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We’re back to … back!

. . . 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.…

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Activity Asia Do Something Different Fun History New Products Pacific Technology

Kuga Birds are go!

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…

2026-08-030Comments

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Design and Art Do Something Different Europe For the Family History Take the Train The Thinking Traveller

Love is all you need.

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…

2026-08-030Comments

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Adventure Do Something Different For Women Only Spend Wisely Travel Solo

Solo, so good.

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…

2026-08-010Comments

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Activity Adventure Do Something Different Europe History Mindfulness

Every step you take.

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…

2026-07-310Comments

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Adventure Dark Tourism Do Something Different History The Thinking Traveller

Just a step away.

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…

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Adventure Automobiles and More Do Something Different North America

Can you get there from there?

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…

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Do Something Different For the Family Fun Funny

A little bit of Cory

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…

2026-07-140Comments

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Adventure Deals Do Something Different Europe Fun History Special Offers / Deals

Forlorn on the Bayeux

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…

2026-07-130Comments

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Activity Adventure Do Something Different Europe For the Family Fun The Thinking Traveller

Paris Bikes? Bike & Subscribe!

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…

2026-07-120Comments

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Check Djibouti?

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…

2026-07-120Comments

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Adventure Asia Do Something Different Special Offers / Deals Take the Train

Yan’s Sinking feeling?

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…

2026-07-110Comments

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Asia Automobiles and More Do Something Different

Shenzhen, then?

If you are planning an adventure into China, Shenzhen is arguably the most logical, low-stress, and utterly fascinating place to start. Just a few decades ago, Shenzhen was a quiet fishing village of 30,000 people. Today, sitting in the Guangdong province directly across the border from Hong Kong, it is a hyper-futuristic metropolis of…

2026-07-100Comments

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Adventure Asia Design and Art Do Something Different History

Jakarta. Are you ready?

Even the most of us intrepid travelers don't really get the chance to visit the places that we read about, hear about and sometimes dream about. There are reasons as long as your arm which might impeded your longing. That shouldn't stop you, and you still should do your utmost to be the…

2026-07-080Comments

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Adventure Design and Art Do Something Different Europe Life of Luxury

Kick up your heels.

We're just regular folks here at matouring. We don't ask for much and that's how it should be: share and share alike when you can. But when something so unexpected, so lush, so decadent comes our way, how can we not even stick our nose in the door, or our toes in the…

2026-07-070Comments

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Activity Do Something Different History Life of Luxury North America Take the Train

Maritimes, or merry times?

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…

2026-07-070Comments

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Adventure Do Something Different History North America Special Offers / Deals Take the Train

Rail trail.

Hey, that's Grand Central Station you must be hollering out to your friends and family! But chances are you are preaching to the converted. If you've been to NYC, or even wandered through its history, the cacophony and the sheer volume of humans who pass through each day, it's one of the world's best…

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Activity Do Something Different Europe Fun Funny History Partytime The Thinking Traveller

Luvelee, innit?

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. …

2026-07-050Comments

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Activity Adventure Do Something Different For the Family Nature & the Environment Pacific

Feeling sheepish? It’s not baaaad.

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…

2026-07-040Comments

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Adventure Africa Do Something Different For the Family Life of Luxury The Thinking Traveller

A flash in the Desert.

One by one, country by country, city by city, countries are finally recognizing that rail is not the future, it's now. We don't have to bang on and on like we do here at Matouring. We know that rail is (or should be) the king of travel for every country. So it's…

2026-07-040Comments

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