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Diving with turtles in Réunion

Dive in Reunion Island and get up close and personal with endangered sea turtles.

Why you should make Cilaos your mountain base [Réunion]

Cilaos is the perfect base to explore the Cirques of Réunion Island, and here is why.

Your gastronomic guide to Réunion

Taste the food from Reunion, without forgetting its infused rums!

Why is Saint Pierre your ideal base [Réunion]

Saint Pierre is your ideal base to explore the Réunion Island. Check it out!

A 7-day exclusive trek for the best of Réunion!

We have created an exclusive 7-day circular hike for you to explore the best of Reunion Island trekking.

Taming the dragon [3 Salazes]

Embark on an adventure of a lifetime! Climb the most emblematic rocks of Reunion Island for an unforgettable experience…

Mountain biking the Maïdo [Reunion Island]

Explore the many ecosystems along the slopes of the Maïdo mountain in a fun and exhilarating way!

Vanilla heaven in the mountains of Réunion

Read this article and vanilla won’t have any secrets for you any more.

Tales from the Arabian desert [Oman]

Text & photographs: Marcella van Alphen & Claire Lessiau The indigo sky slightly turns greyish-blue over the Bedouin tents in the sleepy camp while in the east the sun announces itself with a pinkish hue. Venus is still bright in the clear sky. Colours appear slowly tainting the dunes in their warm orange before shadows…

Drop into the 7th Hole, Oman’s best kept secret!

Go on the adventure in a lifetime, caving in Oman and entering with a 120-metre free hanging abseil!

Réunion Island: a canyoning paradise

The Reunion Island is a real canyoning paradise: come and explore!

Rock climbing the Maïdo Peak [Reunion Island]

Trekking and canyoning are the most famous activities of the Reunion Island. Rock climbing it may be its best kept secret!

Cooling down in the wadis of Oman

Take a dip in the different wadis of Oman!

Historic V&A Waterfront Walk [Cape Town]

Learn about the vibrant history of the most successful development project of Africa and a tourist’s favourite!

Snaking through Oman’s wadis

Explore the depth of Oman and refresh in its stunning wadis on this canyoning adventure!

The falaj of Misfat, one of the most charming villages of Oman

Stroll one of the most picturesque traditional villages of Oman, Misfat.

48 hours in Oslo

Your exclusive guide for the perfct city trip to Oslo!

The new outdoorsy capital of South Africa [George]

Explore South Africa’s outdoor capital and discover its most fantastic mountain biking tracks, hiking trails, flora and fauna in the most dramatic landscape!

What to do in Nizwa, Oman [Top 5]

Spend a day in charming Nizwa and enjoy the souk, the fort and the old town…

The Nizwa fort [Oman’s most visited monument]

Discover the Nizwa fort, an architectural and defensive marvel of Oman, the pearl of the Middle East…

The mud villages of Oman [Al Hamra]

Explore the abandoned mud village of Al Hamra and the excellent Bait al Safah living museum, showcasing Omani traditions.

Climbing up the balcony in Jebel Shams

Discover the stunning Balcony Walk in Jebel Shams and get your adrenaline level up on the via ferrata to take in the best views of the Grand Canyon of the Middle East!

48 hours in Muscat [Top 11 must-dos]

Discover the capital of Oman, from top restaurants to secret beaches and off the beaten path gems!

5 insider’s fun facts about Strasbourg that you probably did not know about!

There is so much more to Strasbourg than its famous Christmas market! 5 fun facts you most likely did not know about that will have you expreience Strasbourg differently!

A wine from 1472?!

Step in history and visit this unique wine cellar housing wine barrels including one dating back to 1472 (and still full…).

New York City: A visual tour

Take a virtual photo tour of New York City!

Behind the scenes in a GR 20 refuge at 1,810m

Go behind the scenes on the GR 20, Europe’s toughest hike and live the season of a refuge keeper at 1,810 metres.

GR 20 Etape 14: Paliri to Conca [GR 20: 180km of hiking DONE!!]

Stage 14 and final stage of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 13: Croci to Paliri [wild pigs & Bavella Needles]

Wild pigs & Bavella Needles on Stage 13 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 12: Usciolu to Croci [why Croci is a must!]

Stage 12 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe… and why you must stop at Croci!

GR 20 Etape 11: Col de Verde to Usciolu [ridgelines & fresh fruits]

Stage 11 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe: arriving at Ali Baba’s cave!

GR 20 Etape 10: E’Capannelle to Col de Verde [beer, soccer & BBQ…]

Stage 10 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 9: Vizzavona to E’Capannelle [stepping into the South]

Stage 9 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France: the first stage of the Southern part of toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 8: L’onda to Vizzavona [how simple pleasures become luxury]

Stage 8 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France and last stage of the Northern part ending in Vizzavona!

GR 20 Etape 7: Vaccaghja to L’Onda [via altitude lakes you don’t want to miss!]

Stage 7 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France with the best accommodation and where to eat the best homemade lasagnes on the GR!

GR 20 Etape 6: Castel del Vergio to Vaccaghja [the nicest accommodation of the whole GR 20!]

Stage 6 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, and THE best accommodation on the way!

GR 20 Etape 5: Ballone to Castel del Vergio [why this is better than Tighettu to Ciottulu]

Stage 5 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France with a better planning than in most guidebooks recommending Tighettu to Ciottulu.

GR 20 Etape 4: Ascu Stagnu to Ballone [is Monte Cinto really better than Cirque de la Solitude?]

Stage 4 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France: the toughest stage of Europe’s toughest hike?

GR 20 Etape 3: Carrozzu to Ascu Stagnu [helicopter rescue & thunderstorms]

Stage 3 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, France: helicoptered out and lightning striking along Europe’s toughest hike!

GR 20 Etape 2: Ortu di u Piobbu to Carrozzu [tougher than we thought]

Stage 2 of your complete guide to the GR 20 Corsica, a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

GR 20 Etape 1: Calenzana to Ortu di u Piobbu [getting launched on the GR!]

Stage 1 of your complete guide to the GR 20 in Corsica, France: departing from Calenzana for a 2-week adventure along the toughest hike of Europe!

The vibes of Oslo, Norway

Explore the vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods of Oslo!

Top 8 Must Do Adventures in South Africa

The must do top 8 adventures in South Africa: wildlife safaris, trekking, SCUBA diving, mountain biking, kloofing, surfing, horseback riding… You name it!