What to take on a multi-day trek In a few days’ time we are starting a multi-day trek on the historical Cami dels Bons Homes Trail (GR107) from Foix (France) over the Pyrenees to Berga (Catalunya). It is time to decide what to pack for this adventure. When packing for a multi-day trek you...
From charming villages with half-timbered houses, to the dramatic white cliffs of Étretat or from the picturesque harbour of Honfleur to the D-Day landing beaches there is a lot to explore in Normandy on a budget. If you don’t have unlimited time for a trip to Normandy our tips might help you to save...
Why Catalonia’s Barcelona province? Walking in Catalonia as an activity is well promoted, and active holidays are encouraged for the growing number of people who want to explore Catalonia beyond Barcelona and the Costa Brava. Some routes and areas might see a great number of hikers and recently there has been a great effort...
Why the Algarve? Portugal’s southernmost region, with its rugged coastline, hidden coves, rock fringed sandy beaches and pleasant climate, has been attracting beach-loving tourists since the late 1960s. Walking in the Algarve has become a very popular activity in recent years. Small fishing villages have gradually grown into tourist resorts. Endless summer days see...
We can plan your next walking itinerary to Catalunya! Take a look how it works! Plan my trip Not far from the Catalan capital's famous landmarks, the natural parks provide endless short and long distance trails in Barcelona province for people looking for an escape from the city life. You could follow one of...
Only about 60km from Barcelona with trickling streams and meandering trails the lush mountains of Montseny is a great place for a walk. There are trails in the Montseny crawling up to the highest mountaintops and narrow paths zigzag on the beech covered slopes. From short easy walks to longer and more demanding treks...
After many months of planning, designing and then building our Volkswagen camper, it was time to plan a campervan trip, travel and live in the van. We spent three wonderful weeks in Catalonia and we loved the `van life`. It was simple, practical but comfortable. Here are 5 tips for your campervan trip that...
End of a long wait Vincent used to work at RAC as a recovery van. He loves long drives and is always ready for a new adventure. He was a perfect match for us. Vincent’s first trip had to wait a little until most of the work was done. He only joined our household...
Last year`s cancelled trips and the uncertain start of 2021 left us longing to travel more than ever. I have found myself painfully missing everything about travelling even the things that some people wouldn`t consider as the best part of travelling. I miss everything from planning to getting on the plane and of course...
For all the well known reasons 2020 was not the best year for us but we made the most of the local trails and explored some areas that we haven`t before. The challenge Jacint wanted to finish the miserable year with a New Year’s Eve challenge. He ran the marathon distance before and he...
Road of the 52 tunnels In the afternoon clouds blanketed the mountains and the path – cut into the rocks – mysteriously disappeared in a dark tunnel. It was one of the 52 tunnels carved into the rocks. The Strada delle 52 Gallerie (Road of 52 tunnels), an impressive military mule track, was built...
Finding your Via Ferrata Encircled by beautiful mountains the lively lake shore town, Riva del Garda on the north tip of Lake Garda is a great base for an active holiday. There are plenty of trails to follow, WWI ruins to explore, and it is also the perfect place to try some Via Ferrata...
Plan your custom itinerary Mount Pandokratoras -Are you going up to the big mountain, Mount Pandokratoras – asked the young man. He was wearing shorts and a T-shirt and was holding hands with a blond girl in a white dress. They emerged from the nearby hotel and spotted us with hiking boots on and...
Plan your custom itinerary Paleokastritsa is located on the north-west coast of the mythical Greek island, Corfu. It is a perfect base to enjoy an active holiday in the sun. You can explore some extremely beautiful beaches, climb the green hills and visit ruins and monasteries. Explore the nearby beaches Corfu is well known...
The last few months was all about restrictions, and uncertainty. If you had some great travel plans to travel this summer or anytime this year, almost certainly at least half of those great plans were cancelled or postponed. By this time you might be prepared to have a last minute adventure travel this summer....
Have you ever wondered what long distance trails near Guildford you could walk? Discover something different from the local paths you usually take. We often create circular trails using bridleways and footpaths in order to be able to hike a longer section of a particular L.D. trail. Here are 5 long distance trails near...
It was only 20 mins drive from Guildford yet we have never visited this dreamy place before. Our destination for the day was the romantic ruins of Waverley Abbey. As sadly there is still no chance to have a proper adventure abroad. And with travelling restricted for day trips without overnight stay in England...
Studying the map, looking for local walks we came across an interesting trail that encircles Guildford. Walking the Fox Way, which is a 37miles /63km circular trail around Guildford – devised by Richard Fox and Win King – provided us with trails to walk for four days. The Fox Way We set a goal...
The lockdown would surely be much worse for us if we were still in a tiny flat in London or of course could be better if we lived remotely somewhere in the mountains, many kilometres from any neighbour. But we live at the edge of town and we have easy access to trails for...
Coronavirus Recently there is no escape from the unsettling news. Countries are shutting their boarders and towns are going into lock down due to the coronavirus. Panic and fear sweeps across the world and people are suffering in many ways. Not only they have to fight an invisible enemy; a new virus, but there...
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