Walking the South Downs Way in Stages: Route Guide & Where to Stay
The South Downs Way is a 160-kilometre National Trail along the chalk ridge from Winchester to Eastbourne, usually split into eight stages.
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Hiking is how we get to know a place properly: one trail at a time, at walking pace, with plenty of snack stops. From the Inca Trail and Ecuador’s Quilotoa Loop to Slovenia’s Juliana Trail and the coastal path from Azenhas do Mar to Cabo da Roca, these are our favourite hikes around the world, plus honest advice on the kit that carries us.
South Downs Way Winchester to Exton & East Meon: Stage 1 Walk Guide
The South Downs Way starts at the old City Mill in Winchester and runs 160 kilometres east to Eastbourne. Stage 1 officially finishes at Exton, a small village in the Meon Valley about 19 kilometres in. If you are planning…
Seven Sisters Cliffs From London: How To Do It In A Day
Getting to the Seven Sisters cliffs from London is easier than most people expect — a train from Victoria down to Seaford, then a short bus along the coast road, and you’re at the start of the walk in about…
Cuckmere Haven: The Valley Walk That Skips the Seven Sisters Crowds (2026)
Everybody who gets the bus out to Seven Sisters Country Park turns right, walks to the sea, and photographs the cliffs. They are spectacular after all. But there’s a hidden gem walk if you turn left.
Seven Sisters Hike: 6 Routes From 1 Hour to 2 Days (2026)
The Seven Sisters hike is my favourite walk in the whole of the UK. We live in Brighton and the Cuckmere Haven area is our weekend escape when we need a walk to clear our heads. I’ve hiked the Seven…
Hiking Slovenia’s Juliana Trail
The Juliana Trail is a 270-kilometre walking loop around Mount Triglav, Slovenia’s highest peak, split into 16 stages. Unlike most alpine long-distance routes it deliberately stays low, circling the mountain through villages and valleys rather than summiting mountains. This makes…
Chamonix in Summer: Our Complete Guide and Week-Long Itinerary
Chamonix in summer far exceeded our expectations. After first visiting Chamonix in ski season, we were excited to hike, climb and bike the towering limestone peaks, trail-laced valleys and Alpine ridges. This Chamonix in summer travel guide covers everything you…
Inca Trail Packing List
Warm days; chilly nights. Rain downpours; blazing sunshine. The Inca Trail has six different microclimates making the weather changeable and unpredictable. Packing for the Inca Trail is a challenge even for the most experienced travel packers due to changing weather…
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Hiking the Inca Trail is a dream come true for many an intrepid traveller. This wanderlust-inducing trail through the Peruvian Andes takes you along ancient stone paths, high into the mountains and down through cloud forests.
5 Destinations Perfect for Trekking Adventures
When seeking your next trekking adventure, there are several factors to consider. It is important to first assess the difficulty level of the hike, alongside your overall fitness. Some of the best treks in the world may also include technical…