Fact file: Popular Ireland & UK Hiking Trails
In this post, we uncover facts about some of the most popular Ireland & UK hiking trails. If I were...
8 Highlights along any Hiking Route in Ireland
Planning on embarking on a multi-day hiking trip in Europe? Still not sure whether to visit Scotland, England, Wales, Spain...
Craziest Irish Place Names
There are some very unusual place names in Ireland. Many are located along the remote hiking trails around Ireland. So...
Tips for Hikers from a Former Army Officer (Part 2)
Last month our post covered 9 tips for hikers based on the experiences of an Army Officer who is now...
9 Hiking Tips for Challenging Hikes from a Former Army Officer
We regularly hear the phrase “boots on the ground” in relation to the military, and it’s for a reason. While...
Food For Hiking – Hiking Snacks: A Hillwalk Guide
Food For Hiking At Hillwalk Tours, we know that the most important part of hiking is preparation, and the most...
Why Hiking Is A Healthy New Year’s Resolution
Yes, it’s that time of the year again. That time when we all pick ourselves up again after the odd...
25 Places To Eat On The West Highland Way (Updated for 2019)
The West Highland Way is an extremely popular hiking route and one of the best-selling tours here at Hillwalk. So...
Reasons To Go Winter Hiking
Winter hiking is probably the last thing on your mind. The weather has turned cold, the festive season is upon...
Benefits Of Solo Hiking The Camino
Solo hiking The Camino is a great way to meet people. Staying in B&Bs, visiting local bars and restaurants, and...
Pilgrimage or Walking Holiday?
We recently wrote about thru-hiking as a form of long-distance hiking. Pilgrimages and walking holidays are other types of long-distance,...
Hillwalk Guide: What Is Thru-Hiking?
What is thru-hiking you ask? The term ‘Thru-hiking’ was made particularly popular in the U.S., most commonly associated with the...
