Book Review: Touching the Void by Joe Simpson Overview Touching the Void is a gripping and harrowing true story of survival about Joe Simpson’s near-fatal climbing expedition in the Peruvian Andes. Climbing partners, Simon Yates and Simpson attempted to conquer the unclimbed west face of… Read More »Touching the Void: A Journey of Survival and Resilience
For years, I travelled by stuffing clothes straight into a backpack or suitcase, which was inefficient, messy and usually led to overpacking. I would always try to squeeze too much in, struggle to find what I needed, and then make painful last-minute decisions about what… Read More »Osprey Ultralight Packing Cubes Review: Better Travel Organisation
Book Review: Seven Years in Tibet by Heinrich Harrer Overview Seven Years in Tibet is a classic memoir by Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer, first published in 1952. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the book chronicles Harrer’s escape from a British internment camp… Read More »How To Understand The Cultural Impact Of ‘Seven Years In Tibet’
The Patagonia Classic Retro-X Fleece Jacket isn’t just a piece of outerwear; it is a modern take on the iconic, heavy-duty fleece that defined rugged mountain style in the 1980s. It has remained a staple in Patagonia’s lineup for decades for a very specific reason:… Read More »Patagonia Classic Retro-X Jacket Review: Is It Worth the Price?
The White Spider by Heinrich Harrer is one of the most famous books in mountaineering literature, telling the story of the early attempts to climb the Eiger North Face. First published in 1959, the book captures the danger, ambition and tragedy surrounding one of the… Read More »The White Spider Book Review: Heinrich Harrer’s Eiger North
For years, I was completely behind the trend of adopting ultra-warm down jackets, until I finally field-tested the Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket, and it completely flipped my opinion. While brands like The North Face have certainly made big, puffy coats fashionable for the city, what… Read More »Why Is the Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket Popular Among Hikers?
Visiting the WW1 battlefields of Belgium is an experience that permanently alters your perspective on modern history. Tucked into the picturesque countryside of West Flanders lies Ypres (or Ieper), a city that sat at the absolute epicentre of the Great War’s fiercest horrors. Some of… Read More »Ultimate Travel Guide to the Ypres WW1 Battlefield Sites
Camping is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors, slow down and create proper adventure memories. But if you are new to it, your first camping trip can feel intimidating. There is gear to choose from, weather to plan around, campsites to book,… Read More »Camping Tips for Beginners: How to Enjoy Your First Camping Trip
When most people picture Tuscany—the rolling green hills, the winding roads lined with iconic cypress trees, and the golden-hour light hitting a medieval farmhouse—they are actually picturing the Val d’Orcia. While the region is famous for its Renaissance cities, the true magic lies in its… Read More »The Ultimate Val d’Orcia Itinerary: An 8-Day Road Trip
Camping is one of the best ways to connect with the great outdoors. There is something magical about sleeping under the stars and being exposed to any weather. Camping is very versatile from fun family camping trips to festival goers to backpackers and the hardcore… Read More »The Ultimate Guide to My Camping Packing List
