Exploring to the West of Mendoza in the Foothills of the Andes, Argentina. (January 2020).

By zara On November 11, 2020

Only about 200 km to the west of Mendoza, the Andes provide a dramatic backdrop to any visit in the region. From the gastronomic delights of the vineyards in the Uco Valley to the breathtaking heights around Aconcagua, this relatively small area packs a serious punch.

The Limestone Way, Derbyshire, England. (October 2020).

By zara On October 31, 2020

Following old walled tracks and quiet footpaths through the White Peak whilst meandering through traditional villages, the Limestone Way is a great introduction to the delights of Derbyshire.

A Circuit of Upper Derwent and Howden Reservoirs, Derbyshire, England. (October 2020)

By zara On October 16, 2020

The reservoirs of the Derwent valley sit amongst beautiful Derbyshire scenery and are popular year round destinations but few realise that the Dambusters used them for training before their departure to the Ruhr in World War 2. With good tracks all around them, cycling is an enjoyable way to explore.

Tellisford Mill, Somerset, England (September 2020)

By zara On October 11, 2020

Tellisford Mill lies in an idyllic corner of Somerset on the river Frome and has some wonderful wild swimming.

Among the Clouds Above: Yatesbury, Wiltshire, England (October 2020)

By zara On October 6, 2020

It is surprising what can be hidden in plain sight – including one of Europe’s oldest and most intact wartime airfields. Now lost amidst the brambles, it conceals a rich history of aviation stretching back to 1916.

War Walks: the Bulford Kiwi, Wiltshire, England (September 2020)

By zara On October 2, 2020

Amongst the elegant white horses carved onto the Wiltshire downs, one slightly fat, flightless bird rather stands out – this is his story.

Exploring Malargue, Mendoza Province, Argentina (January 2020)

By zara On September 24, 2020

Get away from the heat and the crowds of big city Mendoza and head south into the province on a sparkling new Ruta 40. A little off the beaten track, the Malargue region is a dramatic world of volcanic landscapes, hot springs and unspoilt mountain scenery.

The World Tin Bath Championships, Isle of Man, British Isles (August 2020)

By zara On September 14, 2020

There are some delightfully idiosyncratic festivals around the world. The World Tin Bath Championships in the scenic waters of Castletown Harbour in the Isle of Man can hold its own with the best of them.

Ballaugh Beach and Mountain Circuit – On Horseback, Isle of Man, British Isles. (August 2020)

By zara On August 17, 2020

A riding, walking or even cycling circuit which has a magnificent combination of ‘surf and turf’, beaches and mountains, all with wonderful views.

Alive! The Miracle of the Andes – A Ride to the Site of the Famous Aeroplane Crash, Argentina (January 2020).

By zara On August 7, 2020

Flight 571 Uruguayan Air Force crashed in the Andes on the 13th October, 1972, whilst carrying 5 crew and 40 passengers to a rugby game in Chile. What happened next became the subject of the famous book, and subsequently film, Alive! The site is high in the mountains and can only be reached on foot or by horseback – we chose to ride there.

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