The Fairytale Castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau

Neuschwanstein makes an easy day trip or one-day extension after the tour. Here are some photos of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau, the often unknown and underrated castle that sits next...

Ten Reasons to do the Scottish Highlands Hike

There’s a reason that so many films and television programs feature Scotland. The place is frickin’ gorgeous! Just do a quick google search for ‘films set in Scotland’ and you’ll see...

Seven Most Challenging Adventure Treks

Every hiker knows that the most rewarding hikes are paired with the greatest effort. Whether it is following the rugged cairn-marked trails across Iceland’s moonscape or climbing to the heights...

5 Reasons to Hike Around Germany’s Highest Peak, the Zugspit

You’ll also experience two equally famous alpine regions, Bavaria and the Tyrol. The hike begins in Bavaria, Bayern as it’s known in Germany, then crosses the border into the Austrian Tyrol...

Why Hiking is Important

Every day is a new adventure. The Alps remain a source of constant interest, in some ways a muse, in others a place of peace and relaxation. Spending a summer in the Alps is a view into a...

5 Reasons Why You Should Book a Guided Trek

Planning the perfect hiking trip involves making numerous decisions. If you would like to take a stress-free trek without having to make all the decisions, a guided trek is for you. Below are...