Europe

Around the World in 80 Ways

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 6:41 pm in Australia & New Zealand, Europe, Featured, North America, Outdoor Recreation | 1 comment

Learn how long it takes to travel around the world, and the many adventurous modes of transport you can choose from.

Five of the Most Common Hiking Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 8:04 pm in Australia & New Zealand, Europe, Featured, North America, Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Safety, Tips, & Gear | 0 comments

Whether you are planning to take up hiking as part of your fitness regime or simply want to enjoy getting out in nature, here are five of the most common hiking dangers and mishaps and how you can prevent or treat them.

Tips for Renting & Traveling in a Campervan

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 10:56 pm in Australia & New Zealand, Europe, Featured, North America, Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Safety, Tips, & Gear, South America | 3 comments

Having a campervan gives you the freedom and flexibility to move around a destination while always being assured of accommodation and cooking facilities. Follow these helpful tips for a memorable ecotourism adventure on the road.

Great Walks around London

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 6:26 pm in City Guides, Europe, Featured, Outdoor Recreation | 0 comments

Whether you’re in the mood for an all day hike or simply a short afternoon stroll, you can be assured London has many options for you to get outside for some fresh air. Here are some of the top spots which locals love to lace up their walking shoes for.

Outdoor Adventures in London’s Best Parks

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 11:07 am in City Guides, Europe, Featured, Outdoor Recreation, Wildlife & Nature | 1 comment

People often say London is gloomy, but you can easily brighten any day by paying a visit to one of its lovely green Royal Parks.

The Beautiful Spots Along This Year’s Tour de France Route

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 7:44 pm in Europe, Featured, Natural Living, Outdoor Recreation | 4 comments

The Tour de France is one of the world’s most famous sporting events. For many who travel to the event, it’s an opportunity to see a sort of roving tour of one of the most beautiful countries in Europe.

The Gardens of Europe

Posted by Michael Jerrard on 9:45 am in Europe, Featured, Wildlife & Nature | 5 comments

When one thinks of London, they may think of high end shopping, West End shows, and red phone booths. There is however a magical lush paradise as beautiful as the Duchess of Cambridge herself. Kew Gardens makes all other botanical gardens seem as though they were simple residential backyard gardens. It has by far the largest collection of plants, with totals surpassing the 30,000 level. Its herbarium used for scientific research and reference boasts over 7 million specimens. Add to this an extensive library of flora based books and prints and you truly have an arc showcasing some of the worlds most amazing plants.