Kuching is a coastal city in Malaysian Borneo. It is also fast-becoming a major hub for adventure sports fans, including white water rafters and kayakers. Kuching is in the state of Sarawak, a land of tropical forests and mountains. Base…
Along the shoreline of the Turkish Rivera you will find Marmaris, a once sleepy little fishing town that grows from it permanent population of 31,000 to over 100,000 during the peak tourism season. Rivalling anything on the Turkish coast the…
Leh is the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Ladakh, an ancient and mysterious part of Northern India sitting at 3500m. Ladakh attracts travellers to its rocky moonscapes, and Leh to its ruined palaces. There is plenty to see on…
Tenerife is one of the best-loved Canary Islands. It is a lively but friendly place, with great scenery and beaches. It is the beaches that hold most of the appeal for many of Tenerife’s visitors, but not all of them.…
Davos is a Swiss ski resort with a big reputation among snowkiting fans. The resort is linked with nearby Klosters, and has a huge area of easily accessible snow fields and slopes to explore. Davos was one of the first…
You might ordinarily associate Italy with pizza and pasta and the healthy Mediterranean lifestyle but there is another side to this incredible country. Throughout Italy’s majestic landscape of rolling hills and mountain ranges flow a number of rivers. And it’s…
What you pack for a hiking and kayaking trip can sometimes make or break the whole experience. Fail to prepare properly for a rainy break and you’re going to spend a lot of time either sitting indoors or getting miserably…
It’s easy to think of Italy as being all about fantastic wine and food, classical architecture and lush rolling countryside. It’s certainly got all that but for those that are looking for a bit more excitement should consider rafting Aosta…
Hong Kong is a sprawling, busy city where east seems to meet west. From its street coolies to its huge skyscraper towers, Hong Kong is a place where it feels as if anything could happen. You could even take a…
During that ill fated war in the 60’s and 70’s a whole lot of GI’s were drafted into the jungles of Vietnam from the beaches of California. There’s often talk of some of these displaced beach bums putting down their…
Having tested the Pathron Sensei snowboard early in the season I was keen to write a Pathron Powder Toy snowboard review having given it a proper test in deep pow. Unfortunately conditions (and a very low weight limit by one…
There is something almost spiritual about skiing fresh, deep powder. About being away from the crowds skiing through stunning scenery. Any serious skier will at some point want to get away from the pistes, throw on a pair of fat…
Southern French Alps mountaineering has become very popular in the last few years with the Ecrins mountain range becoming the 2nd most popular in France after the Mont Blanc range. The Ecrins range is famous in the mountaineering world for…
The Croatian coast from Zadar to Split offers the best windsurfing conditions in the region as winds sweep along the coastline and channel between the islands. Windsurfing in Zadar is quite calm so is perfect for beginners. For the more…
Over the last decade or so wakeboarding has become a very popular sport and has aspirations to to attain Olympic status. It is extremely athletic requiring gymnastic skills and good body management plus bravery, skill and determination. If you are…
Skiing is great and ski holidays are the reason we all head back to the mountains we love love year after year. But skiing is just the tip of the iceberg for winter activities in the Alps. You can add extra…
If screaming down the side of a volcano like you are being chased by hot flowing lava is your thing then you should consider a Cape Verde mountain biking holiday. Cape Verde can be extreme and is a Mecca for…
Canyoning is the climbing and descent of rivers in mountainous areas. The use of various climbing techniques and safety equipment allows for safe progress through otherwise impassable and remote canyons. Porto canyoning adventures offer some of the best canyoning in…
Equatorial Guinea is a tiny West African country that few travellers make it to. With a corrupt government, a population living mostly in poverty, and difficulty getting visas, some might find it surprising that anyone makes it there. But those…
The Caribbean island of Guadeloupe is a stunning volcanic island surrounded by gorgeous sandy beaches and deep blue sea. It is French-owned, and lies in the Leeward Islands chain, north of Dominica and south of Antigua. It catches the Atlantic…
In the Southern French Alps, there is some of the best ice climbing in France. You don’t need to be an expert to climb here as there are waterfalls, ridges and gullies for all levels. It is the unique topography of…
Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands, attracting millions of visitors every year to its busy beach resorts. While some of those visitors are happy to spend their holiday lying on a sunlounger, many are not. They’re not to…
Trinidad and Tobago’s warm weather and reliable winds make the Caribbean islands an idyllic windsurfing destination. With gorgeous beaches, a rich local culture and lively feel, you’ll find plenty of reasons to want to stay longer than you planned to.…
Lying north of Bulgaria and west of the Ukraine, on the shores of the Black Sea, Romania is very often overlooked. But this once-mysterious country has plenty to do and see. You’ll find stunning views, friendly vibes and a taste…
The North Island is more populated than the South Island of New Zealand however a North Island Overland holiday will still find you in plenty of remote locations in the great outdoors. From the bustle (by NZ standards!) of Auckland…
During the summer months in the northern hemisphere you may be missing your snowboarding. The good news is you can head South and ride pow on a Chile snowboarding holiday. The winter months in Chile are June to October so…
New Zealand is one of the best places in the world to travel and South Island overlanding is one of the best ways to see this magnificent country. From the serenity of Milford sound to the extreme activities of Queenstown…
Marrakech is Morocco’s colourful capital. It is a fascinating city where you can get lost in the winding souks, eat steaming bowls of food in its market, watch snake charmers and wake up to the call of the muezzins. It…
Like much of Asia skydiving has only recently become an accepted activity in India, with the establishment of the Skydiving Association in 2011. The sport has taken off quickly and multiple drop zones are now available offering tandem skydives, static…
Kitzbuhel is one of Austria’s most popular ski resorts. It is an attractive medieval town, high in the Tyrol, with a big reputation for quality skiing and upmarket nightlife. Snowboarders and skiers flock to the town every winter. They are…
