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Picture yourself waking up in the heart of Tuscany, surrounded by rolling hills covered in vineyards, and breathing in the sweet aroma of grapes just outside your window. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it's not if you stay at a wine resort, the best way to discover Tuscany's beauty and wine culture.
You can have the chance to sample regional wines, tour vineyards, and take in the peaceful views of the countryside. From luxurious resorts with five-star amenities to cozy farmhouse-style accommodations, Tuscany has something for every wine lover. Here are ten of the best wine resorts in Tuscany that you won't want to miss out on.
Boutique • Wine • Slow Travel • Foodie • Nature • Luxury
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We leave Tucson, and start traveling north in the Land Rover Defender 110 and the Revel, but things are off to a rough start. This episode kicks off at Basha's, which is weird, followed by a hike to the top of Picacho Peak. After troubleshooting a problem with the truck, I head off into the desert to explore near Wickenburg, Arizona. Some delicious food is featured in this episode, and I also demonstrate improper use of a soft-shackle.
Digital Nomads • Adventure • Nature • Overlanding • RV • Foodie • People & Culture • Romantic • Photography • Roadtrip
$20.00
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The best hotels along the coast of Montenegro! From guesthouse, to luxury hotel and eco tourism everything is inclueded.
Check out my ultimate 10 day travel itinerary to Montenegro for a detailed travel journey including hotels, restaurants and to do's!
Adventure • Foodie • History • Wellness • Budget • Boutique • Luxury • Nature • Wine • Road Trip • Relaxation • Mountain
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The West Fjords of Iceland are definitely one of my favorite locations within the country! It has dreamy landscapes and it is not as popular as other spots in Iceland.
If you want to know more about this less popular place in Iceland, keep reading this complete 3-day itinerary around the West Fjords so you can enjoy to the fullest of this area!
Adventure • Camping • Van Life • Road Trip • Photography • Mountain • Beach • Nature
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Thinking of travelling up or down the West Coast?
The West Coast of Australia is known for its rugged natural beauty, stunning beaches, and unique wildlife. Here are some of the must-see spots on the West Coast of Australia;
Adventure • Foodie • Slow Travel • Van Life • Road Trip • Nature • Camping
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Explore the coffee region or "eje cafetero" in Spanish on a 3-4 day trip.
What you will find:
- Why visit the Coffee Region in Colombia
- Places to visit
- How much time spend in each place
You can do this itinerary either by car or by bus arriving at any of the main airports in the region!
The itinerary is very flexible, it's designed for you to pick the activities depending on your preferences.
Backpackers • Solo Female • Couples • Groups • Families • Adventure • Budget • Wellness • Nature • Photography • Road Trip • Mountain • Coffee
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Tenerife truly stands out for its diverse panoramic views.
From any point on the island you can reach an elevation above the clouds in less than an hour.
Visiting its viewpoints is undoubtedly the best way to experience the island's charm.
That's why I've decided to focus the guide on highlighting the 7 essential viewpoints 🤩 that should be included in any visit.
You'll discover the island one viewpoint at a time.
No matter how much time you have or what your interests are, your mission should be to make it to these viewpoints at all costs.
Don't miss any of them.
After that, you can take some time to relax on the beach or by the hotel pool...😎
Note: just click on any location within the guide or map and you'll instantly get directions on your phone's Google Maps app. Make sure to download the Thatch app for a seamless and convenient experience!
P.S.: once you save this guide you’ll have it for life and can access it any time on the Thatch app. You’ll also get any updates that I make to the guide later on🔐
Digital Nomads • Backpackers • Couples • Groups • Families • Backpacker • Family • Adventure • Foodie • Budget • Nature • Slow Travel • Sustainable/Eco • Photography • Road Trip • Beach • Mountain • Relaxation • Wine
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This map brings you my recommended accommodation options for visiting the beautiful island of Hokkaido, based off my personal experience having spent 10 days on a road trip through central and eastern Hokkaido (and countless hours of research before that!).
🔸 These may not be the most 'budget' options but are what I'd consider to be value-for-money, and most have got a special 'X' factor reason for being chosen, be it a unique breakfast, special privileges etc. ✨
🔸 I traveled Hokkaido in late Spring🌸 (not Winter), so these would not be the best options if you're looking for a ski resort specifically (although option #6 below might just be your pick for the Winter too!)
Included:
🏨 6 hotels (I've personally stayed in all of them)
📍 An interactive map available on mobile
💻 Direct links for you to book your accommodation below
Want more info on traveling to Hokkaido? Look out for my 10-day itinerary for Central and Eastern Hokkaido coming soon! (Tip: Subscribe so you’ll get an update once it’s published!)
If you found these recommendations helpful, feel free to drop me a tip (as little or as much as you’d like) via the button below ⤵️It’ll really encourage me to keep sharing these travel tips! 👍🏻
Slow Travel • Road Trip • Boutique • Relaxation • Nature
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In this episode of venture4wd, I explored more of Moab's sprawling backcountry, uncovering less-traveled routes, scenery, and natural features. Unlock this board for access to the location information for the unique destinations featured in this video!
Backpackers • Solo Female • Groups • Adventure • Nature • Overlanding • RV • Photography • Mountain • Camping
$25.00
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We venture further into the desert in the Land Rover Defender 110 Hi-Cap, settling in for the week near Ajo, Arizona. I set off into Organ Pipe National Monument to go on a mountain hike, featuring a stunning natural arch. I take the truck out to do some exploring in the lovely Sonoran Desert. Following windy conditions and a rough night in the ground tent, I retreat back to the Winnebago Revel, spill coffee, and spend the day in bed, grumpy and high-maintenance. Orangie update toward the end of video!
Backpackers • Solo Female • Couples • Groups • Adventure • Nature • Overlanding • RV • Coffee • Mountain • Camping
$10.00
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Alsace is the eastern region of France that shares a border with Germany! It is filled with some of the cutest fairytale villages in the entire country! This is where you NEED to visit during the holiday season - it is known for its Christmas Markets!
In this guide, you can find some of my favourite places to visit in the region! It's just as enchanting in the summer as it is in the winter so these tips can be adapted to all seasons!
At the end of this guide, you can also find some logistical information to help you when planning and organizing your trip to Alsace! Be sure to give it a save for your next visit!
Road Trip • People & Culture • Wine • Nature • History
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Don't spend all of your valuable free time researching what to do in Arizona! We have done it for you!
After our own research, suggestions from the locals, and 42 days in the state, we have compiled this guide of the best camping spots, things to do, and what to look out for while you explore the state!
The information in this guide is the direct correlation of our roadtrip through Arizona from North to South. (If your route will be different, this guide may be more useful in map mode)
If you've been looking for the best of Arizona, you have arrived.
Backpackers • Solo Female • Couples • Groups • 50+ • Roadtrip • Adventure • Nature • History • People & Culture • Photography • Foodie • Camping
$10.00
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This road trip guide takes you around the beautiful Washington Coast! The coast is seriously one of my favorite places!
In this road trip itinerary we cover Seattle, Port Angeles, Olympic National Park, Port Townsend, Whidbey Island, Friday Harbor & Bellingham.
Adventure • Boutique • Foodie • Nature • Slow Travel • Photography • Road Trip • Beach • Mountain
$15.00
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Seven-day trek based in refugios.
INTRODUCTION
The Picos de Europa is a region of limestone peaks reaching over 2500 metres above sea level; the highest being Torre de Cerredo at 2650 metres. The route described here is one that I hiked alone in early summer. The best time to tackle the route is between June and September. There is more likely to be snow on the high passes in early June but they are usually not to difficult to negotiate.
The Picos de Europa is not as well known as the Pyrenees or Alps and as such the hiker traffic is less and the tourist infrastructure is less developed. This makes the area feel less spoilt but it can also make it a more challenging area to explore with fewer trails and little to no signposting. Always take a map with you: the Editorial Alpina 1:25,000 maps are the best. I took these and also used the outdooractive app and downloaded the relevant map tiles. This is useful for pinpointing where you are, in what can be confusing terrain. I was lucky to have clear weather for my entire trek but I would imagine that it's pretty difficult to navigate when the cloud is down on the mountains so take a compass too.
You can stay in refugios every night on this hike and wild camping is permitted above 1500m; details below.
I can't recommend the Picos de Europa as a hiking destination enough. The mountains are magnificent but there are also beautiful extensive woodlands at lower altitudes, as well as meadows full of wildflowers and butterflies. The juxtaposition between the stark limestone peaks and the gentle greenery of the valleys is beguiling.
DISCLAIMER: Please note that hiking in the Picos de Europa is not risk free. It is a very challenging area in which to hike. I accept no responsibility for any accidents you may experience while hiking this route. You are responsible for your own safety. Some of the dangers and difficulties are listed a little further down this guide.
HOW BUSY?
Unlike some of the more well know hikes around Europe this trail is less well trodden and as such the trail can be quite hard to follow at times, and at other times there is no trail! Despite this, refugios, being small, fill up fast (see below).
REFUGIOS
The hike is made easier if you stay in the staffed refugios where you can recharge your metaphorical batteries. Accommodation at these mountain huts is in communal dormitories and you will need to bring your own sleeping bag. It's best to book ahead as they are often full throughout the summer. Prices are around the €12-17 mark and they also do affordable meals (breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner).
There is also a handful of unstaffed, very basic mountain shelters with no services and no beds but these can be a good option in an emergency. Most of the refugios only accept cash so be sure to take plenty with you before you set off as there are no ATMs! All the refugios on the route are listed in the route description below with website links.
WILD CAMPING
Camping is only permitted at 1500m above sea level or higher. There is not much water anywhere above this altitude so be sure to fill up when you get the chance (at refugios) before camping in a remote spot.
POSADA DE VALDEON
This beautiful village tucked in the valley between the Macizo Central and Macizo Occidental is a lovely place to wander for a few hours. At the centre of the village there are a number of restaurants and bars and a small square with a water fountain. If you need somewhere to stay before or after the trek you'll find hotels, guest houses and a youth hostel. There is a hotel recommendation and link in the route description.
In the centre of the village is a pharmacy should you need any blister plasters! And on the road to the west of the village is the National Park office where you can find information about hiking and anything else to do with the national park.
GETTING THERE
From the UK there are Ryanair flights to Oviedo (Asturias airport) from London Stansted. A bit further afield you can get flights to Bilbao and Santander from the UK and the rest of Europe. Getting from the airport is a little complicated but there are buses to Posada de Valdeón from Oviedo changing in Cangas de Onis. The journey takes about 4.5hrs. There are also buses from Santander and Bilbao changing in Llanes and Riaño with the journey taking around 15hrs from Bilbao.
An easier but more expensive option is to get a taxi. You could also hire a car but of course you will have to leave the car sitting idle in Posada de Valdeón while you do the hike.
FLORA & FAUNA
This area of northern Spain is fantastic for wildlife. At lower elevations the beech and sessile oak woodland stretches for miles over rolling hills. This is part of the boreal forest that once would have covered much of Europe and is home to roe deer, wild boar, red squirrels, pine martens and brown bears.
In the skies you have a good chance of seeing griffon vultures, golden, booted and short-toed eagles, black kites and peregrines. Of the smaller passerine species the Picos are home to red-backed shrikes, black redstarts, spotted flycatchers and black woodpeckers.
But it's the wildflowers in the meadows and on the woodland edges that are the real joy and most easily appreciated. Vetches, cinquefoils and orchids create a colourful patchwork of colours with butterflies bringing the whole scene to life. Look out for swallowtails, fritillaries and hairstreaks.
NAVIGATION
Navigation is difficult as the terrain can be confusing and in many places there is no trail whatsoever. Take a map (1:25K Editiorial Alpina maps are the best), compass and GPS and know how to use them. It's also a good idea to download the map on a relevant map app. I used the outdooractive app but others are available.
WEATHER
Thunderstorms are common, usually in the afternoon and these can be particularly dangerous high up in the mountains. It's best to hike early and get to a refugio by lunchtime if there are afternoon thunderstorms in the forecast. The weather in this part of Spain is very changeable as it has a maritime climate. Rain and thick fog are possible but equally long periods of warm sunshine are not unusual. The best advice I can offer is to be prepared for anything. Pack suncream and a sunhat but don't forget your waterproofs either.
FALLING ROCKS
Rock falls are not unusual as chamois and other hikers can dislodge rocks above you. Getting caught in a rockfall is not so common but not impossible. Be aware and if you see rocks heading your way, and cannot find cover, crouch down on the floor and pull your rucksack over your head and back.
DRINKING WATER
There is very little running water as these mountains are mostly comprised of permeable limestone. You will need to take plenty of water with you each day (I packed three litres every day and usually drank it all). You can fill up at the refugios and there are a few fountains / fuentes although most of the ones I saw marked on the Editorial Alpina map were dry when I found them.
THE SUN
Sunburn and sunstroke are both real dangers and there is little shade. Keep hydrated and wear a sun hat that covers your neck.
TERRAIN
In some places you need to scramble up steep rocky sections. You will need to have experience in this kind of terrain and have a head for heights! The terrain is very rocky and uneven at higher altitudes so you will need strong, sturdy footwear. Trekking poles are also invaluable in providing support and helping you across and up awkward sections. There is also a lot of steep ascent and descent on this route so you will need to be reasonably fit.
DANGEROUS ANIMALS
On many parts of the trail you will encounter cows. In my experience they are very docile and used to trekkers so they shouldn't be of any concern. You may also find flocks of sheep and while these aren't dangerous they are often accompanied by shepherd dogs which have been trained to keep intruders away from the flock. They can be quite intimidating when they start barking at you. If you see sheep ahead it is best to give them a wide berth, even if this means veering away from the trail for a while. If you walk directly towards or through a flock of sheep you risk agitating the shepherd dogs.
Bears are not common in the Picos de Europa but there are bears in other parts of the Cantabrian Mountains, notably Somiedo National Park, not far to the west, and there is always the possibility of seeing an itinerant bear wandering through the Picos. Eurasian brown bears are not as big nor aggressive as the grizzly bears of North America so you shouldn't worry too much about an encounter. It's extremely unlikely you will see one so if you do, consider yourself very lucky.
Wild boar are common in the woodlands at lower altitudes. They are not as aggressive as some people will tell you and tend to be nocturnal. I did see some in the daytime near Vegabaño. As soon as they saw me they ran away, crashing through the undergrowth. As with any large animal it's best to simply give them plenty of space to move away from you.
I hope none of this advice puts you off hiking in the Picos de Europa. Yes, it's a challenging mountain area but the rewards for hiking here are great. Enjoy the hike!
Adventure • Nature • Slow Travel • Sustainable/Eco • Mountain • Camping
$12.00
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In a summer that’s shaping up for BANANAS prices to get an Italian seaside vacation, Cagliari is the destination you didn’t know you needed!
The city offers cheap flights, reasonable prices for hotels & food, and a city beach that's truly great. Best of all, it makes for an amazing jumping-off point to explore the southern half of the island.
The guide has everything you need to put together an epic Sardinian vacation: great food, a city guide to Cagliari, and three day trips. Each day trip gives multiple beach options, meaning the three could turn into 6 or 8 without repeat locations!
In this guide, you’ll get:
- the major sights with notes on what’s worth seeing and if they need advanced booking
- an interactive map to help navigate you to each spot
🗺️For Cagliari:
- Explanation of the four neighborhoods and which one is my rec for where to stay
- 4 lodging recommendations
- 7 free spots to see and 2 paid
- 11 restaurants and 7 bars & apertivo spots
- 3 local outdoor activities, including beach tips and how to get there without a car
🏖️ For the rest of southern Sardinia:
- 5 beaches
- 5 wineries and 2 restaurant suggestions
- 6 historical sights or cute towns to explore
Adventure • Architecture • Foodie • People & Culture • Nature • Beach • Relaxation
$35.00
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How to get the most out of your trip to North Sumatra, seeing all the best spots and keeping costs low!
This guide includes a detailed itinerary of everything we did, including where to stay, how to arrange transport, and when to book everything.
Backpackers • Adventure • Budget • Nature • Sustainable/Eco • Beach
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Sicily is like an onion 🧅 whose layers are peeled to reveal yet more layers. Nearly the size of Massachusetts, Sicily - Mediterranean’s largest island - offers a seemingly overwhelming range of textures, tastes and experiences: hilltop towns built from a honey-colored stone that turns incandescent at sunset, blood 🏵️ oranges so sweet you can eat the peel, churches built atop Phoenician walls, adorned with Arab flourishes and covered in Byzantine mosaics, beaches running from grey pebbles to licorice-black sand and always the vast prairie of the sea, stretching to the horizon in shimmering blues and greens.
The island is undeniably Italian but also proudly and stubbornly apart from the mainland, which many locals refer to as "il continente". I've even included some personal anecdotes to give extra color to each destination!
NB: As I travel back to the region I will continue to update this list. If you purchase today, you will receive all future updates.
Couples • Groups • 50+ • Foodie • History • People & Culture • Romantic • Nature • Crafts
$79.00
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Known for being a party island, the largest of the Gili Islands, Gili Trawangan, offers so much more. Here is an ultimate Gili T guide (from someone who lives here!)
This guide includes recommendations on:
-Restaurants + Cafes
-Local Warungs
-Activities
-Sunset spots
-Beach Clubs
-Nightlife
Backpackers • Vegetarian • Vegan • Solo Female • Adventure • Budget • Slow Travel • Beach • Relaxation • Coffee • Nature • Wellness
$9.99
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