The truth about group trekking, guided adventures, and whether it’s right for your next big journey.

When planning a major adventure, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing between hiking boots vs. trail shoes. The right footwear can elevate your trek, while the wrong choice can lead to blisters, rolled ankles, or even a failed summit attempt. Whether you're preparing for Everest Base Camp, trekking the Inca Trail, or exploring the gentle hills of the Cotswolds Way, understanding the difference between boots and trail shoes will help you choose what’s best for your  feet...

Planning a trek to Machu Picchu is one of the most exciting decisions an adventurer can make — but with so many legendary routes weaving through the Andes, how do you choose the one that fits your travel style, fitness level, and appetite for culture or solitude? The Inca Trail , Salkantay Trek , and Lares Trek  each offer breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural encounters, and that magical finale at Machu Picchu… but they’re wildly different experiences. Below, we compare these three iconic...