You’ve probably heard of the Alps, but I’m guessing you’ve never heard of the Tatra Mountains. We thought it was a hidden secret in Europe, but as it turned out – not so much. This relatively small mountain range is nestled between Poland and Slovakia. It is massively loved and visited by both countries. So, …
Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, the Ak-Suu Traverse is a hidden gem for avid hikers and adventure seekers. This 110km trail, winding through the rugged Tian Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan, takes you through one of the world’s most pristine and untouched landscapes. Starting from the picturesque village of Jyrgalan and ending in Jeti-Öguz, …
With hundreds of trails weaving across mountains, gorges, beaches, and waterfalls, you’ll be spoilt for choice on Réunion Island. Unless you move to the island (why not?), you’ll only have enough time for a handful of hikes. The best way to experience Réunion is by spending several days on one of its many hiking trails. …
La Réunion is known as the “intense island” – a place for adventure lovers. For hikers, the scenic mountainous interior lined with hundreds of trails is absolute paradise. Hiking is by far the best way to get close to the dramatic ravines and massive peaks, but also to soak up the essence of the island …
Reunion is often overlooked by travellers in favour of its famous neighbour – Mauritius. While Mauritius boasts postcard perfect white sand beaches with crystal blue water, Reunion tends to be known as a hiker’s dream. But between the many mountain trails, the French island also has a handful of swim spots of its own that …
The Dolomites in north-eastern Italy are known for their stunning rock formations and crystal blue lakes. There are many ways you can experience the mountains, but one of the best is through one of the many multi day hikes. There are many official trails – Alta Via routes – ranging from 6 to 13 days …
After decades of being closed off to foreign visitors up until the 90s, Albania is increasingly becoming a coveted travel destination, right up there with the likes of Greece and Croatia, but for a fraction of the cost. People rave about the Albanian riviera which is still relatively free of the crowds you might face …
While Dublin is famous as the capital of Guinness and also as the ‘Emerald Isle’, a lesser known fun fact is that it has a number of cliffy coasts and a sizeable national park to the south. The coastal walks in Bray and Howth are two of the most popular routes for city dwellers, but …
If you ever find yourself in the Northern Hemisphere around December to February, bogged down in the winter blues, and in serious need of vitamin D, southern Spain is your answer. Specifically Andalusia. With only on average 7 days of rain in the rainiest month of December (compare that to 23 in Ireland…), it’s a …
South Africa spoiled hiking for me. There’s no better paradise for hikers than at the tip of Africa, specifically in the Western Cape. Where else in the world can you get jagged peaks, lush valleys, hidden waterfalls, refreshing swimming holes, and epic views for days? Read on for ten of my favourite hikes in the …