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Montemagno, Tuscany Day Hike Poggio del Monte to Artimino Part 2
This is a simple Montemagno, Tuscany Day Hike. We start from the cell tower above the villages of Lucciano/Quarrata, both of which have bus service from Pistoia. There is a well-groomed trail at the end of the road at the upper limits of the village of Lucciano. The trail takes you up to the base…
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Montemagno, Tuscany Day Hike From Seravalle Pistoiese Part 1
This is a simple day hike from Seravalle Pistoiese at the beginning of Tuscan trail 300 (called double zero by locals) at the foot of the village. The trail starts at the old road over the pass (above the tunnel that the A11 cuts under the pass). The trail is well marked and dips down…
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Travel Escapes from Kampala, Uganda
This is a collection of travel and adventure activities I performed (or almost performed) while living in Kampala, Uganda in 2022-2023. They are generally weekend escapes but some are a bit longer. Many involve a bicycle, some a car (private and hired) and ultimately just about anything else I could get my posterior into. Visit…
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Malawi Outdoors on a Shoestring – Trekking, Hiking & Fun
This is a summary that previews 13 day hikes around Blantyre, Malawi, 3 weekend outings and 3 treks in the Mulanje range. It also includes additional resources such as Maps & Facts (GPS data and logistical details necessary for the reader to recreate the adventures). Costs and links to additional resources are included. Each is…
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Three Outdoor Adventures in Sardinia, Italy
This post is about three outdoor adventures in Sardinia. I provide details that include maps, costs, logistical requirements and facts as well as links to additional details, photos and videos. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. In this Sardinia series we start at the…
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Corno Grande Again, Gran Sasso Italy
This is a quick post about how I visited Corno Grande Again. This time in a very round-about way and then ultimately only to visit the cave that gave me shelter the night of the storm. This is a self-guided vacation romp with a few hikes on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper…
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How to Trek Etna Volcano, Sicily Italy
In this article I will outline how to trek Etna Volcano to the summit. I will provide details that include maps, costs, logistical requirements and facts as well as links photos and videos. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring but it can also be expensive based on the options you select. Follow the…
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The Way of the Cross Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi
The Way of the Cross hike (on the southern slopes of Michiru Forest Reserve) is a short day outing near Blantyre/Limbe, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps, logistics (check onto YOURURL.com site foe the best services) and links to additional details and GPS data. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring.…
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Mt Bangwe Peaks Hike, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi
The Mt Bangwe peaks hike is a short day outing near Blantyre/Limbe, in Southern Malawi. I provide details that include maps, logistics and links to additional details and GPS data. This is a self-guided adventure on a shoestring. Follow the links to dig deeper into the adventure. Mt Bangwe, on the eastern side of the…
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Three Mt Ndirande Hikes, Blantyre Area Hikes, Malawi
This hike has three options. A long leisurely walk along a 4×4 track to the range’s southern cell towers (known as the Kamuzu Lookout). A short hump to the top of Wall Hill (a rock climbing hill) for the views and an old structure. And finally, to the summit of Mt Ndirande. This is a…