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Essential India: the highs and lows of our two-week tour | Atlas & Boots
India is not a holiday; it’s an experience," says our guide in what sounds like a promise but might also be a warning. India, she’s trying to say, is unpredictable – not easily tamed and packaged for the average tourist. I can sense the nervousness in our motley crew of 14 who have gathered in a Delhi hotel this mild December evening. Most of us are well-travelled, but are wary of India’s challenges – the noise, the traffic, the pollution – and have opted for a guided trip with small-group specialists G Adventures. The post Essential India: the highs and lows of our two-week tour appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Countries where you can see tigers in the wild | Atlas & Boots
From the Russian taiga to the Indonesian island of Sumatra, we profile the places and countries where you can see tigers in the wild A century ago, as many as 100,000 wild tigers stalked the planet but by the dawn of the 21st century, that figure had plummeted by around 95% largely due to habitat loss and The post Countries where you can see tigers in the wild appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Tips for visiting Jim Corbett National Park: 12 dos and don’ts | Atlas & Boots
The state of Uttarakhand in India, bordering China and Nepal, takes its name from the Sanskrit words uttara meaning 'north' and khaṇḍa meaning 'land'. To Hindus, it's known as Devbhoomi – the land of the gods – because of its cluster of high-altitude shrines shrouded in mist. The post Tips for visiting Jim Corbett National Park: 12 dos and don’ts appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Atlas & Boots’ top 10 posts of 2023 | Atlas & Boots
There’s a slight break from tradition this year here at Atlas & Boots. Our top posts of the year are usually a balanced mix of articles by me (Kia) and Peter. This year, however, all but one are by Peter thanks to my hiatus from the blog. I had to take a step back this year as I’ve been busy with my main hustle. The post Atlas & Boots’ top 10 posts of 2023 appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
The best beaches we’ve ever seen | Atlas & Boots
When I first went on holiday, I was 18 years old and on the lookout for the perfect beach. You know the sort: powdery white sand and clear turquoise water set against a blazing blue sky. In those early years of travel, I saw beautiful beaches in Barbados, Tunisia, Thailand, Mexico and Dubai, but none were quite the same as the brochures and billboards. The post The best beaches we’ve ever seen appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Snorkelling Baros Reef in the Maldives | Atlas & Boots
The private island of Baros in the North Male atoll of the Maldives is one of our favourite places on Earth. We first visited in 2012 on a press trip with flights, accommodation and all excursions included. The post Snorkelling Baros Reef in the Maldives appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Not for novices: America’s most dangerous hikes | Atlas & Boots
While most will – and do – complete these hikes unscathed, the trails can be perilous enough that a spot of bad luck, small mistake or slight miscalculation can leave you seriously injured – or even dead. Exposure, crevasses, avalanches – all the usual threats can be found on America's most dangerous hikes. But there are also a few wildcards in here that can turn a walk in the park into a dice with death. Huckleberries anyone? The post Not for novices: America’s most dangerous hikes appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Not for novices: America’s most dangerous hikes | Atlas & Boots
While most will – and do – complete these hikes unscathed, the trails can be perilous enough that a spot of bad luck, small mistake or slight miscalculation can leave you seriously injured – or even dead. Exposure, crevasses, avalanches – all the usual threats can be found on America's most dangerous hikes. But there are also a few wildcards in here that can turn a walk in the park into a dice with death. Huckleberries anyone? The post Not for novices: America’s most dangerous hikes appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
Most active volcanoes in the world | Atlas & Boots
Nature has many fearsome wonders – earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis – but none so fearsome as the most active volcanoes in the world. These hellish peaks feature in tales of ardour and heroism, loom over humble settlements and whisper threats of violence and destruction. Though potentially lethal, they hold a magnetic beauty that thrillseekers find irresistible. The post Most active volcanoes in the world appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
12 Christmas gifts for travellers | Atlas & Boots
This year has been a life-changing one for us. Three-and-a-half years after we moved to the country, we took the decision to move back to London. We missed our friends and family too much and, after two years under the pandemic, knew it was important to be close to them. And, so, in February, we sold our house and moved 240 miles across the country. We are now settled in our new home in East London and happier than we’ve ever been, despite the change in our finances (hi, London prices). Things feel settled, but, of course, being inveterate travellers, we are never settled for long. The post 12 Christmas gifts for travellers appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
12 Christmas gifts for travellers | Atlas & Boots
This year has been a life-changing one for us. Three-and-a-half years after we moved to the country, we took the decision to move back to London. We missed our friends and family too much and, after two years under the pandemic, knew it was important to be close to them. And, so, in February, we sold our house and moved 240 miles across the country. We are now settled in our new home in East London and happier than we’ve ever been, despite the change in our finances (hi, London prices). Things feel settled, but, of course, being inveterate travellers, we are never settled for long. The post 12 Christmas gifts for travellers appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
20 best travel apps to download in 2024 | Atlas & Boots
As travel writers, we're often asked about our favourite travel apps. For a long time, we stuck to old and reliable apps that performed prosaic functions like looking up locations or booking accommodation. The post 20 best travel apps to download in 2024 appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
