumbling waterfalls so there’s plenty for any keen outdosor lover to sink their teeth into. I recently visited with my parents for an active weekend, with a focus on easy-to-access hikes and strolls that …
The Cotswolds is an English area of outstanding natural beauty which covers almost 800 square miles. It spans 5 counties so it is safe to say there is a lot to explore! It is best known for its honey coloured villages, rolling hills, market towns and country houses; and is the perfect place to slow …
