We'll be back on the 17th of August, to give you some new travel ideas & more. Don't forget that there are loads of posts for you to enjoy, as well.
See you soon!
I am British, but have lived in a number of places over the years. I've visited even more, just like you, I reckon. In the 1960's and 1970's, Britain was on the top of many things. Tech was one, and a highlight of Britain's prowess were the hover crafts that powered the…
We will state right here, right now, that there is only one great rock band. And that band can only be The Beatles. They turned pop music upside down, and left the other bands sitting in the dust. The older you get, the more you know that I'm right. Your editor's…
As you'll know, we're all about travel here at Matouring. One of our fave activities is rail. It's the best and most sensible way of girdling the globe, no matter where you are. 15 to 20 countries with top-tier, highly reliable rail and high-speed networks. Leading nations with world-renowned systems include Japan,…
As the world numbers of humans continues to climb, space and patience goes with it. Of course, it's fantastic that our planet is open to one and all, but we all must be mindful of where we are and how we treat Mother Nature. One win-win solution is to plant yourself - even…
We know that Matouring's audience are curious, adventuresome and always on the lookout for something new. We're that way too. Every morning, we discuss what we should feature on the site: there is no shortage, that's for sure. But this post, courtesy of Germany's always smart and informative excellent DW, we…
Despite what you sometimes see on social media, not everyone is bouncing around, shrouded by friends and endless frivolity. There are those hardy souls on the planet just want some peace and quiet. And that doubles for some who prefer to make a quieter footprint as they discover their world. Either way, "it's…
Sometimes, you need to get over yourself in order to get over yourself. Everyone is watching. We have the perfect example. Netflix have recently dropped a rather hilarious tale of the toll that vanity takes. And in this case, what starts as a catastrophe, becomes an epiphany. Walk the Camino…
We were ready to step into a small and self-absorbed soliloquy about big bad governments fighting with each other, leaving a wake that requires its residents to clean up the mess. It's true, of course, and sometimes we are just a footstep away from joy or laughter. Pity some parts of Russia, for…
Looking for a thrill? If you're an avid driver and want to "jump across" borders (in this case) between (Canada and the USA) (not that you would necessarily want to get there in this current place in time in humanity) there is a rather pleasant and relaxing method to take the Scenic Route…
Hello again! We're back from our own adventures and are here to get you stoked and ready to experience the time of your life in one of the best-loved and most relaxing locations. Any ideas? The answer is Puerto Rico Why? It's unique because it combines being the only tropical rainforest in…
We're taking a well-deserved holiday with friends & family. Don't forget that there are loads of posts, ideas and fun while we're away. For more posts click here
Hope you have fun, too.
Init, though? No matter where you're from, you will always leave a little bit of you when you go. It could be the weather. It could be the food. It could be the people. No matter, they matter to you. We brits are no different. The only difference…
We love history. The more the better. Climb every mountain, ford every stream? That's us. The more you learn about history, the more you'll understand why history is history, and why things happen. And why they happen again and again.
Most historians are sensible, down-to-earth and eminently curious. They…
Ready for more fun and education on how to spend your holidays and how not to? Regular readers will know today's wizard, The UK's Walk with me Tim. We've featured him a number of times for several reasons. He's funny, kind of tongue in cheek, kind of cheeky, but ever so smart when…
From our perspective, those two words, the subject and the location must surely be making your heart race, just as much as the bikes themselves will do for you (as long as you're safe and thoughtful.) And, yes, as you might expect, we have just the ticket for you. You may never want…
We like to watch You Tube's Davud Akhundzada. He's kind, thoughtful and thorough when he posts a new episode. It's almost like he is sending videos of his adventures back to his family. He's also tireless, so he leaves a legacy of videos that you can rewind and benefit from as the…
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is unveiling a first look at its Star Seeker – a 224-guest, brand-new ship that will debut in January of 2026. Star Seeker will have 112 spacious suites, all but ten featuring a full private veranda or floor-to-ceiling infinity window. The ship also boasts five dining options (all are…
Hardly! Luyuanping (鹿院坪) is a breathtaking, highly secluded canyon village in Enshi, Hubei Province, China. It is famously isolated and completely inaccessible by standard roads or railways, requiring visitors to hike or take a cable car to reach the village floor. We love YouTube's Yan, from Little Chinese Everywhere. If China has been…
"The English mist is always at work like a subtle painter, and London is a vast canvas prepared for the mist to work on." Your editor lived in the UK for decades. I was born to British parents. Brothers and sisters, the same. It's not perfect, but that doesn't stop the tourists.…