May
25
Forecast Weather in the Alps There are two ways to check the weather in the Alps, the standard way and the Ryder-Walker way. We all know the standard way. Glance at your phone, read the newspaper or watch the television. It’s easy, and it usually works. But is it fun?...
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Feb
22
Apfelschorle An abundance of good food is just one of the things that makes the South Tyrol a delight to explore by foot. Ask any chef of the region why the food is so tasty and they'll usually tell you that it's a result of delicious, good quality, local ingredients....
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Jan
07
We consider trekking poles essential equipment on all of our hiking tours. Their advantages are simply too great to ingnore, from reduced stress on the knees, to enhanced stability on uneven terrain. Just about every store with an outdoor section carries trekking poles, from $14 models at the neighborhood big...
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Jan
04
Training for A Hiking Trip If you've resolved to train for this summer’s hiking tour, but you hate lifting weights and running in place, then try these five, fun-filled, gym-free alternatives for getting your legs back into shape. You don't have to run on a hamster wheel to improve your...
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Dec
09
Cotswolds Hiking What are the hikes like on our Cotswolds Way hiking trip? How long are the days? How high are the hills? To answer these questions, let’s define what the Cotwolds are in the first place. The word ‘Cotswolds’ is actually a combination of two very old English words,...
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Dec
08
Cotswolds Cottages Of all the qualities that make the Cotswolds so precious, it is the collection of limestone cottages that give the region its distinctive character and attract visitors from around the world. Built from the underlying limestone bedrock, adorned with flowers and topped with roofs made of stone or...
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Dec
06
Quintessential England is, perhaps, the best way to describe the Cotswolds of west-central England. Peaceful villages welcome travelers with warm stone cottages and intimate B&B's. Winding country lanes, cobblestoned and lined with dry-stone walls, guide explorers through a tapestry of quiet tearooms and cozy pubs. Stately hedgerows divide a fanciful...
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Nov
10
Ibex, Steinbock & Chamois Here's the question: what’s the difference between an ibex, a steinbock and a chamois? Here’s our quick answer: Ibex & Steinbock The ibex and the steinbock are the same thing. The scientific name is Capra ibex, a species of mountain goat that thrives in the high places...
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Apr
14
Europe's Alpine Transit Question: You guys mention cog railways, lifts, cable cars and funiculars. How do I tell these things apart? Answer: The alpine countries of Western Europe offer some of the most sophisticated public transport systems found anywhere in the world. Their systems include trains, buses, boats, cog railways,...
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Jan
27
125th Anniversary Victorinox, the manufacturer of the classic Swiss Army knife, celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. To commemorate the event, they’re holding a special “build your own knife” workshop at the Château de Prangins just outside of Geneva. The workshop is part of a much larger historical exhibition called...
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Dec
11
Trekking poles make a nice holiday gift for the avid hiker. They reduce stress on the knees, they offer added stability, and they increase stamina. How much stamina? A German physician discovered that each pole plant relieves approximately 18 pounds of pressure from the lower extremities when traveling on an...
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Aug
12
Bet You've Never Seen This Before! Ever wonder how the people of Switzerland get all their cows in place for the summer tourist season? ...Or how they maintain them? This one had to go into the shop for some body work. Actually, one of our guests recently finished the Eiger...
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