Trekking Mount Kenya – my mountain diary
Last Autumn I went on an epic walk with Exodus to the summit of Mount Kenya. It took five days to reach the top, where…
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High altitude mountain adventures to challenge you
Ready to get high? A high-altitude mountain trek makes for the ultimate adventurous challenge. Multi-day hill hikes can be physically tough, but they always come…
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Adventures in Kenya
More of my explorations in the Kenyan highlands, including the most beautiful pool I’ve ever swam in, a climb up Hyena Rock, a flower-filled haven…
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My bucket list adventures for 2023
Haven’t been much further than your front door since 2020? This coming year is set to be a better one for travellers. Whether you’re raring…
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Hiking At Altitude: Altitude Sickness and Altitude Sickness Remedies
Hiking in high mountain passes is one of the most awe-inspiring adventures on earth, but the rarified air in the highest peaks on the planet…
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Every woman has her Everest – in praise of small adventures
In praise of small adventures I loved by the Women’s Adventure Expo this weekend. This life-affirming event is packed with amazing female explorers and intrepid…
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The ultimate UK camping guide from Halfords
Camping newbie? Whether you’re taking a carful of kids to Europe or headed to your first festival, learn your guy ropes from your glamping with…
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Review: Sprayway Arete jacket from Blacks
My penchant for men’s jackets continues with this pumpkin-orange Arete waterproof jacket, £90 from Sprayway at Blacks. It’s been all the way up Mount Kenya…
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The coolest eco hotels in the world
“The decisions that you make and the actions that you take upon the earth are the means by which you evolve.” wrote Gary Zukav, and…
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Going solo: how to travel alone and find adventure buddies
A few things have inspired me to put this post together. Firstly, lots of you are searching for topics like ‘how can I be more…
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Hello 2016!
Another year of travels in the outdoors, and it’s fun seeing which of my Instagram pictures you’ve liked the most – they include some of…
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How inspiring travel books can change the way you travel forever When I think about the joy of reading, I remember Roald Dahl’s Matilda, and…
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