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Hiking and E-Biking in Austria’s Zillertal Region

August 14, 2022 Our Man On The Ground 0

The ascent through the Zillergrund Valley and up to the dam that helps provide the power to keep this part of the Tyrol illuminated is almost 1000m by e-bike. The asphalt road winds back and […]

Lifestyle

Women’s Trek Poles Are Award Winners

July 13, 2022 Our Man On The Ground 0

Trekking is on the increase as we all try to keep fit and healthy. And like all trends, popularity leads to more products on the market and difficult decisions for the buyer to make. In […]

Lifestyle

Lighter Komperdell Poles To Boost Your Trail Running Speed

March 30, 2022 Our Man On The Ground 0

The better weather means a chance to be out and about more and improve our fitness. Trail running has become a popular sport in the summer, mainly because the surfaces are softer than the traditional […]

Adventure Travel

Everything You Need To Know Before Doing A Kilimanjaro Trek

March 1, 2022 Our Man On The Ground 0

Mount Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain on the African continent and the highest free-standing mountain in the world, which makes it a much-desired destination for adventure lovers. However, hiking there is far from a walk […]

Australia

Top 8 Working Holiday Experiences In Victoria

February 21, 2022 Our Man On The Ground 1

After almost two years of lockdowns, Australia has reopened its borders to Working Holiday Makers, which means that fully vaccinated UK travellers who are up to 30 years old are now able to stay and […]

Lifestyle

Poles To Protect This Winter

December 16, 2021 Our Man On The Ground 0

Peace and solitude are important in these strange times that we are living. Taking to the hills to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of our surroundings is more important than ever now and let’s […]

Lifestyle

Trekking Poles Will Have You On Cloud Nine

July 13, 2021 Our Man On The Ground 0

Walking with aids has never been easier and now there really is no excuse to stride out and enjoy the great outdoors. Leading trekking pole experts Komperdell has just launched the company’s lightest folding poles […]

Lifestyle

Helping Hand To Enjoy The Great Outdoors

November 29, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Whether it is serious mountaineering or a walk in the countryside – the right equipment is needed if you are to enjoy the exercise. Many of us need that extra boost to help the creaking […]

Switzerland

7 Activities To Enjoy At The Top Of Mont Salève

March 14, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Switzerland is known for the beautiful views afforded by its mountainous peaks, but the one that offers the best view of Geneva and its surrounding areas is technically in France. Mont Salève towers over the […]

European Travel

Walking Tour Of Western Crete

January 20, 2018 Our Man On The Ground 0

Thinking about a walking holiday and some sunshine in 2018? Mark Nicholls joins a walking tour across rugged western Crete for a bit of both. The shoreline of western Crete is as dramatic as it […]