Category: Hiking

The Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan lies between India and Tibet. The Himalayas protect Bhutan from the rest of the world leaving it blissfully untouched. It has a relatively small population of 700,000 people approximately. Most of the population still prefer living in small villages and follow the traditions of their forefathers. Known as Druk Yul…

I had the need to do some air travel on my last job. Whenever possible I kept my luggage to a minimum: one carry-on to stow in the overhead and a briefcase to jam under the seat in front of me. Inevitably my connecting flight was across the terminal from my arriving flight and more…

Uganda, also referred to as the Pearl of Africa is a unique small country located in East Africa. After a 15 year cycle of dictatorship and war by Idi Amin after independence, the current government has shown a remarkable recovery and great recognition in Africa and the world. This country offer immense natural attractions which…

Thousands of backpackers pass through Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique, each year. It is worthwhile spending at least 3 days in Maputo before travelling inland to the traditional backpacker destinations of Xai-xai and Tofo. Mozambique’s history of colonisation by the Portuguese has left a colourful and eclectic legacy in Maputo, where the fusion of…

Mosquito bites When you go outdoors, it is lush and green and your companions for the evening, sometimes, are also the local mosquitoes. While some people are not too affected by their bites, others (including me) are. In those allergic to the bites (me too), the irritation of the bite is followed by intense itching…

Its refers to spending your holiday while walking or hiking along with your friends, or alone upon some track that you may like to visit. Depending upon the choices of the people, some go for camping in fields, and forests while others go for camping on mountains and at the banks of the rivers. Having…

Do you find most backpacking recipes to be dull and boring? I do, and that is why I came up with some exciting, flavorful foods for taking on the trail, that give your taste buds joy and eliminate the monotony of the same bland foods day after day. Here are five easy recipes that make…

I love losing myself in Harriman State Park in Orange and Rockland Counties, New York, but I hate getting lost. Over 200 miles of winding hiking trails (including 16 miles of the Appalachian Trial) lie within its 46,000 acres, and Harriman is infamous for leading hikers astray — unless they’ve brought The Maps. The New…