It's not nice to fool Mother Nature. You'll only get in deeper trouble. Here's an example. We were watching a Netflix show the other night about the time where, in New Zealand, the country was taken by surprise by an completely unexpected volcano eruption. On 9 December 2019, Whakaari / White Island, an…
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Arrr. Erm, we meant ahhh. "Sailing takes me away takes me away to where I've always heard it could be" Many thanks to that smooth crooner, Christopher Cross for his eternally optimistic chanson, Sailing. He smoothly guides you to where you know that you have no choice. And that's a good…
Are you worried? Afraid of heights? For Europe lovers, or adventurers in general, one of the biggest thrills there has to be The Matterhorn. The Matterhorn is one of the most iconic yet unforgiving peaks in the world. As of 2026, it remains the "deadliest mountain in Switzerland," with a reputation that often…
We thank our lucky stars here at Matouring. We get to do what we want (which is to hopefully make you happy with the latest adventures, deals and news.) Even with our rather smaller footprint on the web, our affiliates and partners seem to like what we do. So when a company…
Oz? Aaahs. It's the place you want to be, even if it's a hike. Or, several flights, in reality. You can't say no. Our affiliate partners, Tui have just the right way to make your holiday go swimingly. How about an adventure where you are the wizard of Oz?…
We've always been big fans of rail. From the time your editor heard trains echoing while I was young and being asked to go to sleep. The sound. The Rumble. I've also lived for many decades in England, where rail is expected, not a nice to have. With rail readily at…
They're so cute you want to squeeze them, but they're also cold and wet. That may not be the holiday mix that you're looking for, especially since this is Iceland. But, you'll certainly warm up to the idea and also to the deep sea residents who live there. Welcome to the Eldheimar…
If you've wondered about our whereabouts, we've been in South America, this time in Chile. We were wowed in so many ways and will be bringing you our fresh pics, videos, stories and more. Suffice to say, there's a lot to write about. Chile might just blow your mind. Let's jump right…
No, Mr. Bond. I expect you to dine.
“My hovercraft is full of eels!” line from Monty Python
“In Iceland, you can see the contours of the mountains wherever you go, and the swell of the hills, and always beyond that the horizon.”
“Take a walk with a turtle. And behold the world in pause.” – Bruce Feiler
Here's a timely post, one focused on one of the more popular countries at the moment, and that would be Canada. It's always been there, for sure, but it's only been in the past few years where it's really had its place in the sun (even if there's snow.) People usually think of…
As of this posting, the world is still grappling with the herkie jerky activities of the United States president. We won't waste any time on that, but will aim our focus on other ways to while away the hours until he goes away. There are plenty of other places to go if you…
“A journey into the wilderness is the freest, cheapest, most non-privileged of pleasures. Anyone with two legs and the price of a pair of army surplus boots may enter.” – Paul Theroux
Life’s a rollercoaster. You’re up one minute; you’re down one minute. But who doesn’t like rollercoasters? *Connor McGregor
How many Zen buddhists does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Three — one to change it, one to not-change it and one to both change-and not-change it.
Not a Pitcairn. Geddit? Not a Pit care in the world. Ha ha.
Ready for something really unique? Something where you can be pretty darned sure that your friends haven't beaten you to it? Well, fret no more. We have it for you: Mt Toubkal. First off, a little primer. Mt Toubkal is the highest peak in North Africa, and offers an…
“Tibet is so high that it is often called the Roof of the World.”