Editor’s Choice

The GR20 in Corsica is widely regarded as the most scenic and rugged of Europe’s long distance trails. Originally conceived by mountineer, Michel Fabrickant in the 1970′s the route runs diagonally north to south traversing Corsica’s mountinous interior. In all the distance is about 180km. Early this year we joined Ian’s sister, Anne and brother-in-law, Terry to walk the southern section of the trail from Vivazzona to Conca – they walked the entire trail from Calenzana to Conca. Check out Anne’s account of their GR20 walk which includes useful info…

Brugge is very pretty, really photogenic people told me hearing I was planning a visit to the beautifully preserved Medieval town in Belgium – adding, don’t forget your camera. It started me thinking about photo tours as a way of discovering a place. Walking a city with someone who knew it in all light and weather, who could show you the angles, prompt you to look again, tell you a little of its history and especially, give some friendly advice on how to get the best out of your camera so you return home with shots to treasure – what better way to come to know a place?

From beaches to mountains this lovely part of northern Spain encompassing Cantabria and eastern Asturias is a treasure trove of landscapes full of winding scenic roads and, surprisingly near at hand.