New Zealand is famous for its spectacular scenery and epic hiking opportunities. From mountains to fjords to glaciers to beaches to extinct volcanoes, New Zealand really has a diverse range of landscapes. And the best way to experience them is by walking – or tramping, as the Kiwis say. While long-distance trails like the Te Araroa… Read More 20 of the BEST Day Hikes in New Zealand
Yorkshire is home to some truly amazing walks – I would know, I’ve done my fair few of them! This August, I set off for my first multi-day walk in Yorkshire, hiking the Minster Way between York and Beverley. Here’s my complete guide for doing the trail! What is the Minster Way? The Minster Way… Read More A Hiking Guide for the Minster Way in Yorkshire
I still can’t believe that I made my dream trip to Switzerland happen this summer. It was such an incredible 3.5 weeks! Hiking in the Swiss Alps was a phenomenal experience. One of my favorite days (possibly of my entire life!) was hiking from Kleine Scheidegg to Lauterbrunnen. This is a long hike, with a… Read More Spectacular Hikes in Switzerland: Kleine Scheidegg to Lauterbrunnen
I was determined to hike Stac Pollaidh when I first did the North Coast 500 back in 2020. But unfortunately, the weather had other plans. When I showed up to do the hike, there was no visibility – you couldn’t even see the hill! Thankfully, the weather was much better on my most recent trip… Read More Everything You Need to Know About Hiking Stac Pollaidh in Scotland
Switzerland is famous around the world for its spectacular scenery and mountain landscapes. If you’re after a truly challenging hike in Interlaken, hike to the summit of Augstmatthorn. This mountain peak is 2137 meters above sea level, with unbelievable views over Lake Brienz. This was one of the best days of my entire trip to… Read More Hiking Augstmatthorn From Harder Kulm: Interlaken’s Spectacular Day Hike
The Coromandel Peninsula is known for its pristine beaches and beautiful coastline, with spots like Cathedral Cove. But there’s also one of the best hikes on the North Island of New Zealand here: the Pinnacles. This was one of my favorite hikes in the country – and while I did it as a day hike,… Read More Hiking the Pinnacles in the Coromandel, New Zealand
I honestly feel so lucky that I had so many incredible experiences during my year traveling around New Zealand. One of my top hikes in the entire country was Avalanche Peak, a prominent mountain in Arthur’s Pass. This is easily one of the best day hikes in all of New Zealand! Here’s everything you need… Read More Hiking Avalanche Peak: What to Know About This Epic Hike in Arthur’s Pass
Of all the epic experiences I had during my year in New Zealand, my hike on Franz Josef Glacier was one of the best. This included a helicopter ride to and from the glacier, and about two hours of hiking on the glacier itself. I’d never been on a glacier before and it’s such an… Read More Franz Josef Glacier Heli Hike: What to Know Before You Go
Too many people visit Andorra for the day, to “tick off” the country on their Euro-list, to take advantage of the duty-free shopping, or for a ski trip in winter. But this small country – the sixth-smallest country in Europe! – is a fantastic destination for hiking and outdoor activities. While it’s easiest to get… Read More Hiking in Andorra: The Best Hikes to Do in Andorra Without a Car
I’ve spent most of my time in New Zealand living in Twizel, a small town in the Mackenzie region on the South Island. It’s a beautiful area, with so many good walks and hikes to do! As I haven’t had a car, I’ve done essentially every walk in Twizel that can be done without a… Read More The Best Walks in Twizel, New Zealand
The day I hiked the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand is one of my favorite travel days of my life. With poor weather forecast for the entirety of my time in the area, I’d given up hope that I’d be able to do this phenomenal hike. At 9pm before the first full day, the… Read More Tongariro Alpine Crossing: What to Know About New Zealand’s Most Epic Day Hike
UPDATED MARCH 2025! Abel Tasman National Park, on the northwestern edge of the South Island, was one of my favorite destinations of my six-week New Zealand road trip. This is truly a slice of paradise: pristine sandy beaches, epic hiking trails, a remote stillness and sense of peace. I had just a short amount of… Read More Kiwi Paradise: A Travel Guide for Abel Tasman National Park
Hiking Roy’s Peak was one of my favorite days I’ve had in New Zealand so far. It’s a challenging climb, and not one to be underestimated: this is a hike up a real mountain, and you need to be prepared. It’s also a very popular route, with the crowds to match (especially for sunrise). Here’s… Read More The Most Epic Hike in Wanaka: What to Know About Roy’s Peak
Mount Sunday was one of my first destinations on my big New Zealand road trip earlier this year. And it was also one of my favorite places from the entire trip! This epic hill in the Ashburton Lakes region was the stand-in for Edoras, the capital of Rohan, in the Lord of the Rings movies.… Read More Everything You Need to Know About Hiking Mount Sunday (Edoras)
UPDATED MARCH 2025! Queenstown is a must-visit destination on any trip to New Zealand. It’s full of adventurous things to do, and the scenery around Lake Wakatipu is breathtaking. There are so many good walks to do in the area, it can be hard to choose! Here are the most beautiful day hikes to do… Read More The Best Day Hikes Around Queenstown, New Zealand
Mount Kosciuszko is the highest mountain in Australia, rising 2228 meters above sea level. It’s a pretty popular peak to summit! There are several different routes to the summit of Kozzie (as it’s known). The Summit Track is the shortest route up from Charlotte Pass, or you can take the chairlift up from Thredbo for… Read More The Best Route Up Mount Kosciuszko: The Main Range Loop
The Vic High Country was a favorite stop of mine on my Lap of Australia. This is one of the most underrated destinations in the country! In winter, it’s a super-popular spot for skiing and snow sports. But I visited in March, and it was a hiker’s paradise! It’s not on the classic Melbourne-Sydney coastal… Read More A Hiker’s Travel Guide to the Victoria High Country, Australia
After living in Yorkshire for nearly seven years, the North York Moors National Park is one of my favorite areas. Without a doubt, the Hole of Horcum is my favorite hike not just in the North York Moors or Yorkshire, but in the entirety of the UK. I’ve done this walk so many times I’ve… Read More Hiking the Hole of Horcum in the North York Moors
Looking for a fantastic day hike in Tasmania? Head to Mount Field National Park and tackle the Tarn Shelf Circuit – this walk goes past beautiful alpine lakes, climbing up onto the shelf for spectacular views over the area. This was one of my favorite hikes in all of Tasmania, and that’s saying something as… Read More Hiking the Tarn Shelf Circuit in Mount Field National Park, Tasmania
I spent one glorious month in Tasmania, road tripping the island as part of my Lap of Australia. Tassie, as it’s affectionately known, is like a playground for people who love being outdoors: hiking, swimming, paddling, wildlife spotting, and more. Tasmania is an incredible destination for hiking – there are simply so many phenomenal walks to… Read More The Best Hikes in Tasmania, Australia