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Saklikent Gorge Canyon near Fethiye, Turkey

Through the river to the canyon

Not far from the Turkish city of Fethiye, is Saklikent Gorge. It is definitely worth the trip to see it if you are nearby… and don’t be afraid to explore.

Trolltunga hike, how to get to trolltunga, norway

Is this the most epic hike in Europe?

Everything you need to know about doing the Trolltunga hike in Norway – including how to get there, what to take, and other firsthand tips.

Karlstejn Castle, near Prague, Czech Republic

Hiking near Prague

To see some of the Czech countryside, take an easy day hike from Prague that also leads you past castles, churches and flooded quarries.

Przewalksi’s Horses, Hustai National Park, Mongolia

The world’s last wild horses

The Przewalski’s Horse is the only true wild horse on earth. To see it outside of captivity, you can come to this national park in Mongolia.

Hiking in Bohemian Paradise, Czech Republic

Hiking in a bohemian paradise

It’s called Bohemian Paradise and, in many ways, it is a paradise. Amongst the forest you find rock formations, castles, lakes and pubs.

Visiting Paraty, Brazil

Paraty Time

A small town between Rio and Sao Paulo is the perfect stop for the weary traveller. Paraty has become a popular tourist spot with beaches mixing with history.

Giant's Causeway, World Heritage Site, Northern Ireland

Walking in the footsteps of giants

Some people would have you believe the Giant’s Causeway was formed by molten basalt but the story of the two fighting giants is much more fun!

Cinque Terre world heritage, Italy

The five lands of Cinque Terre

Italy’s Cinque Terre is known for its natural beauty and beautiful towns. But did you know it’s also a World Heritage Site? I’ll tell you why.

Turtles in Uruguay, Volunteering at Karumbe

Inside Turtle HQ

Turtle conservation work At turtle headquarters, it’s quite appropriate that things move slowly. Maybe it’s because of an affinity with the animal, maybe it’s the way of the beach culture, or, most likely, it’s just because it’s South America. Life for my week volunteering with a turtle conservation group on the Uruguayan coast had its […]

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