Alta Badia is home to picturesque towns, towering mountains and vibrant meadows. Personally, I think it is one of the best places to stay in the Dolomites for hiking. Located in the South Tyrol region, it is nestled between some of the most beautiful mountain groups – Fanes, Sella and Puez. It’s a short drive …
Monument Valley is an iconic Navajo Tribal Park located on the Utah-Arizona border. It is a stop that many people miss on their Utah road trip adventures, but I highly recommend spending one full day there (you don’t need any longer) to experience its beauty. It is home to high sandstone mesas, towering buttes and …
Our Utah road trip is one of my favourite adventures I have ever been on! Two weeks of pure natural beauty, awe-inspiring views and incredible rock formations. Driving through the “mighty five” National Parks is the by far the most awesome way to experience the very best of this diverse and beautiful state. This itinerary …
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 …
Torres Del Paine National Park, established in 1959, is one of the most famous hiking destinations on the planet. Located in Southern Patagonia, Chile, it was recently named the eighth wonder of the world. Thousands of tourists flock here every year to experience its abundance of natural beauty and unique mountainous landscape. It definitely ranks …
El Chalten is a colourful hiking village located in the Santa Cruz province of Argentina. It overlooks the northern sector of Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. It was only founded in 1985 (it is the newest town in Argentina!) and is practically purpose-built for hiking, tourism and trekkers. As a result, it has officially been named …
The Peak District is the UK’s original National Park and one of the most visited. With around 555 square miles of land and 1600 miles of rights of way to explore, it’s perfect for hiking. It is known for its rolling peaks, dramatic crags, numerous reservoirs, deep caves and varied wildlife. It is even home …
Madeira is often called the “Hawaii of Europe” and it is easy to see why. Towering mountains, dramatic coastlines, tumbling waterfalls and lush green landscapes add to the island’s charm. The destination is teeming with diversity, with palm trees by the sea, wild flowers in the canyons and pine trees on the peaks. It is …
If you’re looking for a destination that is within easy reach of the UK that combines beaches and mountains – Gran Canaria should definitely be on your list. A short 4-hour flight away, this island is a hugely diverse place to visit. When you look beyond its famous sandy shoreline, it has volcanic lava flows, …
