The best short hikes in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Not far from the sun, sand and surf of Queensland‘s Sunshine Coast, the Sunshine Coast hinterland is an idyllic escape for hikers seeking sweeping vistas and lush rainforest trails. This destination...
View ArticlePlatteklip Gorge Trail – Table Mountain (Cape Town, South Africa)
Table Mountain is probably the most recognizable landmark in all of South Africa. It is certainly the most popular attraction in Cape Town. The beautiful flat-topped Table Mountain sits in the...
View ArticleHuts with history: 10 Australian alpine huts you should visit
I love Australia’s high country huts for their incredible locations, their simple construction, their rustic feel, and the way they just seem to fit into the landscape. Even better, though, is the way...
View ArticleHiking Slieve Donard – Northern Ireland’s highest mountain
Slieve Donard is the tallest mountain in Northern Ireland and the 28th tallest mountain in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Located in County Down in Northern Ireland, Slieve Donard is a popular...
View ArticleSnobs Creek Falls (Eildon, Victoria)
Snobs Creek Falls was once referred to as “the Great Falls of Australia’s Niagara”. While that might be a bit of a stretch, they are an impressive and unexpected sight when you’re touring the mostly...
View ArticleFlights of fancy: Remote hiking trips to fly for
Hikers tend to be adventurous people, always excited to explore new places. Even better if they’re secret spots that few people have ever seen. Often the most spectacular trails are the most difficult...
View ArticleThe Best Outdoor Adventures in Yosemite National Park (California, USA)
One of the most loved (and most visited) national parks in the USA, Yosemite National Park offers visitors unlimited outdoor adventures. From rafting the Merced River to conquering the cables of Half...
View ArticleHiking Bryce Canyon: Queens Garden and Navajo Loop Trails (Utah, USA)
Bryce Canyon National Park is an incredible and underrated park, located in Utah. Its claim to fame? Hoodoos. Those tall, spindly, knobby orange rock spires, which almost entirely dominate the park’s...
View ArticleThe best beach chairs (Australia – 2023 Guide)
From Sydney’s Bondi Beach and Norman Beach at Wilsons Promontory to Cable Beach in Broome and Exmouth’s Turquoise Bay, Australians flock to the coast at every opportunity. Unsurprisingly, there’s a...
View ArticleHiking to McAfee Knob (Virginia, USA): The Ultimate Guide
McAfee Knob is in Catawba, Virginia, and sits at an elevation of 974 meters (3,197 feet). Not only does it offer sweeping panoramic views of the valley below, but it’s also the most photographed spot...
View ArticleReview: Bluetti EB3A Portable 600W Power Station
As much as I love switching off and getting away from it all, I often find myself needing to work while camping. I do have a leisure battery in my van, but since it already powers a fridge, I’m out of...
View ArticleHiking the Cliffs of Moher (County Clare, Ireland)
Ireland is known for its stunning coastline and iconic landmarks, and one of the most famous of these is the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare. I had lived in Ireland for over a year before I finally...
View ArticleSay Hello to the Bluetti AC180: The Next Must-Have Power Station for Outdoor...
Buckle up, adventurers, because Bluetti has announced that they’re releasing a new 1800W portable power station in mid-May – the AC180. As a gear junkie who’s been using the Bluetti EB3A for a couple...
View ArticleThe Samaria Gorge Hike (Crete, Greece)
The Samaria River Gorge in Crete is one of Greece’s most spectacular places. Spanning about 16 km (10.5 miles), it is the longest gorge in Europe and has been designated a national park since 1962....
View ArticleThe Israel National Trail: The Ultimate Guide to a Timeless Trek
I’ve wanted to hike the Israel National Trail (INT) ever since I befriended two Israelis in a New Zealand hostel dorm room 10 years ago. Their warm, friendly vibes and the way they spoke about their...
View ArticleReview: Bluetti PV200 200W Portable Folding Solar Panel
There are so many portable solar panels on the market these days that it can be tough to choose the right one to meet your needs. I’ve been using Bluetti’s EB3A Portable Power Station for over two...
View Article7 Essential backpacking tips For beginners
So you’ve decided you want to hike up and down some mountains and sleep in the wilderness, huh? I don’t blame you. There’s nothing quite like the anticipation of the fresh air, vast mountain ranges,...
View ArticleThe 6 best outdoor adventures in Türkiye
Uniquely sculpted by the elements over many millennia, Türkiye’s landscape is like something out of a fantasy book. Nowhere else in the world is quite like it. It isn’t surprising that parts of...
View Article5 of the best hikes near Brisbane
Brisbane has to be one of the prettiest cities in Australia – the compact CBD and Brisbane River, South Bank Parklands, the colourful West End. There’s just something about it. (As a Melbournian, I...
View ArticleBaldry’s Circuit: Discovering Greens Bush on the Mornington Peninsula
Tucked away in the Greens Bush section of Mornington Peninsula National Park, only an hour and a half from Melbourne, lies a little-known short hiking trail waiting to provide you with your nature and...
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