Articles Tagged with Hiking
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Discover the Cultural Riches and Balkan Beauty of Serbia, Albania and North Macedonia
Nestled in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula, Serbia, Albania and North Macedonia are three of Europe’s most precious hidden gems. Serbia is dominated by its pulsating capital Belgrade, beyond which monastery-dotted mountains offer a…
How to Travel Better
Walking Holidays — 3 Stunning Adventure Routes that Regenerate Global Communities
Active, local, regenerative — there are many boxes that walking holidays tick, and it’s why there’s a growing interest in them the world over. Spread over days, spanning the length and breadth of countries, walking…
Outdoors
Find Your Ideal Hiker’s Paradise on 6 Top Trails Around the Globe
With varied landscapes, well-marked trails and some of the most stunning scenery on the planet, Europe, the Middle East and Africa are home to some of the most epic hikes in the world. Regardless of…
Viewpoints
Reigniting a Sense of Earth Stewardship — and Discovering Soliphilia — Hiking Australia’s Granite Belt
The higher I climb up the ancient granite outcrop in Girraween National Park on Queensland’s Granite Belt — with thousands of hectares of bushland sprawling beneath me and precariously balanced boulders dotted all around —…
Outdoors
Hiking to Nevis Peak Summit, the Ultimate Challenge for Island Adventurers
It’s an inevitable sight to behold. Its presence alone commands attention and admiration. On occasion it’s only partially seen and that adds to its mystery. We’re referring to the Nevis Peak, the summit of the…
Outdoors
Not Ready for Everest? Try these 5 Nepal Hiking Routes Instead
Chances are that, if you are planning a trip to Nepal, you may be considering a trek to Everest Base Camp, the base camp of the world’s highest peak. In truth — and not surprisingly…
Outdoors
6 Ways to Savor the Great Outdoors in Virginia
With some of the country’s most picturesque countryside and coastline to match, Virginia is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true. Here are six popular spots to hike, sightsee and unwind (outdoors) in the Commonwealth: 1….
Salt Lake City
Ditch the Pavement and Head Into the Wild on Salt Lake’s Biking and Hiking Trails
Endless vistas, brilliant wildflowers and alpine lakes — find it all and more hiking and biking around Salt Lake City, Utah. A gateway to spectacular natural scenery (often within city limits), Salt Lake is the…
Outdoors
Hiking in Hawaii: Traverse the Trails on Your Island Vacation
The easygoing Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail is popular with less experienced hikers. (Photo: Alamy) Most visitors think about Hawaii in terms of sun and sand. If you prefer to spend your island time doing something…
Phoenix
Lace Up Your Boots for a Phoenix-Area Hiking Adventure
In Havasu Canyon a long hike pays off with views of four vibrant blue-green waterfalls. (Photo: Alamy) Arizona is a hiker’s paradise. With stunning peaks, vibrant red rocks, dozens of trails and exquisite views, there’s…