I had always dreamed of returning to Norway after a fleeting visit back in 2005. So, I decided to return to celebrate my birthday there, this year. Armed with eleven days off work, my plan was to take a road trip and see as much of the country as possible, focusing on their world-famous fjords and hiking trails….
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The Lake Agnes Tea House Hike in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
It was just before sunrise when we rugged up and climbed into the car in Banff to drive out towards Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. We only had a couple of days left in the Canadian Rocky Mountains and the Lake Agnes Tea House hike had been at the top of our list for the…
Five of the Best Hikes Near Wanaka, New Zealand
Wanaka is a small town an hour north of Queenstown in New Zealand that has been growing in popularity with visitors over the past few years. Nestled in the Southern Alps with the centre of town seated directly on the crystal clear waters of Lake Wanaka, it has a lot to offer visitors from world-class…
Climbing the Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
It was dark. I mean really dark. The kind of dark you only get hundreds of kilometres from civilisation. Sitting on a stump outside my tent at 4am, I squinted to focus. I hooked my shoelaces into the non-slip hooks of my hiking boots and pulled them tight around my ankles. Today, I would need…
Everything You Need to Know About Trekking to Everest Base Camp
Trekking to Everest Base Camp always seemed like one of those bucket list items that would never get crossed off. A part of me just thought it was unattainable for a ‘normal’ person. While travelling in Southeast Asia, however, I met tons of other ‘normal’ people who had made it to Base Camp, and they assured…
A Guide to Hiking in Interlaken, Switzerland
Although Zurich was my base during a recent stay in Switzerland, the efficient, clean and relatively cheap train services operating around the country made it impossible to pass up the opportunity to take a day trip to go hiking in Interlaken. Andrew Mates Interlaken, Switzerland Interlaken has long been known as the adventure capital of Europe. It…
A Hiking Bucket List for South America
For me, travelling means eating lots of healthy and unhealthy food, so finding a way to squeeze some exercise in while I am away is important. The trick is to fit it in without it feeling like you’re exercising. The easiest way to do that is to walk. It’s simple but effective. So when embarking on a…
Oia to Fira Hike: Off the Beaten Track in Santorini, Greece
When you think of the Greek Islands, you think of white-walled houses and blue tiled roofs. You think of glorious sunshine, clear sea breezes, black sand beaches and brilliant sunsets. Santorini is one of my favourite Greek Island destinations. It is famous for its house-lined cliff faces that boast some of the most magnificent views in…
HAWAII: An Oahu Adventure, Day Two
Try and get an early start on Day Two – you’ll need it to beat the crowds. Today you’re heading for Diamond Head; formed by a volcanic eruption more than 100,000 years ago. It was originally used as a strategic military outlook, but is now a popular 1.1km hiking trail with an incredible view of…
