Preparing for the Kumano Kodo with a purification ceremony
Legend has it that the gods of the three main Kumano shrines were ceremonially transferred from Kumano Hongu Taisha and…
Living More Sustainably – Our Waste Wise Journey
Sustainability expert and Waste Wise advocate Birte Moliere talks to Dave Reynolds, Founder of RAW Travel, about why he…
Walking the Nyonin-michi Women’s Pilgrimage in Koyasan
Up until 1872, women were not permitted into Koyasan, a village high in the Kii mountains. Instead, they would carry out…
Exploring the narrow backstreets of Nakatsugawa on the Nakasendo Way
After a few days soaking up the sights of Kyoto prior to my Nakasendo Way walk, I decided to head off early to Nakatsuga…
Your Ultimate Guide to Japanese onsens (hot spring bathing)
If you’re a traveller hoping to embark on a journey to the heart of Japanese culture, you cannot miss Japanese hot…
Japanese Food – A work of art
Anyone who has hiked in Japan will tell you that a significant part of the experience is the food – and it will definite…
Why New Zealand’s South Island is one of my favourite hiking destinations
There is only one word for New Zealand – epic! Tucked away in the very north of the South Island you’ll find the N…
Cycling the Camino – Bikes and equipment
While most people choose to walk the Camino, cycling the way to Santiago along Spain’s world-famous pilgrimage routes is…
How to choose travel insurance for a walking holiday
Here’s our top 10 tips for choosing travel insurance 1. Make sure it’s adequate for a walking holiday Does i…
Travel Apps – How to stay connected while travelling
As technology has improved, the number of options for staying connected while travelling has increased. While this means…
Should you skip the Meseta on the Camino de Santiago?
If you want to walk the Camino de Santiago but are time poor, ask most people which part to skip and they will invariabl…
National Parks of England’s Coast to Coast Path
The North York Moors is undoubtably a special place to walk and is my favourite section of the Coast to Coast which may…