In February 2022 Jamie Barrow set the world record for the fastest speed on a snowboard. With a top snowboard speed of 211 kph (131.11 mph) it’s safe to say it was unsafe to do… No one has yet been…
One of Europe’s oldest countries, Portugal is known for its mix of rugged landscapes and traditional rural lifestyles. Explore 300 million-year-old battered Atlantic coastlines and jagged slate mountains on some great Portugal mountain biking holidays. *Originally published in September 2014…
No where screams ‘Alps’ like Switzerland. And when the mountains are calling it is good to know that the best extreme sports in Switzerland can compete with almost anywhere on the planet. With that in mind, check out the top…
Join us on a spectacular Trekking around the world famous Tour de Mont Blanc route. We spend nights at altitude in remote mountain refuges while taking in the varied alpine scenery of the Aosta Valley and Haute Savoie. Idyllic pastures…
Courchevel, Méribel, Val Thorens, Les Menuires, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville and Orelle – quite a line up for the Three Valleys. From fresh lift upgrades to new places to stay and big-ticket race days, here’s the Three Valleys News for the 2025/26 winter…
Explore the capital city of Tirana, with its bustling streets, colourful buildings, and lively cafe culture. Check out the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Berat, known as the \”city of a thousand windows,\” and the picturesque town of Gjirokastra, with…
Since the first commercial bungee was set up by AJ Hackett in New Zealand in 1986 the sport has exploded – or perhaps we should say bounced – in popularity worldwide. Europe has been no exception with over 100 sites…
Last winter I snowboarded in the southern Austrian region of Carinthia. Less well known than Tirol or Vorarlberg, it is quieter and cheaper. Find out why I loved it in this review of Carinthia snowboarding holiday to Innerkrems, BKK (Bad…
The bouldering of North Wales is truly outstanding; genuinely some of the best I have experienced over my extensive travels across Europe. However to really dig into the best spots and problems – and especially those in the best condition…
Leap into action at 270 Climbing Park, home to the tallest UK outdoor climbing wall and a strong contender for the best climbing centre in Britain. Perched on the edge of the Cotswolds, this Gloucestershire gem has just unveiled its…
On Saturday 19th July, three friends – Sam Gradwell (22 from Crosby, Liverpool), Matthew Finegan (23 from Sabden, Lancashire), and Petar Antonijevic (25 from London, England + Belgrade, Serbia) – climbed Ben Nevis barefoot to raise money for mountain rescue.…
Ever thought of skateboarding UK to Morocco? No neither have I! But a 21 year old has completed this epic skateboard overland adventure from Brighton to Tangiers for a Mental Health Charity. Find out how one of our favourite extreme…
Enjoy a 9-day Hiking Holiday in The Dolomites, Italy. In the heart of the Northern Italian Dolomites, close to the border with Austria and dominated by the famous Tre Cime (Three Peaks), is the beautiful Tyrolean village of Dobbiaco. A…
Looking to do something different with your kids this summer? Then read this Morzine family adventure holiday review. Find out how this summer mountains trip to the French Alps changed how my children and I think about our holidays. Why…
The best adventures in Sweden make any holiday to this wild and beautiful Scandinavian country extra exciting. From water sports to winter sports the abundance of nature and variety of landscapes make it a great country to get adventurous. To…
With more than 550 dropzones it is tough to decide where to skydive in Europe. But with many beautiful, historic destinations that ooze culture and throb with nightlife, skydiving European style is about much more than the freefall experience. So,…
What are the world’s best island adventures? More to the point, what are the world’s best islands? And how would you even decide such a thing? Well, the folks over at Tripadvisor have access to millions of reviews including from islands…
There are some fairly spectacular and beautiful places in the world but there is something about the British Isles that has a unique appeal. Don’t worry, we’re not about to go all swivel-eyed patriotic on you. But these 5 British…
Dive into the ultimate adrenaline-pumping experience with our Valencia white water rafting experience in Spain. Navigate wild rivers, conquer roaring rapids, and soak in breathtaking landscapes as you bond with your crew. Perfect for adventure junkies and nature lovers alike,…
Dive into the ultimate adrenaline-pumping experience with our Spain white water rafting experience in Castellón. Navigate wild rivers, conquer roaring rapids, and soak in breathtaking landscapes as you bond with your crew. Perfect for adventure junkies and nature lovers alike,…
