Khong Jiam is a sleepy village by the Mekong River in the easternmost part of Thailand. I made my way there mostly, because I wanted to visit the nearby Pha Thaem National Park, but was enamoured enough with the relaxed atmosphere and the fact that I was the only farang around that I decided to…
The Ultimate 5-Day Itinerary for England’s Lake District National Park
The Lake District National Park is hands-down one of my favourite places in the world, and I feel like everything I love about England comes together in this wonderful area. Beautiful landscapes of rolling hills, drystone walls and grazing sheep? Check! Tiny historic villages full of cute cottages and cozy Pubs? Check! Impressive Lakes and…
How to Reach England’s Lake District from Manchester by Public Transport
With good rail and flight connections to the rest of the UK and Europe, Manchester is the ideal gateway to Northern England’s Lake District. Using the city as a springboard means that you can combine the natural beauty of the National Park with some cultural attractions in one of England’s coolest cities, which is exactly…
The 8 Best Hikes Around Keswick, UK for All Levels of Skill
The northern Lake District is one of the most spectacular parts of the National Park, and in my opinion, there’s no better place to base yourself than pretty Keswick. From here, you can reach the trailheads of many amazing hikes – either by foot or with the great regional bus network. Around Keswick, there are…
Hiking in England’s Lake District: Climbing Catbells Mountain from Hawes End
Catbells is one of the most popular hikes around Keswick, due to the fact that the mountain is relatively easy to climb, but still has amazing views, which are much better than from some of the much higher fells in the area. Apart from that, the climb to the top is rather short and straightforward,…
15 Fantastic Things to Do In and Around Keswick in England’s Lake District
Keswick is the ideal base from which to explore the northern Lake District. It certainly gives off a relaxed small-town vibe, but at the same time it has everything you want after a day on the fells. There are tons of restaurants, cafés and pubs as well as great bus connections to most parts of…
Hiking in England’s Lake District: Climbing Skiddaw from Keswick
Towering over pretty Keswick, Skiddaw Mountain is one of the more famous peaks in the northern Lake District. Stefanie and I skipped the hike during our last visit to the area, but this time around we couldn’t resist and climbed the classic route from the south. We certainly didn’t regret our decision: The hike led…
10 Exciting Things to See and Do in Blackpool, The UK’s Most Famous Seaside Resort
Blackpool is an unusual place – certainly one of the strangest I’ve come across in England. On the one hand you have a whole array of modern holiday attractions: from rollercoasters, to aquariums to the customary Madame Tussauds. But look a little closer, and you’ll find vestiges harking back to the town’s glorious past as…
What to Know About the Chorley Three Peaks Hike in England’s West Pennine Moors
While I was slowly making my way to this year’s Rebellion Fest in Blackpool, I decided to stop in the small town of Chorley for a couple of days to do some hiking. I made my base there for two reasons: I like places that are off the tourist trail (Chorley definitely ticks that box),…
6 Fun Things to See and Do in Chorley, Lancashire
I’d venture to guess that Chorley isn’t on the itineraries of many people traveling through northern England, but those who make it there will discover a laid-back small town surrounded by beautiful nature. On my recent trip through the area, I based myself in Chorley mainly because I wanted to explore the surrounding West Pennine…