H.G. Wells: "Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race."
We periodically update our posts on the benefits and wonders of riding a bike, no matter your age. Cycling offers a remarkably potent combination of cardiovascular conditioning, joint preservation, and cognitive stimulation, making it…
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Psst. Wanna see the Inside passage? We reckon that most of you looking at this post will be curious, if not squealing with delight. That's because you've probably been hoping and dreaming about being able to make such a trek. Well, we here at Matouring always do our best to make your…
Rail is the place to be. Most every country in the world uses rail as a De facto way of getting around. We here at Matouring extoll the virtues of rail over and over again until we're blue in the face. That's why we promote rail so much. But one country…
Want to get your motor running? Want to head out on the highway? Spain is the place. Some superb areas in Spain for a quiet road trip include Extremadura (historic towns and castles), Teruel and the Aragonese interior (rugged mountains and empty roads), Almería and the Alpujarras (deserts and remote mountain villages), and Interior…
As thick as this post may seem, and as (probably) confusing as it's title is, your editor has had an on and off relationship with Iceland for quite a while. We've been several times, and your editor's intrepid son, had a good time, but I walked away a bit disappointed. C'est la vie, we…
. . . and what an adventure we've had. We'll assemble everything we can to deliver as good a time as we did. Stay tuned as the posts work their way to you. And, thanks for sticking with us as we endeavour to share as much of the planet as we can.…
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 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…
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…
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…
So nice, they named it twice. Bora Bora—a tiny volcanic island in French Polynesia surrounded by a protective coral reef—is widely regarded as the ultimate luxury escape. While the world is full of beautiful tropical islands, Bora Bora stands completely alone in the travel landscape because of its unique geological layout. It isn't…
Why can't they be both? Well, they can! Click here Highlands, islands, wild tides and good times in the Maritimes Experience the charms of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island on a 12-day exploration of Canada’s
Maritime provinces. Discover the rocky shores of Peggy’s. Walk the stunning…
If you have a dainty stomach, or don't enjoy a little bit of OTT humour, you might wish to leave the room or go on to another activity. This is a silly (perhaps AI a bit) poke at the British. We can post this because we are British through and through. …
Hopping on jets and cruise ships is surely one of life's best pleasures. You know where you're going and you can't wait to get there. And, with today's selections of destinations and activities, the sky's the limit. But if you've kind of hit the wall with the typical places to frolic, may…
In our household, football (and that means European and international with the round ball that you kick with your feet and not throw with your arm) is massive. To wit: The FIFA Men's World Cup holds the record for the highest attendance of any world championship. The tournament in North America has shattered all…
Cairo is a city that fully earns its Arabic moniker, Umm al-Dunya (The Mother of the World). Visiting it at least once is essential because it offers an intense, unfiltered journey through millennia of human civilization. Very few places on Earth allow you to stand in the shadow of an ancient world wonder, walk down…
With the world in an uproar and this moment in time, it's often a bit of a salve that we could benefit from. Once again, we bring to light our European travel and holiday partners Belvilla. We love them because they're not the everyday. They're also not everywhere, which makes them…