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Frankenjura is where climbing history and adventure meet. Whether you want to send your first 5.9 or just experience the pockets and crimps that challenge pros worldwide, our guide helps newcomers step confidently onto the rock.

The best skiing you’ve never heard of is in Georgia. From Svaneti to Gudauri, the Caucasus mountains serve up powder runs measured in vertical kilometers, not meters. Come for the powder, stay for the warm hospitality, hearty food, and the feeling of skiing where the world still feels wild.

The Alta Via 2 isn’t about ease, it’s about immersion. Day after day you’ll climb, descend, and cross landscapes that shift from moonscapes to alpine meadows, earning every view and every slice of strudel. Read on to learn if it’s the right hike for you.

Want to escape the Tour du Mont Blanc crowds? The Walker’s Haute Route is your ticket to 180 km of untamed Alps, from Mont Blanc’s shadow to the Matterhorn’s iconic peak. This article covers it all: where to stay, what to eat, how to time your trek for perfect conditions, and more!

What is a self-guided tour, and why have these kinds of trips been booming in recent years? Let’s dive into the best destinations, planning tips, and how assisted tours make going guide-free a breeze.

Ever wondered how to hike the Tour du Mont Blanc? Emma has called this valley home for years, leading groups through its highs and lows. Her Tour du Mont Blanc tips will equip you with everything you need to know, from planning and fitness prep to insurance tips.

Fiji’s Yasawa Islands beckon with turquoise lagoons, white sand shores, and villages where kava ceremonies spark lifelong connections. Discover the best routes, gear tips, and cultural gems for your ultimate Fiji kayaking journey.

Looking for what to do in Iceland? Look no more. Check out our month-by-month breakdown of the top activities in the Land of Fire and Ice for outdoor adventurers.

Tired of resort crowds and overpriced snacks stealing your ski day vibe? This guide breaks down what is backcountry skiing, showing you how to chase untouched powder and epic adventures with pro tips and top spots to get started.

Umagine carving fresh powder from summit to sea, with fjords and northern lights as your backdrop. This article’s your ticket to the best ski touring Norway has to offer, packed with pro tips to shred like a local.

Want to trek Mont Blanc’s epic trails with fellow women adventurers? Discover the best hikes and insider tips for an unforgettable Mont Blanc adventure with Chamonix-based guide Marta Gil Sopena.

How do you do the Dolomites right? Get inside info and essential tips for one of Europe’s most iconic hikes.

Is backcountry skiing for beginners? How do you properly dive into the wild pow? AMGA Assistant Ski Guide Erik Fullmer has all the answers.

The Camino Frances is the most popular Camino de Santiago Route, walked by over 200,000 pilgrims each year. Learn how to do it right, and earn your Compostella without hassle.

What’s the best time to visit Svalbard? Whether you’re into northern lights, polar bears, or shredding slopes with no one else in sight, our guide will help you nail the timing for your Arctic adventure.

Many ski it, some hike it, but for seasoned riders like Adrià Mercade, biking the Haute Route is the best way to experience it. Read on for inside tips for stuff to see, things to do, and how to plan a bike tour of this Alpine classic.

Want to visit Croatia but don’t know where to go or what to do? Start here! Local guide Ivo Jarić shared his inside travel tips for Croatia, from what to see & eat to how to logistically plan the perfect Croatian vacation.

Wondering what the perfect Tour du Mont Blanc itinerary looks like? Wonder no more! We’ve talked to 3 expert guides and created a complete rundown for hiking, biking, or getting pampered along Europe’s finest trek.

The Arctic is one of the last truly wild places on Earth—a realm of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and wildlife thriving in extreme conditions. Learn what it’s like to tackle it by kayak from seasoned guide Toby Story.

Provence’s got that magic—quiet roads, medieval villages, and Mont Ventoux staring you down. MTB guide Adrien spills all the secrets on cycling Provence, from the best rides, food & wine stops to insider tips to make your adventure pure bliss.

Planning a tour of Iceland’s Ring Road can be a hassle, which is why we brought in an expert. Let Einar, a local guide, walk you through his favorite Ring Road itinerary, with plenty of insider tips & tricks for your own road trip.

What’s the best time to visit Croatia? Read our locally-sourced month-by-month overview and learn when to plan your perfect Croatian vacation!

Packing for Europe’s most famous hike can feel like a mountainous challenge itself. Worry not! We’ve created a comprehensive Tour du Mont Blanc packing list with plenty of essential tips so you can focus on enjoying your trek!

For beginner mountaineers, a climb of Mount Baker is often considered one of the best introductions to glacier terrain in the U.S. Find out what makes it great a launching point from a guide who is all about breaking barriers.

When roughing it doesn’t cut it, head to the alpine huts of Colorado’s San Juan Mountains for full-service, Alps-like, backcountry skiing. They’ll have the fire lit, and cocktails mixed.

Thórsmörk has seemingly been crafted by the gods themselves. From the wild rivulets to its roaring glaciers, you’ll see why it’s named after the brawny one once you set foot here.

Matterhorn is a picture-perfect natural monument with monumental mountaineering history. Climbing it is, naturally, a monumental achievement.

Few places in Italy have cultivated as much poetic inspiration as the villages of Cinque Terre. Hiking the trails between them, your footsteps will sing a song of sun, sea, and stone.

After a year of guiding, my love for the mountains hasn’t wavered, but the reality of making a career in them has made me question if it’s really the right path for me.

Are you looking to expand the boundaries of your skiing? Heading into the backcountry for the first time can be both humbling and intimidating, but this new territory also unlocks unlimited possibilities.