I’ve been to the Swiss Alps and the Dolomites. Here’s where you should go.

With the rise of coolcations and adventure travel, two European heavyweight mountain destinations have been dominating "best of" lists and social media inspiration. The Swiss Alps have historically been the place for outdoor mountain adventure in Europe. However, the Dolomites in Northern Italy are coming up as a more affordable alternative, with the 2026 Winter … Continue reading I’ve been to the Swiss Alps and the Dolomites. Here’s where you should go.

How to explore the Lake District by public transport

When we're adventuring in the outdoors, the default is to drive to the trailhead or crag. By and large, public transport can be unlikely or just not that frequent when it comes to rural places. However, with the Lake District being one of the most popular spots in the UK, there are ways to visit … Continue reading How to explore the Lake District by public transport

I’ve been to the Azores and Madeira. Here’s where you should go.

If you've spent any time on social media recently, you'll have seen reels and posts all about the new "Hawaii of Europe". However, I've seen both the Azores and Madeira being referred to as this, so it's difficult to know which Portuguese Atlantic island chain you should go to. Luckily, I've been to the Azores … Continue reading I’ve been to the Azores and Madeira. Here’s where you should go.

How to Explore Madeira by Public Transport

Now touted as the "Hawaii of Europe", the Portuguese island of Madeira has seen a large uptick in travelers over the past few years, especially budget-friendly explorers. Thanks to its volcanic and mountainous landscape, let's just say the roads can be a little bit sketchy to drive on if you're not used to the winding … Continue reading How to Explore Madeira by Public Transport