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A Year in Portugal snapshots: spring in the Monchique mountains
Writer focus: Pete Wise on visiting Madeira
How to travel mindfully in tourism-heavy destinations
Porto day trips: visit Braga, an old-meets-new city
Portugal itinerary: a weekend in Cascais
Writer focus: Judy Darley on why you should visit the Azores
A YEAR IN PORTUGAL – a travel journal
The definitive Algarve bucket list: 29 tips from east to west
Cool off: 5 lakes ideal for wild swimming in Portugal
Slow travel: 8 tips for soaking up the soul of a city
Journal extract: An adventure in Inishowen, the edge of Ireland
Portuguese recipe: Wine and garlic pork (Carne de vinha d’alhos)
6 ways to use social media for travel tips and perks
Towards the setting sun: a weekend in the western Algarve itinerary
Active Portugal – the best hiking, biking, surfing, and more
9 of the best hotels in the Alentejo, Portugal
Travel light: how to purge weight from your suitcase
7 of the best free contemporary art galleries in Lisbon
4 apps you should download before your next holiday
How to make the most of a weekend city break
The truth about housesitting for free travel – is it as good as it sounds?
Larger than life: visiting Peneda-Gerês National Park in Portugal
6 top Portuguese cities to explore (that aren’t Lisbon or Porto)
Solo travel: What to do at night when you’re travelling alone
Where to stay in Guimarães: luxury and design at Casa do Juncal
7 lessons learnt from living in Portugal
Bragança travel guide: where to eat, sleep, and wander
Driving and renting a car in Portugal – 6 things to know before you go
Trás-os-Montes: Portugal’s forgotten province
7 wine-free things to do in the Douro
Buying travel insurance: 5 things to look out for in the small print
Interview: meet the wild folk of Gather Outdoors
Travel itinerary: a weekend in the Douro, Portugal
8 tips for an eco-friendly city break
Where to stay in Porto, Portugal
Day trips from Porto: Visit Guimarães, birthplace of Portugal
7 essential Portugal foodie experiences
GKM diaries: How our travel journal went from wild idea to worldwide seller (Part 3)
Top budgeting tips for extending your next holiday
Alternative Algarve travel guide – off the tourist trail
7 of the coolest cafés in Lisbon
Why travel at home is more important than ever
From backpacker to jetsetter: 4 easy ways to upgrade your travels
Craft beer in Lisbon: Visiting Dois Corvos Brewery
Palacio Belmonte: The most enchanting hotel in Lisbon
5 simple Portuguese phrases and language tips for beginners
GKM diaries: How our travel journal went from wild idea to worldwide seller (Part 2)
Alternative Lisbon city guide
6 things they don’t tell you about solo travel
GKM diaries: How our travel journal went from wild idea to worldwide seller (Part 1)
Responsible tourism: 5 ways to give back as you travel
Where to stay in Lagos, Portugal
Your month-by-month travel calendar: 12 tips for 365 days of adventure
5 reasons why Portugal is great for solo travellers
Top 5 Museums in Kansas City, MO
Travel gear review: Berghaus winter jackets
Photo journal: Évora’s Chapel of Bones
Algarve travel: a practical guide to eating, sleeping, and getting around
AirBnB advice: how to be the best guest ever
7 of the most beautiful Portugal wine hotels
Évora hotels: Imani Country House review
Alentejo Hiking: Taking on Portugal’s Serra D’Ossa
A foodie travel guide to urban exploration
Ireland Travel: A Weekend in Belfast and Co. Antrim
Photo journal: Portuguese street artist Vhils
Portugal itinerary: a weekend in Évora in the Alentejo
13 UK Winter Staycation Ideas
Alentejo hotels: Ecorkhotel Suites and Spa
How to improve your city photography
Photo journal: Late summer in Silves, Portugal
A guide to the best markets in the Algarve
Best travel phones: Introducing the Obi Worldphone MV1
A Guide to the Best Neighborhoods in New Orleans
Photo journal: Algarve village life
7 tips to help you start housesitting
Algarve vineyards: Wine tasting at Quinta do Francês
Photo Journal: Ambling around Alvor boardwalks and lagoons
Travel health: how to stay in peak condition on the road
6 advantages of travelling in winter
6 Best Places to Go Kayaking in the UK
A Guide to Your First 24 Hours in Miami
Photo Journal: Cliff fishing in the western Algarve
9 best restaurants in Lagos, Portugal
7 Practical Ways to Beat the Post-Travel Blues
Photo Journal: Street scenes of Loulé, Portugal
Visiting Olhão, the prettiest town in the eastern Algarve
6 delicious and drool-worthy Portuguese dishes
6 reasons to visit Scotland in autumn
5 easy western Algarve walks
Alternative Manchester City Guide
Living abroad: 7 realities to know before you go
Loulé Market: a glimpse into century-old Portugal
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 10: Expat Life and Taking Your Career Abroad
Ireland Guide: a Weekend in Wicklow Itinerary
6 Budget-Friendly Places for Lunch in Porto
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 9: Get into Photography for Immerisve Travel Experiences
The Ultimate Guide to Being a Traveller at Home
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 8: Why You Should Start Cycling Now
Prodigal Sun: Eastbourne in Pictures
Portugal Hotel Review: Monte Falperras, Alentejo
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 7: How to Rock a City Break
8 Signs You’ve Found the Perfect Travel Companion
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 6: Wild Swimming 101 – take the plunge to widen your world
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 5: Volunteer at Home or Abroad to Discover the World
Lisbon Days Trips: Discover the Setúbal Peninsula
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 4: Secret Adventures and How to Find the Outdoors in Big Cities
5 Ways to Find Outdoor Adventure in Cities
Hotel Review: Quinta do Miguel, Portugal
Introducing the Every-Day Explorer Podcast
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 3: Why ‘Quit Your Job and Go’ is Terrible Travel Advice
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep. 2: Surrender to the Drift – exploring spaces on foot
Every-Day Explorer Podcast Ep.1: Maximise Your Holiday Time with Daring Destinations
In Praise of Getting Lost (and Not Giving a Damn About It)
Travel Guide to Ria Formosa Natural Park, Portugal
7 Ways to Manage a Fear of Travel
Porto in Pictures: a City of Contrasts
First Class Cabins Bigger than Your Apartment
Airlines Are (Finally) Offering High-End Food
Why your travels need a digital detox
An Essentials Guide to Chicago, Illinois
24 Hours in Nashville, Tennessee
Cooking Class in Porto: An Evening with Taste Porto
How to Rock a Road Trip
Alternative Porto city guide
Packing Hacks Every Traveler Needs to Know
How to be a mindful traveller
Hipmunk’s Guide to Landing the Lowest Summer Airfare
London: Lido Swim and Campfire with Secret Adventures
Top Boutique Stays in Louisville, Kentucky
Hipmunk City Love: Tucson, AZ
The 6 Best Destinations in the U.S. for Chocolate Cake Lovers
Wild Swimming in England: A First-Timer’s Experience
Alternative Oxford City Guide
5 of the Best Boutique Hotels in San Jose, California
4 Beautiful Parks and Gardens in Tokyo
Hipmunk Hotels: Beautiful West USA Vacations in Aspen, Bend, and More
How to Avoid Getting Sick on Your Next Flight
Hipmunk City Love: Asheville, NC
8 Best Boutique B&Bs in Southwest England
Hipmunk Hotels: See the Best of California in Roseville, Hawthorne, and More
Visiting Cornwall: Recapturing Childhood Memories in Looe
Hipmunk Hotels: Discover Alternative Southern USA Cities – Plano, Galveston, and More
How to Pack for a Destination Marathon
Travel Guide: 14 Best UK Beach Breaks
Hipmunk Hotels: Discover the Midwest in Detroit, Duluth, and More
The Millennial’s Guide To Exploring Ghana
5 Stunning Boutique Hotels in La Jolla, California
Hipmunk Hotels: Experience the USA’s South in Morgantown, Dover, and More
5 Hotel Restaurants With Famous Chefs
Wales: A Weekend in the Brecon Beacons Itinerary
Hipmunk Hotels: Discover the Spirit of California in Ventura, Sonoma, and More
Why You Should Still Be Traveling in Grad School
Why Adventure is at Your Fingertips Right Now
The Exhaustive Guide to Planning Your Next Road Trip
Hiking the Peak District: Indomitable Mam Tor
Alternative Dublin City Guide
Hipmunk Hotels: Deep South Adventures in Charlotte, Memphis, and More
Hipmunk Hotels: Fall in Love With New England in Providence, Rochester and More
The Best Apps for Productivity Across Time Zones
5 Top Hotels with Swim-Up Bars
5 Offbeat Cities in the Pacific North West
5 Awesome Hotels for Vintage Fanatics
Days Out in Donegal: Visiting Glenevin Waterfall
Best Places to Stay in Minnesota
Walking the Causeway Coast Way in Northern Ireland
These Mountain Museums Are Worth the Trek
Where to Stay in NYC
7 of the World’s Most Beautiful Staircases
Ireland Itinerary: A Weekend in Inishowen, Co. Donegal
Donegal Accommodation: Whitestrand B&B in Inishowen
Discover Islay: The Single Malt Whisky Wonderland
5 Decadent Stays in Virginia, USA
GKM Guide to Travel Planning: 9 Steps for the Best Trip Ever
Pennsylvania Hotels: Where to Stay in the Keystone State
Accommodation on Islay: A Top Stay at The Bowmore House
Spectacular Stays in Singapore
5 Luxurious Hotels Across Italy
Wild Islay: Photos from the Queen of the Hebrides
Kayaking in Scotland: A Weekend with Sea Kayak Arisaig
5 Unique Boutique Stays Around Texas
Days Out in Scotland: Rogie Falls in Ross-shire
What is ‘A Year in the UK & Ireland’?
Cairngorms B&B: Warm and Welcoming Thistle Dhu
Florida Boutique Hotels: From Ultimate Luxury to Value Stays
The Best Airports for Coffee Lovers (and Must-Try Cafes!)
Alternative Glasgow City Guide
In Pictures: Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park in Autumn
Boutique B&B in Edinburgh: Luxury at Ben Cruachan
Santa Barbara’s Best Boutique Hotels
GKM’s Beautiful Britain Travel Giveaway (with 6 Prizes!)
Top Boutique Hotels in Brooklyn, New York
Slow Travel: Time Out in Angus, Scotland
Boutique B&Bs in Glasgow: Amadeus Guest House
Top Liverpool Museums to Explore on Your Next Visit
Travel Gear Review: Autumn in Scotland with Sprayway
A Food and Drink Guide to Chorlton in Manchester
Days Out in England: Marvel at Little Moreton Hall
Glamping in Wales: Off-the-Grid at Anglesey Yurt Holidays
Highlights of Anglesey: An Island Escape in Wales
In Pictures: Powis Castle in Wales
Glamping in Norfolk: Cosy Nights in a Shepherd’s Hut
Wild Camping in Norfolk and Suffolk: A Three-Night Adventure
9 of the Best Indie Cafés in North England
Maximise Your Travel Mindset: 6 Ways to Be an Every-Day Explorer
Highlights of Suffolk: Britain’s Little-Visited County
Where and When to Find the Best Village Festivals in the Algarve, Portugal
What’s in My Bag: 13 Travel Carry-On Essentials
Ivy Grange Farm: Rural Yurt Glamping in Suffolk
Southwold Pier: The New Spirit of the British Seaside
Soul Glamping in Suffolk: Happy Days Airstreams
How to Embrace Slow Travel When You Work Full Time
Discovering English Wine: The Story of Three Choirs Vineyard
Croatia: Beautiful City, Glorious Islands
An Ireland Road Trip: Falling For the Emerald Isle
Day Trips from Dublin: Exploring the Seaside Town of Howth
Introducing NightSwapping: Local + Affordable Accommodation
A Multi-Centre Adventure to Thailand
Driving Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way
Killarney National Park: The Gap of Dunloe in Pictures
Visit West Cork: Glamping & Hiking at Top of the Rock
County Wicklow Photos: Snapshots of The Garden of Ireland
Day Trips from Dublin: Discovering Killiney and Dalkey
The Great British Bingo Guide to the Best Beaches for Summer 2015
Unique Accommodation Ireland: Gypsy Caravans in Wicklow
Hiking in Wicklow: Exploring Ireland’s Longest Glacial Valley
Dublin’s Creative Quarter: Where Community & Innovation Rule
Travel Reading Recommendation: Interview with Latterly
Dartmoor in Pictures: 12 Photos of Vast and Silent Spaces
30 Tips on Saving Money for Travel
Visiting Dartmoor: The People’s National Park
7 Reasons Why Travel Planning Should Start with a Map
15 Barcelona Film Photos: Looking Up to the Rooftops
Wild Camping in England: Sleeping Alone in the Forest
Photo Journal: 21 Film Photos of Bath, UK
Travel Reading Recommendation: Boat Magazine
The Ultimate Guide to Jane Austen in Bath, UK
How to Use Instagram to Plan Your Travels
Shopping in Bath: Interview with The Foodie Bugle
A Guide to Tea Rooms & Afternoon Tea in Bath
Photo Journal: Around Oxford
Down to Earth: Oxford’s Local Food Movement
Photo Journal: Southwest Wales
Lean In: A Winter Journey in Southwest Wales
Tastes of Tradition in Athens: Manas Kouzina Kouzina
That Greek X-Ray Story
Driving Through Iberia: Porto to Madrid
Driving Through Iberia: Sintra to Porto
Driving Through Iberia: Sagres to Sintra
Driving Through Iberia: Cádiz to Sagres
The New GKM: On Setting Goals and Being You
Barceloneta – The Last Barrio
Berlin Accommodation: Hommage à Magritte
Getting Over Your Fear of the Unknown
Where to Stay in Zakopane: Willa Marma B&B
Warsaw’s Pop-Up River Bars
Accommodation in Zakopane: Willa Dewajtis
23 Ways to Get Wonderfully Lost
Discovering Ontario’s Cottage Country
Where to Stay in Krakow: Globtroter Guest House
Growing Into Your Style of Travel
Organised vs. Independent Trips
Interviewing Today’s Torontonians
Barcelona Hotel: Forgetmenot B&B
Retrome Vintage B&B: Sleek and Chic Barcelona
9 Ways to Avoid Airport Stress
The Pros and Cons of Solo Travel from a Solo Cyclist
Cuba: 14 Need-to-Know Varadero Tips
B&B Accommodation in Varadero: Beny’s House
NYC: Budget Accommodation – Hostels vs Couchsurfing
The India-Pakistan Wagah Border Closing Ceremony
The Mongol Rally Part 3 – Racing Through Kazakhstan
The Travel Ten: Jenny from Stepping String
Beginner’s Guide to the London Underground
The Travel Ten: Suitcase Stories
The Travel Ten: Wanderlusters
Volunteering on a Vineyard in the Spanish Pyrenees