Articles tagged with: walking-holidays
Thrill-seeking in the Canadian Rockies
Charlene Mitchell discovers an adventure-seeker’s paradise in the Canadian Rockies.
A blissful break by the bisses in Nendaz, Switzerland
Nendaz, a popular ski resort in winter, really comes alive in summer when you can discover the ancient network of bisses, as Sarah Gibbons discovers.
Gallery: Swiss traditions in Nendaz: The Alphorn Festival
Every year in July, Nendaz – located in the heart of the Valais region in Switzerland – is transformed into a living scene of Swiss traditions and folklore. Over an entire weekend, more than 150 alphorn players meet in the resort to take part in the annual International Alphorn Festival, which also features traditional Swiss dancing, parades, craftsmanship and competitions.
New Alan Partridge walking tour in Norwich
Alan Partridge fan? Now you can follow in his footsteps in his native Norwich with a new walking tour to coincide with the new film release Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa which is launched in UK cinemas on August 7th.
A mini guide to Britain’s 15 National Parks
With temperatures nudging a toasty 30°C this week it’s time to get out and enjoy the Great Outdoors! Great Britain boasts 15 stunning National Parks, protecting the UK’s most spectacular landscapes and treasured wildlife. As National Parks Week approaches (July 29th to August 4th) we take a look at what each of Great Britain’s 15 'breathing spaces' has to offer.
Gallery: The magic of the Midnight Sun
After the long light-deprived polar nights, the Arctic Circle is lit up in a continuous golden glow during the summer months, when the sun doesn’t set for months on end – creating the phenomenon known as the ‘midnight sun’.
Three nights for the price of two for Jersey Walking Week
Jersey’s annual Spring Walking Week takes place from 11th to 18th May and offers visitors a chance to explore the island on foot, from cliff-top paths to woodland trails and idyllic country lanes.
London hotel launches running maps with Paula Radcliffe
Have you been inspired by the London Marathon?
Guide to Croatia’s islands: Which one is for you?
Whether you're after an action-packed holiday or a luxurious escape, here's a handy guide to Croatia's best islands:
Three Passes and Three Peaks in Nepal’s Himalayas
It was mid-October and the frost already lay thick on the ground, glistening in the light of the moon. As I looked out across the silhouetted snow-capped peaks beyond, I stopped and listened…complete silence. I couldn't have felt much further from the London rush hour.
Peruvian Andes trek with ‘Touching the Void’ Simon Yates
Do you want to relive the dramatic scenes from ‘Touching the Void’? Ten years after the BAFTA-winning film first hit our screens – and 25 years since the book it was based on was published – Simon Yates, ‘the man who cut the rope’, returns to the Peruvian Andes on a specially designed trek by adventure holiday specialist World Expeditions.
Hot spot: Yangshuo Mountain Retreat, China
They describe Yangshou as a fairytale country and this mountainous landscape beside the Li River in southern China lives up to its legendary reputation for beauty and hospitality.
60th Anniversary Everest Trek
Follow in the footsteps of the infamous trekking duo Hillary and Norgay and celebrate the 60th anniversary of their assent to the summit of Mount Everest with a base camp adventure trip.
Wales’ first five-star hostel – Plas Curig in Snowdonia
Plas Curig in Snowdonia is the only hostel in Wales that has been awarded a Five Star rating by Visit Wales.
Celebrate St Patrick's Day on Ireland hiking holiday
If you are looking for a different way of celebrating St Patrick’s Day in Ireland this year, join a walking holiday with Sherpa Expeditions and explore the Emerald Isle’s timeless landscapes.
Tenerife: Beyond the beach
Most tourists head straight for the sun-baked beaches of southern Tenerife, but a huge number of exciting sights and experiences lie beyond, as Sarah gibbons discovers
Seasonal trekking guide: When to trek where
Want to go on a trekking adventure but unsure of where and when to go? With the help of World Expeditions, we’ve compiled a handy seasonal trekking guide, from spring-time hikes in Nepal to enjoying the long summer days in Alaska.
The magical history tour of Wales with Dan Snow
Historian and broadcaster Dan Snow has inherited a passionate love of the Welsh landscape, people … and its ice cream.
Himalayas for all levels
New year, new you? A trip to the Himalaya may sound strenuous, demanding and only for seasoned, fitter hikers but World Expeditions, who has been pioneering trekking in the region since 1975, has a number of itineraries that can be enjoyed safely by everyone, even first timers.
Hot Spot: The Devonshire Arms, Yorkshire
Holly Tuppen visits The Devonshire Arms Hotel, satisfying a longing for a wintry weekend of fine food, breathtaking walks and whisky by the fire
The Hobbit: On location in New Zealand
As Wellington celebrates the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, hosting the world première on November 28th, Hobbit-mania has taken over New Zealand once again.
The world's most expensive trek just got cheaper
The iconic 156-day Great Himalaya Trail, the world’s longest and most expensive trek (just below £20,000 per person) has just got cheaper.
Pyrénées Atlantiques: A land of contrasts
The Pyrénées Atlantiques department of southwest France is a land of contrasts. With sandy beaches, rugged mountains, miles of picturesque countryside and quaint, historic towns galore – this is the region for holidaymakers with variety on their minds.
New volcano trails in Tenerife
A series of new volcano trails have been launched on the island of Tenerife, allowing visitors to enjoy the volcanic landscape.
Hiking the Imbros Gorge in western Crete
Faith Warn hikes through the Imbros Gorge in the White Mountains of western Crete and is rewarded with spectacular views along the way
