At 64' South, on a tiny Antarctic island bustling with penguins, even the smallest lives leave a mark.Welcome to Port Lockroy ' the world's southernmost post office, a tiny outpost on a football-pitch...

Peter reflects on working as a wildlife monitor in Antarctica: a joyful season of simple routines, close encounters and life on a tiny island

Peter Watson says "life is pretty basic here, but at the same time, utterly charming".

From the alpine majesty of the Hooker Valley to the turquoise vistas of the Abel Tasman, these are the best day hikes on South Island

Packed airports, tight seats and lost luggage... no wonder flying frays our nerves. Here’s how to keep your cool at 30,000 feet

A mountaineering calendar of the world’s greatest mountains and the optimal time of year at which to climb them, listed month by month

Christmas gifts for campers, handpicked to suit all budgets – from a comfy lightweight blanket to a life-saving gadget.

Our tried-and-tested list of Christmas gifts for travellers be they hikers, shutterbugs, adrenaline junkies or culture vultures.

A glacier that bleeds? A village that mandates appendectomies? We share interesting facts about Antarctica, complete with reliable sources.

Peter will spend three months counting penguins in Antarctica as a wildlife monitor at Port Lockroy, the world’s southernmost post office

The most beautiful mountains in the world have captivated climbers for centuries. Here, we examine their raw and lethal appeal.

From the iconic Ruta 40 to winding through the wilderness in a campervan, we explore the best road trips in Patagonia

A mountaineering calendar of the world’s greatest mountains and the optimal time of year at which to climb them, listed month by month

From the tundra of the Nordkalottruta to the heat of the Trans-Pyrenean Trail, these are the hardest long-distance treks in Europe

The unofficial end of summer means serious savings on outdoor apparel and gear. We hand-pick 10 great deals from the REI Labor Day sale

The world’s most polluted capital cities have been ranked, revealing alarming levels of harmful particles in our urban areas

We recommend the best eSIM for multiple countries so you can enjoy seamless coverage no matter where you're going.

Fresh from my return from the Mediterranean island of Corsica, I examine whether the GR20 is really the toughest trek in Europe

In America, national parks are more than scenic − they’re sacred. But they were created at a cost to Native Americans

We recommend the best eSIM for multiple countries so you can enjoy seamless coverage no matter where you're going.

From the heights of Everest to a humble library, we share the most extraordinary international borders from across the globe.

For those seeking a quieter, wilder climb in Tanzania, trekking Mt Meru offers a striking, rewarding alternative to Kilimanjaro’s busy trails

These inspirational travel quotes have roused us to travel with abandon to over 100 countries. Perhaps they will do the same for you…

From an iconic ancient pilgrimage to classic Himalayan challenges, we share 10 of the best long-distance treks for beginners

A selection of man-made marvels currently on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites in danger list, along with the year and reason they were added.

The Bahamas have the world's cleanest air, while Chad has the most polluted.

We rank Bill Bryson's best books to help new readers discover America's funniest travel writer.

Britain may not be tall, but it does have majesty. We scoured the home nations to find the most beautiful mountains in the UK

Case came to supreme court after court of appeal determined the term ‘open-air recreation’ included camping

From a dust storm in Australia to a disastrous drought in Kenya, we share the climate photographs that could not be ignored.

From plunging gorges to fairytale woods, we share a handpicked list of the best natural wonders in the UK.

From the rice terraces of Vietnam to the iconic views of Japan, we handpick the best rail journeys that will keep your budget on track.

As the world wakes up to the realities of industrial farming, one animal cruelty index calls out the worst offenders.

From harrowing firsthand accounts of survival to page-turning murder mystery novels, we list our favourite books about Antarctica

From a horrific crash in the Andes to a brush with death in a Utah canyon, we share 10 outdoor survival movies based on true-life stories.

Don't let blisters ruin your time in the outdoors. Our guide on how to prevent and treat blisters will keep your feet trail happy

As the world wakes up to the realities of industrial farming, one animal cruelty index calls out the worst offenders.

From the rocky headlands of Acadia to the red sandstone cliffs of Zion, we share our curated list of the best hike in every US national park

Ahead of his next seven summit, Peter shares expert advice on how to train for mountaineering expeditions such as Denali and Everest

From stewing lava lakes to lethal eruptions, we chart the most active volcanoes in the world based on data from the Smithsonian Institution.

From island-sized icebergs to a baby humpback sleeping off the bow of the ship, we share our favourite reasons to visit Antarctica

A curated list of the best power banks for camping, from small devices for day hikes to multi-plug charging stations for large groups

From plunging gorges to fairytale woods, we share a handpicked list of the best natural wonders in the UK.

The best hiking apps to download this year, from navigation and route planning to first aid and stargazing.

From abandoned sets in the Sahara desert to a troglodyte hotel, here's our guide on how to visit the Star Wars film locations in Tunisia

Our resident mountain aficionado and would-be seven summiteer crunches the numbers on how much it will cost to climb the seven summits

Some unusual passport stamps to collect on your travels, from breakaway republics to the northernmost and southernmost post offices

From El Capitan in Yosemite to remote challenges in Greenland and Antarctica, we profile the world's most stunning big wall climbs.