The “South of France” may be a more famous region by name, but in truth the South of England is nothing to dismiss. This is a part of the country that’s home to a little bit of everything that makes England special: ancient history, nature and beaches, small towns and legitimate cities, and more. And because specific destinations are spaced …
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Top Log Cabin Hikes in the UK
Top Log Cabin Hikes in the UK You’re missing out on a lot if you’ve never been hiking through trails and forests. Hiking is one of the best ways to explore the UK as it’s brimming with breathtaking landscapes and forests that can only be reached by foot. And after a long walk, you can spend a night or two …
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What to know before travelling solo for the very first time
If you’re fed up with working the daily grind and crave adventure 24/7, it sounds like you should just quit your job, pack your bags, and buy a one-way ticket out of here! Every year, thousands of people in every corner of the earth decide that they’re going to go it alone and travel the world with just their backpack …
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Katschberg Rennweg: Health, Hikes and Alpine Family Fun
The Katschberg-Rennweg region is celebrated as an excellent region for hiking, climbing and fun family holidays. Though small, it has lots to see and do. Katschberg-Renweg: An Overview The area of Katschberg-Rennweg is situated in Carinthia, the southernmost state in Austria. It lies near the Hohe Tauern and Nockberge Mountains (in the north-west of Carinthia) and has a great location …
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Central Carinthia: Austria’s Ancient Historic Heartland
The ancient mountain terrain of Central Carinthia represents Austria at its most authentic. Off the beaten track, it’s a real hidden gem for easy hiking. Central Carinthia: An Overview Central Carinthia is situated in the heart of the Austrian state of Carinthia, amidst the Gurktal Alps. Often overlooked in favour of the more popular lakes further south (such as Lake …
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Val Gardena: Dolomite Mountain Walking and Ladin Culture
Val Gardena (Gröden) is not only in the heart of the Dolomites, but the epicentre of traditional Ladin culture. It offers excellent alpine hiking. Val Gardena: An Overview Val Gardena (Gröden) is situated in the heart of the Dolomites in north-eastern Italy, and is under an hour’s drive from the city of Bolzano (Bozen in German), which lies to the …
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Alpine Plateaus & Mountains: Seiser Alm and Schlern
Seiser Alm (Alpe di Suisi) is the largest Alpine pasture in Europe. Surrounded by the Dolomites and the Schlern, it is a beautiful location for walking. Seiser Alm & Schlern: An Overview Seiser Alm (or Alpe di Suisi, as it is known in Italian), is the largest alpine pasture in Europe. Situated in the Trentino region of northern Italy, Seiser …
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Mythical Mountains: The Peaks of Rosengarten & Latemar
Come twilight, the peaks of the Rosengarten massif glow a spectacular pink. Unsurprisingly, these stunning Dolomite peaks attract many exploring hikers! Rosengarten-Latemar: An Overview The hiking area surrounding Rosengarten and Latemar offers truly spectacular scenery. Located in the centre of Northern Italy’s Dolomites, in the Eggental Valley (Italian: Val d’Ega), the Rosengarten (‘Rose Garden’) massif and the area around Mt. …
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Cortina d’Ampezzo: A Vibrant Resort in the Dolomites
Surrounded by spectacular hiking trails and situated in the very heart of the Dolomites, vibrant Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of Europe’s best-known resorts. Cortina d’Ampezzo: An Overview The town of Cortina d’Ampezzo is located high up in the mountains in the north of the Veneto region of Northern Italy, in the eastern part of the Dolomites. The picturesque town has …
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Plan de Corones (Kronplatz): Where Austria meets Italy
Plan de Corones / Kronplatz is ideal for lovers of the outdoors. Between the Zillertal Alps (Austria) and Italy’s Dolomites, it’s mountain scenery at its best. Plan de Corones / Kronplatz: An Overview Plan de Corones (Kronplatz in German), is situated within the Pustertal Valley in South Tyrol, Northern Italy. Pustertal Valley runs from Lienz in East Tyrol (Austria), right …
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Alta Pusteria: Tre Cime / Drei Zinnen / Three Peaks
Alta Pusteria (Hochpustertal) is an outdoor-lover’s paradise. This beautiful region in the Northern Italian Dolomites, boasts three famous mountain peaks. Alta Pusteria (Hochpustertal): An Overview Alta Pusteria, or Hochpustertal, as it is known in German, is located in the eastern section of the Pustertal Valley in Northern Italy. It is situated in the midst of the Dolomites; and has the …
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Alta Badia to Monte Marmolada: The Peak of the Dolomites
The Alta Badia region in South Tyrol is rich in Alpine personality. Nearby lies Monte Marmolada, the highest peak and proclaimed ‘Queen’ of the Dolomites. Alta Badia: An Overview Alta Badia (Gadertal in German) is an area located in the region Trentino-Alto Adige, in Northern Italy. It is famed for its stunning natural landscapes, as it is set in the …
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