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ARM RIVER TRACK TO NEW PELION HUT
Did you know that you can get to New Pelion Hut without doing the entire Overland Track? Well... I was surprised too when I found out! The Arm River Track goes straight to New Pelion Hut. Who would have ever thought that you can take a shortcut to spend a night in the most beautifully situated hut on the Overland Track. In this blog post, I'm going to share with you all you need to know about this hike. Let's get started!
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A GUIDE TO HIKING FEDERATION PEAK IN TASMANIA
Federation Peak was my ultimate goal before leaving Tasmania, and honestly speaking, I couldn't have imagined a better ending for my 3-month long Tassie adventures. This is definitely the most brutal hike I have done in my life, both physically and mentally draining, but at the same time, extremely rewarding. Thinking of approaching it? All you need to know about this tremendous hike is included in this blog post.
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PRZEŁĘCZ POD CHŁOPKIEM IN THE HIGH TATRAS OF POLAND
Mięguszowiecka Przełęcz pod Chłopkiem is no joke! In fact, this hike is considered one of the toughest in the Tatra Mountains. Fun fact is that it took me two attempts to tick it off. I was all ready to do it in July 2022, but after speaking to some hikers at a mountain hut, I ended up changing my plans. A month later, I got back there, and this time everything went to plan. Was there really anything to be afraid of? Let's find out!
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HIKING INTO PINE VALLEY IN TASMANIA
Ever since I skipped the side trip to Pine Valley on the Overland Track, I knew I have to get back there, and do it. This is definitely one of the most rewarding walks in Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park, and an excellent base for exploring the Acropolis, and the Labyrinth Plateau. Did you skip it on the Overland Track too? Don't you worry! Pine Valley can be accessed from Lake St Clair, and done as an overnight trip.
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PRIEČNE SEDLO IN THE HIGH TATRAS OF SLOVAKIA
Priečne Sedlo is a saddle located in the High Tatras of Slovakia, connecting two beautiful valleys, kotlina Piatich Spišských Plies & Veľká Studená dolina. It's a spectacular, but technically difficult hike. The entire loop takes a whole day, includes steep and exposed sections, as well as chains and bars. In this blog post, I'm going to tell you more about Priečne Sedlo in Slovakia, one of the toughest hikes in the Tatra Mountains.
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OWL MOUNTAINS: WALKING TRAILS
The Owl Mountains are a mountain range of the Central Sudetes located in southwestern Poland. It's a beautiful region with a fascinating history, truly an enigma for historians and treasure hunters. Apart from a fair number of walking trails and viewpoints, there are many historical sites such as WWII fortifications, military forts & fortresses, as well as ruined castles. More about walking trails in the Owl Mountains here.
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OWL MOUNTAINS: TOP TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Lower Silesia hides lots of secrets. That includes the long, and turbulent history of the Owl Mountains. Have you ever heard about Project "Riese"? It's a huge system of underground tunnels built in this area between 1943 and 1945. What Nazi Germany was planning to do here is one of the biggest unsolved mysteries of WWII. In this blog post, I'm going to share with you the top tourist attractions in the Owl Mountains. Enjoy!
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MUST SEE PLACES IN BOHEMIAN SWITZERLAND [2022]
Bohemian Switzerland is a picturesque region in the north-western Czech Republic. Are you wondering why someone named a region after a county? Well... there's a story to that. About 200 years ago, Swiss painters, Anton Graff and Adrian Zingg, visited the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, and found them equally beautiful as their homeland. In this blog post, I'm going to share with you the must-see places in Bohemian Switzerland.
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A GUIDE TO HIKING IN TASMANIA
Tasmania has the best hikes in Australia, and you can't change my mind. If you're looking for some rugged multi-day adventures that will test your physical fitness, and navigation skills, this is the right place for you. Just be mindful that hiking in Tasmania is a bit of a different experience. Don't get yourself caught underprepared in a remote alpine area, and read my comprehensive guide to hiking in Tasmania. Let's go!
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WHAT’S THE BEST CITY IN AUSTRALIA TO LIVE IN?
What's the best city in Australia to live in? That's a hell of a question, right? Funnily enough, there's no right or wrong answer. It all depends on your own needs, and expectations. Would you rather live in a vibrant metropolis that never sleeps or in a laid-back city without all that hustle and bustle? Do you prefer higher or milder temperatures? Find out more about the pros and cons of living in the 8 largest Australian cities.
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