The Camino and Vegetarian Food
The Spanish are passionate about their food which varies from region to region. They generally don’t understand th…
What to wear when walking the Camino
The Camino de Santiago is an incredible journey. To fully enjoy the experience, you need to come well prepared. Working…
How to prevent and treat blisters when hiking
To prevent blisters when hiking the key is to eliminate friction. Different things work for different people, but one th…
Tips for hiking in hot weather
Having just completed one of our Walk & Talks in Victoria’s Point Nepean National Park on a particularly hot d…
What to packing for the European Alps Hike
Generally speaking, you should pack as lightly as possible and we recommend keeping the weight under 12kg for your main…
What hiking boots should I buy and how do I look after them?
Top 10 Essential Tips from RAW Travel’s qualified mountain leaders. 1. Buy the right style of boots for you But wh…
Blisters on the Camino are the worst
Here are our top 10 tips on how to avoid blisters. 1. Socks Invest in a couple of good pairs of socks, they are worth th…
RAW Joins the B Corp community
RAW Travel is proud to announce its certification as a registered B Corporation. This has been the happy culmination of…
How to layer clothing for a long-distance hike
Nothing can ruin an outdoor activity faster than being shivering cold and wet or overheating and wet from your own sweat…
How to prepare your mind and body for a long-distance walk
Walking makes life better. Walking is good for your health, good for the environment and good for your soul. Walking is…
How to fuel your body for hiking
RAW Tucker, RAW Travel’s hiking food offering, has been specifically designed to fuel hikers on their adventures.
Trekking Poles. Do I need them? Which ones should I buy?
Do I need trekking poles? It’s a good question and one that we get asked all the time. See below essential tips fr…