The Tirol Zugspitz Arena, located in the Ausserfern region in western Austria, is a stunning valley bordered on all sides by the imposing peaks…
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Exploring Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island is a large island just off the west coast of the Canadian mainland. The majestic snow-capped mountains at its core, covered with…
The hike to Baird Glacier
I hopped off the boat and landed on a bed of finely-polished stones. In the distance, I could just about make out the distinct…
Crossing the Andes from Mendoza
Crossing the Andes from Mendoza, Argentina to Valparaiso, Chile (A page from my Travel Journal). I left Mendoza (map) on Sunday morning for my…
Trekking with nomadic Berbers in Morocco
This is a guest series called “Unforgettable Travel Moments“. We all have our special travel moments: a memorable meal, meeting someone, an embarrassing faux…
Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage
“Good morning Wilderness Discoverers”! It was the first thing I heard every morning through the speakerphone in my cabin: a friendly greeting at the…
The scenic Costa Brava coastal trails
Costa Brava is a stunning coastal region in Catalonia just north of Barcelona. It stretches right up to the border with France where the…
Slovenia: castles, wine and snow
If you’re looking for a tiny destination, easy to explore, with an intriguing culture and impressive nature, have a look at Slovenia. The pearl…
Ten things to do in Asturias
Asturias is a small principality in the northwest of Spain. Squashed between the glistening peaks of the Cantabrian mountains and the Bay of Biscay,…