Average Hiking Speed: Why it’s Important and How to Calculate it
Knowing your average hiking speed will help you better plan your next hike or trek. Here’s how to calculate it and how to get faster.
Trekking & Hiking Tips
Trekking and hiking tips that include the gear you need, the best hiking tours in Europe and how to make the most of your time on the trail.
Trekking and Hiking Gear
Information on what gear you need and our top recommendations.
The Best Hiking Backpacks
How to Pack for the TMB (or Similar Trek)
The Best Hiking Poles
What to Bring for a Day Hike
Gifts That Hikers Will Love
Trekking Tours in Europe
We offer two trekking tours in Europe that showcase some of the finest mountain scenery in all of the Alps.
Tour du Mont Blanc Self-Guided
Alta Via Self-Guided Hiking Tour in Italy
Hiking Tours in Europe
Hiking in Europe offers a LOT of variety and is accessible to more people than trekking. Some hikes also have a great combination of culture and hiking providing a unique adventure.
You’ll also find lots of great hiking tips unique to the destination to make the most of each of these hiking trips.
Coastal Hike from Spain to France
The West Highland Way
Tour du Mont Blanc Trek
The Camino: The Last 100 KM
Wicklow Way in Ireland
Path of Gods from Bologna to Florence
Trekking and Hiking Tips to Make the Most of Your Time in the Mountains
If you’re new to hiking or trekking there’s a lot that you need to know and it can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve covered some of the most important topics to get you started so that your hike or trek will be memorable – for all the right reasons.
How a Trek Can Change Your Life and Why You Should Do One
Hiking Vs Trekking Vs Mountaineering
7 Things That Will Wreck Your Trek
How to Convince Your Partner to Go on a Trek
Strength Training for Hiking and Trekking
How to Choose a Trek That You’ll Love
Everything You Need to Know About Water When Hiking or Trekking
8 Hiking Apps That Will Transform Your Time in the Woods
How to Prepare for a Hike: Experienced Hikers Share Their Tip
Our Most Recent Articles on Trekking and Hiking Tips
How a Hiking Trip Can Change Your Life And Why You Should Do One
A hiking trip can change your life. I know so because it changed mine and believe it can change yours as well. Here’s how:
6 Creative Ways to Convince Your Reluctant Partner to Take a Hiking Holiday
Want to convince your significant other to join you on your next hiking holiday? Here are 6 tried and tested tips to convince them.
How To Find The Best Places to Hike Near You
My top tips to find the best places to hike near you whether you’re looking for an easy hike or a multi-day one.
8 Best Hiking Apps Of 2024
The best hiking apps for 2021 ranging from GPS hiking apps, to safety to ones that will enhance your hike and increase your knowledge.
Pre and Post Hike Recovery Plan to Relieve Muscle Soreness
Follow this pre and post-hike recovery plan to soothe your sore muscles after hiking or other intense activity. Your muscles will thank you.
Strength Training for Hiking: A Step-By-Step Workout Plan To Prepare You
Strength training is an important part of preparing for your hiking trip. Here’s your step-by-step workout plan to get you in shape for your big adventure.
Trekking Tips: 7 Things That Will Wreck Your Trek
Thinking of trying a long-distance hike? Here are some top trekking tips to make sure you enjoy every minute of your trek.
Virtual Hikes: The Best Way to Hike Without Leaving Home
Virtual hikes that you do from home are a great alternative when you can’t be on the trail. You’ll be able to “travel” and “hike” in a variety of destinations from the comfort of your living room.
64 Adventure Books That You Won’t Be Able to Put Down
You won’t be able to put down these adventure books that will keep you up late at night and inspire your next great outdoor adventure.
Camino Ways Review: What I Liked and What I Didn’t
Camino Ways is the top provider for Camino de Santiago Tours. Read on for my review of Camino Ways. What I liked and what I didn’t.
5 Benefits of Hiking with Poles
5 benefits of hiking with poles along with how to choose the right hiking poles for you, techniques for trekking with them and which ones to buy.
How to Train for a Hiking Trip: Experienced Hikers Share Their Tips
How do you train for a long-distance hiking trip? I get asked this question at least once a week. So here are some tips from some experienced hikers.
Top 7 Health Benefits of Hiking
7 of the top health (physical and psychological) benefits that you’ll get from hiking if you do it regularly. Now it’s time to lace up those hiking boots!
Everything You Need to Know About Water When Hiking
A guide to how much water to bring when hiking, water bottles, hydration bladders and how to safely purify or filter freshwater when hiking.