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Film: The Cairngorms are Calling

The Cairngorms are calling is a new mountain biking video by Chris McClean. Filmed in […]

The Unlikeliest Backpacker: What I learned while hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail

Kathryn Barnes, 36, was inspired to follow in the footsteps of Cheryl Strayed, who wrote the […]

It’s my dream job, says manager of remote Scottish hostel

I met the manager of Loch Ossian Youth Hostel on a recent trip to run […]

How to save money when booking hotels online

Many people now choose to create their own holidays, booking flights and accommodation themselves, rather […]

5 of the best cycling destinations in Europe

If you are thinking about a long-distance cycling tour in Europe, where should you go? […]

Top reasons to visit the Highlands of Scotland

Living in Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands are almost on my doorstep and I visit this […]

10 of the best train journeys in Europe

There is something very exciting about taking a train journey through a country or a […]

6 ways to stay clean while travelling

Staying clean is not always easy while travelling. You might be in a rural area […]

6 safety tips for female travellers

Whether you’re new to travelling, or you’re someone with lots of experience, staying safe when […]

The Silk Road: Preparing for the ultimate cycling challenge

The Silk Road, from Beijing to Istanbul, is a popular destination – or dream – […]

Skiing hotspot: Crans-Montana in Valais, Switzerland

Crans-Montana is a ski resort in the Valais region in Switzerland. It is renowned for […]

Where to ski tour: Crans-Montana Rando Parc, Switzerland

The Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana has created what is believed to be the world’s […]