On our way into Croatia, before boarding the ferry to the island of Dugi Otok, we made a quick early-morning stop at one of inland Croatia’s best-known natural sights. We were headed to the source of the Cetina River, specifically …
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Ideas for getting outside, from island stays and waterfall walks to bike rides and mountain hikes—many suitable for trips with a dog.
These are first-hand guides with honest impressions and useful tips on access, timing, conditions, and pet travel where it matters.
Savin Kuk: A Laid-Back Ascent with Ibo
After long drives on our Balkan road trip, we treated ourselves to a much quieter day. We set our sights on Savin Kuk (2313 m) in the Durmitor range—an ascent the map promised would be much easier thanks to a …
Harøyburet: small hill, big surprises
We hiked up Harøyburet (156 m above sea level) during our Norway road trip, as we crossed the Nordøyane islands. It wasn’t on the itinerary or meant to be a big hike—more of a spur-of-the-moment detour. After long hours in …
Cima di Terrarossa with a Dog
An early-summer climb of Cima di Terrarossa (2,420 m) was one of those days that remind you why you love the mountains. The quiet of first light, a hint of winter still hanging on in late June, and the company …
Parking in Norway: apps, payments, and sleeping in your car
Parking in Norway is generally straightforward, but if you’re visiting this Nordic country for the first time, it can feel a little confusing at the start. The issue isn’t so much a shortage of spaces as the way you pay …
Ålesund: Norway’s Art Nouveau icon
After days spent mostly in nature, we slept in and didn’t set off for Ålesund until the afternoon. We’re not aiming for a full city tour here—just a short stop to break up the rhythm of a road trip that, …
Parking fines in Norway
Parking in Norway works, much like most things here, more or less without a hitch. It’s fairly straightforward, well signposted, digitised and, in most towns, runs without needless complications. The trouble usually comes if you misread the text on a …
Free ferries in Norway
Ferries are a natural part of Norway’s road network. For locals they’re everyday transport; for travellers they’re often an essential link when weaving through fjords, islands and a rugged coastline. Most ferries charge a fare, but there’s also a lesser-known …
Skrova: Lofoten from a Different Angle
After hiking up Ryten, we wake in the little town of Stamsund and decide to spend the day working our way toward Narvik. The forecast makes it clear there’s no point committing to anything big, but we break up the …
Ryten: Iconic Lofoten Views
Ryten is one of Lofoten’s best-known peaks and, despite its modest 543 meters, delivers iconic views of the ocean, sheer rock walls, and Kvalvika Beach far below. The trail isn’t technical and the elevation gain is modest, but that blend …