Vancouver Island is beloved by adventure-seekers, offering something for day hikers, backpackers, bikers, kayakers and more! Eric and I loved exploring this incredible destination on foot and gathering insider knowledge to help you plan your own walking holiday. From the best base towns to day hikes and multi-day treks, this guide breaks it down for […]
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A recent conversation with my sisters unveiled a shared source of stress this month: consumerism. One sister has a teenage daughter who has recently discovered the allure of shopping. My youngest sister, with a new house, finds herself scrolling through social media, feeling pressured to fill every corner with purchases. Meanwhile, I’ve been inundated with
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I love to eat, Eric loves to cook and we both love to walk, so our perfect vacation is one where these passions seamlessly blend. Imagine savoring the flavors of a region as you explore its landscapes on foot — each step a new discovery, each meal a reflection of the culture you’ve come to experience. Whether
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I sat down with my travel mentor last week to catch up and share travel stories. Mary has decades of world travel under her belt, but this year was the first time she and her husband booked a cruise. This is worth noting because Mary is nearly 80 years old. When I was in my
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A walking holiday in Donegal offers a unique hiking experience unlike other locations in Ireland. Tucked away on the far northern shore along the Wild Atlantic Way and bordering Northern Ireland, this remote county offers challenging terrain with wild barren landscapes, hag bogs, gorgeous sandy beaches, heathered mountains and ancient forests. Gaelic culture thrives here
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The Wild Atlantic Way is no stranger to any traveler beguiled by rugged coastline and coastal villages, but for walkers seeking an escape from the tourist throngs, a hidden gem awaits: Clare Island. Nestled off the coast of County Mayo, Clare Island offers a slower pace, a chance to truly immerse yourself in the beauty
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If you’re an avid fan of walking holidays or pilgrimage walks, then you’ve probably heard of Japan’s Kumano Kodo. This network of trails winding through Japan’s sacred Kii Peninsula beckons travelers seeking a spiritual journey or a deep immersion in nature. Eric and I walked the Kumano Kodo on a 6-day self-guided tour with Oku
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Kyoto, steeped in history and brimming with serene temples, gardens and geisha districts, is a magnet for travelers worldwide. While navigating a city of 1.4 million people might seem overwhelming, it’s actually one of the easiest cities to explore (thanks to excellent public transportation). We spent 5 nights in Kyoto and were able to explore
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Austria – land of towering Alps, shimmering lakes and picture perfect villages – is a dream destination for any walking enthusiast. But amidst all this beauty, one region reigns supreme when it comes to the ultimate walking holiday destination: the Salzkammergut. If you can’t quite pronounce the word, just call it Austria’s lake region. Our
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For a country named for its mountains, it should not be surprising that Montenegro is a hiking paradise. This tiny country packs in a lot of beauty and character and it does so in ways that are unlike anywhere else. You won’t find traditional inn to inn walking holidays here, instead you’ll find rural homestays
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