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A Practical Guide to the High Coast Trail in Sweden

  • Posted on August 11, 2023August 11, 2023
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  • byRoel
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The High Coast Trail is arguably one of Sweden’s most scenic hiking trails, guiding walkers along an iconic stretch of seaside hills and forests. Find out all the details in this Practical Guide!
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A Practical Guide to hiking Tara National Park

  • Posted on July 13, 2020August 15, 2023
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  • byRoel
Zaovine hiking
In a corner of western Serbia, the river Drina forms a natural enclosure for the densely forested hills of Tara National Park. And although its small size makes it fairly…
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5 Long Hiking Trails in Tara National Park

  • Posted on July 13, 2020June 28, 2021
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Tara National Park hiking trails
Looking to plan a visit to Tara National Park? I created route maps of some of the park’s hiking trails, for your convenience!
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A Practical Guide to the Shinetsu​ Trail

  • Posted on November 11, 2019February 22, 2024
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  • byRoel
Mushrooms growing on a tree trunk on the Shinetsu hiking trail
Weaving its way along the Sekida mountain range, the Shinetsu Trail offers a scenic combination of ridge walks and forest trails. From temperate rainforest tracks to fairytale beech forests and open views of the sea, the Shinetsu Trail might just be Japan’s best kept hiking secret!
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A Practical Guide To Hiking In The Khangai Nuruu

  • Posted on August 3, 2019August 12, 2019
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Like with most of Mongolia, hiking in Khangai Nuruu National Park is as much an exercise in planning as it is in trail craft. Allow me to help you plan!
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10 Tips for a Cheap Hiking Trip

  • Posted on August 2, 2019July 11, 2020
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Going on a hiking trip is a pretty low-cost activity. For those of you looking to save even more money on the costs involved, here are my ten tips on how to go on a cheap hiking trip!
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