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Top 10 tips on how to keep cool when hiking

Our top hot weather hiking tips, when temperatures start to go off the scale. Responsible travellers are all aware that the planet is heating up, but it’s vital that you don’t let your body overheat along with it. So don’t sweat it, just read it!

Tick warning sign on gate in forest

How to prevent ticks when hiking

Sadly ticks are something we need to be aware of when hiking. Fun fact, they’re not insects, but related to spiders and their scientific name is Ixodida, which comes from the Greek, for sticky or mistletoe. Read more for tick tips that stick.

Solo hiking tips for women

Solo hiking tips for women

Our in-house travel writer shares her thoughts about going on solo walking holidays as a woman, the fears, the fun, the game changers and the gear, as well as the SECs appeal. Read more if you want to find out what that’s all about.

Do you need walking poles for hiking holidays?

Do you need walking poles for hiking holidays?

There is no stigma anymore about walking poles, in fact they are the sign of a strident walker rather than a struggling one. Keep yourself in ‘pole position’ by reading more about why it’s great to have them and how best to use them.

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Top tips on hiking with your dog

Our travel and dog expert gives her top tips on enjoying holiday time with a canine companion. From tagging, feeding and training, this blog gives us tail-wagging wanderlust.

Everything you need to know about the UK ETA Uncategorized The Natural Adventure

Everything you need to know about the UK ETA

The only (slightly) amusing aspect of the new UK visitor entry system is that it’s called an ETA. No, not Estimated Time of Arrival, but Electronic Travel Authorisation. Apart from that, it’s not funny, but it may be obligatory. Here are all your questions answered.

Safety tips for winter walking holidays

Safety tips for winter walking holidays

Our winter walking holidays may be as pretty as a Christmas cake, but there are a lot of ingredients to weigh up before that icing on the cake moment. Read our safety tips for when it’s snowy underfoot.

Hiking safety tips for mountain landscapes

Hiking safety tips for mountain landscapes

Learning about safety for mountain treks might feel like having to listen to airline stewards when they give out emergency instructions. But being aware of the precautions needed to hike safely involves a lot more than knowing where the emergency exits are.