Nathan Sado 
There are some places you visit once, admire, and then move on from. And then there are places you find yourself returning to again and again. For us, Shere in the Surrey Hills is definitely the latter. We’ve been fortunate enough to stay in a beautiful historic cottage right in the heart of Shere on …
I have always thought that some of the best walks aren’t necessarily found in the mountains or deep in a national park. Sometimes all you need is a dramatic stretch of coastline, a beautiful beach, and enough time to follow the path wherever it takes you. That’s exactly why I love the idea of exploring …
Bath may be famous for its Roman baths, honey-coloured Georgian terraces and elegant architecture, but some of southwest England’s loveliest walking countryside begins just beyond the city streets. The best scenic walks near Bath take you from panoramic hilltops and peaceful river valleys to ancient villages, historic aqueducts and quiet stretches of the Cotswolds. Even …
Updated October 2026: This Fit Living Lifestyle guide highlights the best walks near Edinburgh you can reach without a car, using trains, buses, trams or your own two feet. Always check current public transport times, path closures, tide times, weather and daylight before setting out. Edinburgh is one of the best cities in the UK …
Updated October 2026: This Fit Living Lifestyle guide highlights the best coastal walks in the Algarve, Portugal, with route ideas, difficulty notes, scenery, safety tips, where to base yourself and how to make each walk fit your energy level. Trail conditions, access, cliff edges, heat and signage can change, so always check local information before …
Updated October 2026: This All About Glamping guide focuses on scenic Yellowstone walks that give you fresh air, movement and huge views without turning your vacation into a full hiking trip. Always check current Yellowstone road, trail and weather conditions before heading out, stay on boardwalks and marked trails, and keep the required distance from …
Updated July 2026: This Old Robe Trail guide has been refreshed for hikers planning a short historic hike near Granite Falls, Washington. Important note: current trail guidance has changed since my original hike. Some older photos in this article show tunnel and railroad-route sections that may now be unsafe, washed out, or closed. Always follow …
Published June 2026: This guide is based on our 3 day, 2 night Ha Giang Loop tour in northern Vietnam with Bibi Ha Giang Tours, plus practical tips for travelers planning the route from Hanoi. The Ha Giang Loop was one of those trips that I knew would be beautiful before we went, but I …
Updated June 2026: This guide to the best easy hikes in Glacier National Park has been written with current 2026 park access notes, beginner-friendly trail ideas, practical planning tips, and first-person advice for choosing the right short hike in Glacier. Glacier National Park has a reputation for big mountain hikes, grizzly country, exposed passes, and …
Arizona is built for weekend road trips. One Friday afternoon can take you from city traffic to red rocks, pine forests, cactus country, old mining towns, lake views, slot canyons, or a quiet desert highway with nothing but sky ahead. This guide keeps things practical and evergreen. These Arizona road trips to take this weekend …
A good road trip is not just about getting from point A to point B. It is the coffee stop, the playlist, the weird gas station snack, the scenic detour, and the games that keep everyone laughing when the drive starts to feel long. Whether you are heading to a national park, driving to a …
Washington State has so much wilderness packed into one place: rain forests, coastline, mountains, lakes, waterfalls, desert, and evergreen foothills that start surprisingly close to Seattle. Exploring that kind of nature is one of the best things you can do for your body and mind. Hiking burns calories, builds strength, clears your head, and gives …