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The Best Hikes in Tatra National Park, Poland
Heading to Tatra National Park in Poland? Here are the absolute best hikes to do to get the best views of the Polish Tatras, mountain lakes, forests, rivers, and more. Including how to get to the trailheads and what to expect on each hike.

Margaux
2 days ago13 min read


3 Peak Hike in the Polish Tatras: Sarnia Skala, Nosal, and Kopieniec Wielki Trail Guide
Don't skip this three peak trail while hiking in the Polish Tatras. Here is a trail guide for hiking Sarnia Skala, Nosal, and Kopieniec Wielki including how to get to the trailhead, what to expect, and more.

Margaux
Aug 24 min read


Nosal and Kopieniec Wielki Hike From Zakopane: Complete Trail Guide
Planning the Nosal and Kopieniec Wielki hike from Zakopane? Discover how to reach the trailhead, hike details, difficulty, route tips and the best viewpoints in Tatra National Park.

Margaux
Jul 264 min read


Kościelec and Czarny Staw Gąsienicowy Hike from Zakopane: A Complete Guide
Planning the Kościelec hike from Zakopane? Learn how to reach the trailhead, what to expect, trail difficulty, hiking times, and tips for visiting Czarny Staw Gąsienicowy.

Margaux
Jul 196 min read


Morskie Oko Hike from Zakopane: Everything You Need to Know
Planning the Morskie Oko hike from Zakopane? Learn how to get there by bus, trail difficulty, hiking times, costs, facilities, and tips for hiking to Czarny Staw.

Margaux
Jul 126 min read


The Best of the Polish Tatras in One (Mega) Hike
Only have a day in the Polish Tatras? Looking for a hike that gives you the best of what Tatra National Park has to offer? Look no further than this mega hike which includes the famous Morskie Oko, Valley of Five Polish Ponds, and the best views in the region. This guide includes information on getting to the trailhead, what to expect on the hike, and more advice.

Margaux
Jul 56 min read


Things I Wish I Knew Before Trekking to Everest Base Camp
Things I wish I knew before trekking to Everest Base Camp: my best advice and insights into food, bathrooms, altitude sickness, guides, porters, fitness, flying to Lukla, tipping, planning, and more.

Margaux
May 209 min read


What Is the Lukla Flight Like? Everest Base Camp Flight Experience
What is the Lukla flight like? Here’s my Everest Base Camp flight experience, including turbulence, landing fears, tips for nervous flyers and safety advice.

Margaux
Apr 195 min read


Do You Need a Guide for Everest Base Camp? (2026 Rules and Costs)
Do you need a guide for Everest Base Camp? Here are the new rules, costs, tipping advice and why hiring a guide makes the trek safer and easier.

Margaux
Apr 125 min read


The Perfect 2 Week New Zealand South Island Itinerary (With or Without a Car)
Planning a 2 week New Zealand South Island trip? Here’s a complete 14-day itinerary with hikes, day trips, and travel tips - no car needed.

Margaux
Mar 2916 min read


How Fit do you Need to be for Everest Base Camp?
How fit do you need to be for Everest Base Camp? A guide to fitness levels, how to train for Everest Base Camp, and fuelling your body for the trek,

Margaux
Mar 254 min read


How Much Does Backpacking New Zealand Cost? Full Budget Breakdown
How much does backpacking New Zealand cost? Here’s my full budget breakdown including hostels, transport, tours, activities, food, and daily spend.

Margaux
Mar 223 min read


The Perfect One Month New Zealand South Island Itinerary (With or Without a Car)
Planning a one month New Zealand South Island trip? Here’s a complete 30-day itinerary with hikes, day trips, and travel tips - no car needed.

Margaux
Mar 1817 min read


Everest Base Camp Accommodation: Tea Houses, Showers & Toilets Explained
Wondering what accommodation is like on the Everest Base Camp trek? Here’s what tea houses, showers, toilets and wifi are really like, plus costs and hygiene tips.

Margaux
Mar 118 min read


What Do You Eat on the Everest Base Camp Trek?
Wondering what you eat on the Everest Base Camp trek? From dal bhat to Sherpa bread, this guide covers the food available, vegan options, meal costs, altitude advice, and tips on how to avoid food poisoning.

Margaux
Mar 45 min read


The Best Day Hikes on New Zealand’s South Island: From Easy to Epic
Discover the best day hikes on New Zealand’s South Island, from easy scenic walks to challenging summit climbs like Roy’s Peak and Ben Lomond. Includes difficulty, trailhead information, and honest insights from a month of hiking.

Margaux
Feb 228 min read


Everest Base Camp Trek Cost: Full Budget Breakdown
How much does the Everest Base Camp trek cost? A full breakdown of tour prices, daily spending, tips, wifi, showers, and hidden expenses.

Margaux
Feb 187 min read


Everest Base Camp Packing List: Essentials, What to Skip, and What I Wish I’d Brought
Everest Base Camp packing list with essential gear, what to skip, Lukla weight limits, and the items I wish I’d brought on the trek.

Margaux
Feb 146 min read


How to get around New Zealand Without a Car
How to get around New Zealand without a car: your ultimate guide to travelling New Zealand by bus, and your other options to avoid renting a vehicle.

Margaux
Feb 13 min read


The Best Things to do in Vang Vieng
The best things to do in Vang Vieng, Laos: hikes, kayaking, swimming, paramotoring, and more.

Margaux
Nov 29, 20255 min read
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