The Caminito del Rey is one of the most thrilling walks in Spain. This one-way route winds through the dramatic Gaitanes Gorge, following cliff-hugging boardwalks, forest trails, tunnels, and suspension bridges high above the canyon floor. The scenery is spectacular, but for many people, the big question is whether those narrow walkways and dizzying heights […]
Ponta da Piedade is one of the most spectacular places to visit in the Algarve, Portugal, a rocky headland of golden sea pillars, arches, and hidden beaches that you can explore either on foot or by boat. A network of boardwalk trails runs from Praia Dona Ana out to the tip of the point, with […]
Within New Hampshire’s White Mountains National Forest lies Franconia Notch State Park. This park sits on one end of the popular Kancamagus Highway and it is near some of New Hampshire’s tallest peaks, making it a prime destination to explore. With forested ridges to climb, gorges to wander, lakes to play in, and signs for […]
This Tasman Valley Hiking Guide covers the various walking tracks in the Tasman Valley section of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park. These trails lead to Tasman Glacier View, Blue Lakes, Tasman Lake, and the Tasman River. You could easily spend several hours walking all of these tracks, but are all of the tracks worth […]
The Franconia Ridge Loop is one of the most beautiful, yet challenging, hikes in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Hikers will traverse the National Forest’s second highest range of peaks and reach the summit of three mountains. A long stretch of the hike is above the treeline, offering beautiful views over the park’s expanse of forested […]
Walking the Wentworth Falls Track for views of Wentworth Falls is one of the best things to do in the Blue Mountains. This short walk takes you to several viewpoints of the waterfall. For those who want to go farther, you can turn this walk into a very rewarding loop. In this guide, we lay […]
The Grand Canyon Track is a scenic journey that takes you through a diverse landscape, with lush rainforests, a waterfall you can walk behind, rugged rock ledges and dramatic overhangs, and fern-lined creeks with moss covered stepping stones. The trail also takes you to a viewpoint at the top of the canyon walls with a […]
With sandstone cliffs, hiking trails that lead to towering waterfalls and viewpoints, cable car and gondola rides, and views of unique rock formations, the Blue Mountains are a joy to explore. In this guide, learn about the best things to do in the Blue Mountains with tips to help you plan your visit. Best Things […]
Stretching along the coastline of the Algarve is one of the most beautiful walks in Portugal, the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail. On this hike, you will gaze across some of the most picturesque beaches in Europe, peer into Benagil Cave, and be treated to an endless number of jaw-dropping views of the Algarve. We hiked […]
The Diamond Lake and Rocky Mountain Track is a 7.3 km (4.5-mile) moderate trail with 520 meters of ascent, offering views of Diamond Lake and Lake Wanaka. There are several routes and in this guide, we cover which one is best, based on your time, interests, and hiking ability. A visit to New Zealand would be […]
Discover the best things to do in Wanaka, from top hikes like Roy’s Peak and Diamond Lake to unique activities such as lavender farms, via ferratas, and enjoying freshly baked cookies at Cinema Paradiso. See the highlights in one busy day, but stay longer to experience all that Wanaka has to offer. Wanaka is one […]
The iconic Routeburn Track is a 33 km (20 mile) alpine track on New Zealand’s South Island runs from The Divide in Fiordland National Park to Routeburn Shelter in Mount Aspiring National Park. It is typically done as a 2 to 3 day trek, but if you’re fit and fast, you can do it in […]
The Mount ‘Alava hike is one of the most adventure-filled trails featured in the National Park of American Samoa. You’ll find a path less wandered by your average visitor as you hike along one of American Samoa’s many ridgelines. Be prepared for a trek through the jungle and incredible views out over Pago Pago Harbor […]
In this guide, we provide a step-by-step trail guide for the Mount Batur sunrise hike, with maps, photos along the trail, plus important planning information, including how to get there and recommended tour companies. Hiking to the summit of a volcano for sunrise views of the island is one of the most memorable experiences you […]
The Grand Balcon Nord is one of the best hikes in Chamonix. This trail runs above the valley, offering sweeping views of Mont Blanc at one end and Mer de Glace, France’s largest glacier, at the other. Tim, Tyler, Kara, and I hiked it in July as part of a five-day visit to Chamonix before […]
The Matterhorn Glacier Trail is one of the easiest and most scenic hikes to do in Zermatt. This point-to-point trail weaves its way between alpine lakes and along the way you get up close views of the Matterhorn. Since it is done one-way and is a mostly downhill hike, this is a great trail for […]
The hike to Argentière Glacier is one of the best day hikes near Chamonix, with trails leading to multiple viewpoints of the glacier at different elevations. Depending on how you access the mountain, this can be either a moderate out-and-back of about 4.7 km or a challenging full-day loop of 14 km with over 1,100 […]
There are many fantastic cable car rides in the Dolomites. Most visitors head straight to Seceda or Marmolada and miss this. Cima Tofana delivers jaw-dropping views with a fraction of the crowds, plus you have the option to add on a very short but thrilling hike. We rode the Freccia nel Cielo cable car to […]