Angel’s Landing is consistently cited as one of the world’s most dangerous hikes. It is not hard to see why: queues, huge drops and slippery sandstone can make for a deadly combination! Yet the popularity of this hike draws a huge number of hikers each year. Of course, most hikers survive the trail but there […]
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10 Amazing Car-free Hikes in the Yorkshire Dales!
Did you know that the Yorkshire Dales national park is easy to get to by public transport? The Settle-Carlisle railway is one of the most scenic train journeys in the UK. It also means you can go on many amazing car-free hikes in the Yorkshire Dales! Jump on the train and hop off at one […]
Exploring mysterious Rydal Cave
Drip, drop, drip, drop. Little drops of water fell silently from the damp roof into the icy pool below. No other sounds could be heard from the eerie interior of Rydal cave. Gingerly we crept over the slippery stepping stones and watched our shadows disappear as we entered the darkness. Rydal cave lies above Rydal […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Wire Pass Slot Canyon Day Hike
Forget Antelope Canyon and go to Wire Pass Canyon instead! You have probably seen beautiful images of the gorgeous slot canyon, Antelope Canyon on social media. Yet what is less publicised are the huge crowds, the steep entrance costs and the sustainability of putting so much pressure on a delicate eco system. If you are […]
Scotland’s best easy hike with epic views!
“Can you see that watch tower on the hill?!” I exclaimed excitedly at my partner as we were driving into Inveraray along the shores of Loch Fyne. Do you ever see something, in particular a summit of a nearby hill, and every bone in your body wants to visit it in that second!? Well, our […]
15 Things Nobody tells you about Death Valley
Death Valley national park is one of the planet’s most beautiful and otherworldly national parks. Yet there are many things no one tells you about Death Valley. Everyone knows that it is a desert in California yet here are 15 things I wish I had known before visiting Death Valley National Park. From the surprising […]
12 Romantic things to do in the Lake District for adventurous couples
The Lake District is a very romantic place in the north of England. Outdoor lovers will be spoilt for choice for things to do. For adventurous couples there are plenty of romantic things to do during your trip to the national park. From enjoying the very best of the activities in the fells to watching […]
Everything you need to know about visiting the mysterious Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle is an epic Neolithic monument in the Lake District national park. Its picturesque setting amongst the northern fells make the stone circle one of the most magical stone circles in England. Every year thousands of tourists travel to Castlerigg stone Circle. This is the ultimate guide to visiting Castlerigg Stone Circle to […]
Spectacular Places in the Yorkshire Dales
Looking for inspiration for your next hike in the Yorkshire Dales? There are so many fantastic natural spots to discover in the Yorkshire Dales National Park! Whether you are looking for your next peak to climb, a cave to crawl into or a beautiful view point – allow this Yorkshire Dales natural bucket list to […]
The Secret Via Ferrata in Ronda
“Careful on that one,” my partner shouts from far below “it’s quite wobbly”. Gingerly, I put one foot on the ‘wobbly’ step. I dare not put my whole-body weight onto the creaking metal step sticking out of the crumbling cliff. Looking down, I saw how far I would fall if this old step was to […]