When I was researching hiking trails in the Peak District, I focused in on two points of interest: Kinder Scout and Jacob’s Ladder. I didn’t realize there are many more destinations nearby that could easily be included in the same day, including Edale Cross, Mermaid’s Pool or Kinder Downfall. Learn from my mistakes to craft your perfect hiking route.
When I did this hike in Peak District National Park in England, I had no idea it was a filming location for one of my favorite movies, The Princess Bride! Recently while rewatching a clip from the movie, I recognized the landscape with new eyes.
If interested in elevating your travel photography while visiting London, England, this historical marvel is also an intriguing photo spot.
It’s a traveler’s worst fear: after laborious effort, you arrive at a famous viewpoint only to find it completely obscured by bad weather. I’ve asked travel bloggers to share their experiences. Are these famous places still worth visiting in poor conditions? How can you plan around a foggy forecast, or make the most of it?
After hiking Hadrian’s Wall in England, I returned home to the USA with a list of new favorite sweets! Somehow I wasn’t very familiar with the iconic Victoria Sponge Cake, and didn’t recognize it in the flesh when presented to me at a cafe. It was one of my favorites of the entire trip, so when I got home I Googled, inspiration struck, and I got to work! How do you think I did? Seem authentic?
I’m back from my month-and-a-half solo trek of five trails around Europe: West Highland Way, Hadrian’s Wall, The Kerry Way, Tour Du Mont Blanc, and the Slovenian section of the Alpe-Adria! How did each trail shake out?
Your girl is going global! I’m so excited to announce a project I’ve been working on for a few months now – my transatlantic detour. In September and October I’ll be hiking five different ten-day trails in Europe back-to-back.