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5 December 2019
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The Kindness of Strangers: 10 travel moments ...

10 travel moments that restored our faith in humanity. Stories of kindness from life on the road.

The Kindness of Strangers: 10 travel moments that restored my faith in humanity
11 January 2018
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What it's like to give it all up to travel in ...

All my friends are buying houses and having babies, yet I'm about to embark on my fourth big trip travelling. Here's how it feels to give it all up again to travel in your thirties.

What it's like to give it all up to travel in your 30's
30 August 2017
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That time we were attacked by bears!

We never thought that “bear attack survivor” was a title we would someday hold. Here's our story of being attacked by 3 bears and how we survived.

That time we were attacked by bears!
Walk My World
20 April 2026
Arizona, USA

Upper vs Lower Antelope Canyon 2026: the latest options and prices

Walk My World
20 April 2026
Arizona, USA
Upper vs Lower Antelope Canyon 2026: the latest options and prices

A comparison of both Upper Antelope Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon - the costs, the kinds of photos, what the tours are like and which we preferred in the great question - Upper vs Lower Antelope Canyon?

Tagged: Arizona

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Walk My World
20 April 2026

Rotorua's hot spring waterfall: Kerosene Creek

Walk My World
20 April 2026
Rotorua's hot spring waterfall: Kerosene Creek

Kerosene Creek is one of the best hot springs in Rotorua, a steaming thermal river surrounded by dense forest, complete with cascades and even a waterfall. We’re sharing everything you need to know to plan your visit, including how to avoid the crowds, what the trail is like, the best bathing spots and the truth about a few downsides too.

Tagged: Rotorua

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Walk My World
20 April 2026

Swindale Beck Waterfalls: one of the best wild swimming walks in the Lake District

Walk My World
20 April 2026
Swindale Beck Waterfalls: one of the best wild swimming walks in the Lake District

How to find the incredible waterfall swimming holes of Swindale Beck, including the stunning emerald pool hidden just off the main track.

Tagged: Lake District Swimming, Lake District Waterfall

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Walk My World
20 April 2026

16 amazing places to see glow worms in New Zealand

Walk My World
20 April 2026
16 amazing places to see glow worms in New Zealand

One of the most magical experiences you can have in New Zealand is to visit one of its incredible glow worm dells. There are so many to choose from on both islands and you can take a tour, or visit independently. We’re sharing some amazing spots which are both free and paid for, and all from our firsthand experience.

Tagged: NZ Must do

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Walk My World
20 April 2026
California, USA

Upper Yosemite Falls hike - a stair master with epic views

Walk My World
20 April 2026
California, USA
Upper Yosemite Falls hike - a stair master with epic views

The Upper Yosemite Falls hike is one of Yosemite’s most popular trails but it’s more challenging than we were expecting it to be! We’ll tell you exactly what you need to know before you set off, what expect on the hike and other worthwhile side trails.

Tagged: Yosemite

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Walk My World
20 April 2026

Haruru Falls: a stunning waterfall near Paihia

Walk My World
20 April 2026
Haruru Falls: a stunning waterfall near Paihia

Haruru Falls is a stunning waterfall close to the towns of Paihia and Kerikeri. You can visit via one of two walking tracks. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the falls and both trails.

Tagged: Northland

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19 April 2026
Arizona, USA

Waterholes Canyon - the perfect alternative to Antelope Canyon, Arizona

Walk My World
19 April 2026
Arizona, USA
Waterholes Canyon - the perfect alternative to Antelope Canyon, Arizona

Looking for an alternative to Antelope Canyon? Waterholes is it! Read about how to explore this stunning canyon, what to expect, how to book, what it costs and a detailed explanation of everything you need to know.

Tagged: Arizona

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Walk My World
19 April 2026

Selworthy Beacon Circular Walk: woodland, sea views and lots of Exmoor ponies

Walk My World
19 April 2026
Selworthy Beacon Circular Walk: woodland, sea views and lots of Exmoor ponies

This gorgeous circuit walk has it all; beautiful woodland, sea views, vibrant heather clad moorland and more than its fair share of Exmoor ponies. We’re sharing directions, difficulty and trail conditions.

Tagged: Exmoor

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Walk My World
19 April 2026

Big Rocky Island Rockpools: isolated blue pools for a glorious secluded swim

Walk My World
19 April 2026
Big Rocky Island Rockpools: isolated blue pools for a glorious secluded swim

Shielded from view by a fortress of rock walls lie some of the best rockpools in Port Stephens. With an iridescent blue plunge pool perched on the edge of the rock shelf and a larger sheltered pool big enough to swim in, it’s a rockpool lovers dream. We’re sharing how to find them and the tide and swell needed to visit.

Tagged: Port Stephens

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Walk My World
19 April 2026

Devil's Cauldron: one of the most atmospheric walks in England

Walk My World
19 April 2026
Devil's Cauldron: one of the most atmospheric walks in England

The Devil's Cauldron is the perfect name to sum up the seething mass of white water that churns beneath dark and mysterious canyon walls. The walk to reach the waterfall is only short, but it’s one of the best in Dartmoor. We’re sharing what to expect including difficulty and trail conditions.

Tagged: Dartmoor

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18 April 2026
California, USA

Best Hikes in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park

Walk My World
18 April 2026
California, USA
Best Hikes in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park

Sequoia National Park has the chance to see the biggest tree in the entire world but it offers so much more than that. The hikes in Sequoia and Kings Canyon are spectacular with magnificent views, other worldly forests and some wonderful sunset spots too. These are our favourite hikes in the park.

Tagged: Cali Places

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Walk My World
17 April 2026
USA, California

The 6 best Joshua Tree hikes for the most beautiful views

Walk My World
17 April 2026
USA, California
The 6 best Joshua Tree hikes for the most beautiful views

The best Joshua Tree hikes including our favourite track, some beautiful short walks, epic viewpoints and where you want to go for sunrise and sunset.

Tagged: Cali Places

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Walk My World
16 April 2026
USA, California

The dream two day Yosemite itinerary for hikers

Walk My World
16 April 2026
USA, California
The dream two day Yosemite itinerary for hikers

There’s nowhere quite like Yosemite and the most difficult decision for hikers is likely to be how on earth to pick from all those trails? That’s where we have you covered, we hiked 16 trails in the park and have cherry picked the best you can manage on a two day trip.

Tagged: Yosemite

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Walk My World
16 April 2026
USA, Utah

How to spend the perfect day in Monument Valley

Walk My World
16 April 2026
USA, Utah
How to spend the perfect day in Monument Valley

How to plan an epic trip to Monument Valley: what to see, what to do, the best views, an epic hike and how to make the most of a day in this stunning part of Utah.

Tagged: Utah best

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Walk My World
16 April 2026

The pros and cons of visiting Milford Sound in winter

Walk My World
16 April 2026
The pros and cons of visiting Milford Sound in winter

We’ve visited Milford Sound in summer and winter and can give you the full low down on the pros and cons of a winter trip. We’re covering everything you could possibly want to know from first hand experience. If you’ve been weighing up whether visiting Milford Sound in winter is worth it, this guide will give you a definitive answer.

Tagged: Fiordland

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Walk My World
16 April 2026
Vietnam, Asia

How to visit the Golden Bridge (Da Nang) like a pro

Walk My World
16 April 2026
Vietnam, Asia
How to visit the Golden Bridge (Da Nang) like a pro

Everything you need to know about the Golden Bridge Da Nang, including the location, how to get there, the Golden Bridge entrance fee, the best time to go and how to get the perfect shot.

Tagged: Things to do Vietnam

30 Comments
Walk My World
15 April 2026
USA, California

The El Capitan Hike - how to walk to the top of Yosemite's icon

Walk My World
15 April 2026
USA, California
The El Capitan Hike - how to walk to the top of Yosemite's icon

The El Capitan hike is one of the best in Yosemite and few people take it on (making it even better). This is our comprehensive guide to hiking up El Cap: how hard it is, what to expect, how to plan it and everything you need to know to stand at the top of this icon.

Tagged: Yosemite, Bucket List

8 Comments
Walk My World
14 April 2026
USA, California

One day in Yosemite - the perfect itinerary and tips

Walk My World
14 April 2026
USA, California
One day in Yosemite - the perfect itinerary and tips

If you’ve only got one day in Yosemite you need to follow this itinerary to make sure you don’t miss a single one of the highlights. We’ll tell you the best short trails, photography locations and sunset spot to make sure your day in one of the world’s greatest national parks is one you’ll remember forever.

Tagged: Yosemite

36 Comments
Walk My World
14 April 2026
USA, California

The pros and cons of visiting Yosemite in the fall

Walk My World
14 April 2026
USA, California
The pros and cons of visiting Yosemite in the fall

Fall is a wonderful time to visit Yosemite - providing you’re not hoping for fall foliage that is! We’ll take you through all the upsides of visiting at this time of year based on personal experience, plus the negatives we encountered too. By the end of the post you’ll know if Yosemite in fall is the right time to visit for you.

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13 April 2026
USA, California

The 7 best Death Valley Hikes that you shouldn't miss!

Walk My World
13 April 2026
USA, California
The 7 best Death Valley Hikes that you shouldn't miss!

The best Death Valley hikes for all fitness levels! We take you through the hikes with the best views, the short and easy walks, the more challenging ones, how to plan your trip to do the best Death Valley Walks and everything you need to know for an amazing trip.

Tagged: Cali Places

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