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HF Holidays offer guided and self-guided holidays in the UK and abroad

Article · 12 Aug 2025

Walking together: a conversation with HF Holidays

We caught up with Hannah Myers from HF Holidays to talk about their century-long passion for connecting people with the outdoors. From welcoming first-time walkers to leading...

The Annapurna region is the most popular trekking area in Nepal

Article · 24 Jul 2025

Trekking the Annapurna: everything you need to know

The Annapurna region, a jewel of the Himalayas, offers one of the most captivating trekking experiences on Earth. Unlike a solitary peak, the Annapurnas form a sprawling massif...

Trekking in the Himalaya

Article · 23 Jul 2025

A guide to trekking in the Himalayas: Everest, K2 and the Annapurna

The Himalayas stretch for approximately 2400 kilometres between the Indian subcontinent and the Tibetan plateau. With such great magnitude and much to consider, including altitude...

Dartmoor Way

Feature · 1 May 2025

Hiking trails accessible by public transport - everything you need to know

Thru-hikes can be especially difficult to plan due to the logistics of getting to the start point and then back from the endpoint, especially when travelling solo by car. However,...

The Hong Kong Trail is easily accessible via public transport

Article · 28 Apr 2025

International trails easily accessible by public transport

Exploring the world’s great hiking trails doesn’t have to mean hiring private shuttles or organising complicated transfers. In this guide, we’ve picked international trails...

Morocco's Atlas Mountains

Article · 20 Mar 2025

Mountains of contrast: exploring Toubkal and the Atlas Mountains

Just a short flight from Europe, Morocco’s Atlas Mountains offer an experience unlike any other—where soaring peaks meet centuries-old traditions, and the vibrant energy of...

Descending Toubkal's ridge back towards Tizi n’Toubkal

Article · 13 Feb 2025

Hiking in Toubkal National Park: everything you need to know

Toubkal National Park, in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, is a must-visit for hikers, with the famous Mount Toubkal summit as the main highlight. In this article, we take a look...

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Article · 12 Feb 2025

Discover the PCT: one of the world’s most iconic long-distance hiking trails

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) offers a 2,650-mile journey through some of North America's most stunning landscapes, with challenges and rewards at every turn. If you plan to...

The PCT is a breathtaking American National Scenic Trail

Article · 6 Feb 2025

An introduction to hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is one of the most iconic long-distance hiking trails in the world, stretching 2,650 miles from the Mexican border in California to the Canadian...

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Article · 4 Feb 2025

PCT experience: what it’s like to hike the Pacific Crest Trail

We sat down with David Jordan to chat about his experience hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, one of the most iconic long-distance hikes in the world. David shared his insights on...

Pilgrim trails

Focus · 18 Nov 2024

Pilgrim Trails - what you need to know

Historically, pilgrims walked to religious sites as part of both physical and spiritual journeys, and now, these trails have become increasingly popular with walkers who want to travel in the pilgrims' footsteps. From the beautiful towns and...

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Article · 14 Nov 2024

Gifts for every kind of hiker

Are you looking for the perfect gift for the hiker in your life? Whether it’s for Christmas, a birthday, or just because, these carefully chosen titles offer something for everyone. From honing navigation skills to discovering remote bothies,...

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Focus · 12 Sept 2024

Best challenge treks around the world

For the seasoned trekker seeking a true test of endurance, challenge treks offer a thrilling combination of stunning landscapes and demanding terrains. From the rugged ridges of the Cambrian Way in Wales to the windswept shores of John O'Groats in...

The Wombat Pool at the start of Tasmania's Overland Track

Article · 11 Sept 2023

An Introduction to Tasmania’s Overland Track

What do you picture when you think of Australia? Sunshine, beaches and a whopping big red rock? Well, there’s a lesser-known Australia, one of glacier-carved valleys, vast...

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Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills session - using a compass

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. The compass. A humble instrument that is probably in the rucksack of most outdoor adventurers, from...

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Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills sessions – using a map

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. It goes without saying, doesn’t it, that whenever you go out for a walk, ride or run, you take a...

Meindl Bhutan boots and Scarpa Terra boots

Article · 5 Nov 2022

How to choose the correct footwear

Jon Halls walks you through the process of choosing footwear for your next adventure and finding the perfect fit

A pilgrim on the Camino del Norte (Spain)

Article · 1 Oct 2022

What pilgrim trail should I do? The best pilgrimages and caminos in the world

Pilgrimages are more popular than ever, with thousands of people walking the Camino every year. The Camino Frances is a wonderful route but it's far from the only camino! Here are...

Lake Bennett

Article · 16 Jul 2022

True grit on the Chilkoot Trail

Brendan Sainsbury follows the Chilkoot Trail, an epic land route stretching for 53km from Dyea in Alaska to Lake Bennett in Canada, sometimes referred to as history’s last great adventure

Wild Photography Holidays

Article · 26 Feb 2022

How to photograph the northern lights

Seeing the northern lights can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Photographing this spectacular, natural phenomenon is difficult, but James Rushforth has this advice.