We often get asked to suggest easy walking holidays, which can be difficult to answer since there is no standard definition of “easy.” It depends on your physical condition and whether or not you are willing to experience some form of discomfort (physical or experiencing something outside your comfort zone). To answer this question more […]
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Hiking in Taiwan was never on our bucket list until a friend introduced us to the historic trails being developed there. Full disclosure, we haven’t been to Taiwan, but Eric’s first engineering job out of college was with a Taiwanese company so I’ve been curious about this island nation for over 20 years. In fact,
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Introducing our favorite hiking tours of California, why California makes a great walking holiday destination and what you need to know about hiking in the Sunshine State. Muir Woods is one of many California parks where you can walk amidst old growth redwoods This post covers multi-day walking tours that involve hiking each day and
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A visit to Ireland can be a deeply spiritual experience, especially for those lucky enough to walk any of Ireland’s camino walks. We’ve created a comprehensive list of pilgrim paths in Ireland, including our top choices for tour operators who cover these routes. From long-distance caminos to short easy day hikes, all the good ones
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When Eric and I chose the name Trips to Walkabout a year ago, we had no idea it would turn out to be quite so prophetic. Who would have thought that within a few months Eric would walk away from his job as a chemical engineer and I would announce my early retirement. Two perfectly
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Introducing the Faroe Islands, why they make a great walking holiday and what you’ll need to know to plan your own trip or book a hiking tour for the islands. We spent two weeks hiking and driving Faroe Islands in 2019 and it remains our most memorable trip of all time. It is simply epic.
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It’s no secret that Wales is a popular hiking destination and has been for a very long time. It’s also home to an ancient language, more castles than you could ever visit and a strong literary history. And lucky for us, there are plenty of options for walking holidays! We’re going to introduce you to:
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What is slackpacking slackpacking = hiking with a day pack instead of a full backpack Not to be confused with day hikers, slack packers actually hike to their campsite or lodging each day. Often this lodging consists of a bed, hot water showers and a hot meal. Hence the derogatory “slack.” We’ve never used this
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Some of the best inn to inn hiking in England can be found in the Yorkshire Dales and without the crowds of their more popular Lake District neighbor. The Dales have been a popular destination for walkers and hikers for many years, especially for those seeking a classic British pub-hiking, dog-friendly holiday. In this article
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Nestled in the Canadian Rockies between Revelstoke and Banff National Park sits the town of Golden, British Columbia. Golden is often overlooked by travelers rushing to get to Banff, but this hidden gem has a lot to offer. From its abundance of natural splendor and vibrant local culture, Golden is the perfect Banff alternative for
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