Travel Planning & Tips

Plan your nature trips with confidence using practical travel planning advice. This category covers travel insurance, accommodation, tours and experiences, packing tips, and essential planning guides to help you prepare for safe, enjoyable outdoor adventures.

  • Devon Best Beaches and Coastal Viewpoints

    Devon Best Beaches and Coastal Viewpoints

    If you’re searching for the Devon best beaches and coastal viewpoints, you’re in the right place. From golden surfing bays in North Devon to dramatic clifftop lookouts in the South Hams, Devon offers some of the UK’s most spectacular coastal scenery. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a wild swimming adventure, or a sunset photography…

  • Ultralight Tents & Shelters for Adventure

    Ultralight Tents & Shelters for Adventure

    If you’re planning a remote adventure, choosing the right ultralight tents can make or break your experience. Ultralight tents are designed to be compact, fast to set up, highly packable, and easy to carry over long distances — making them ideal for wild camping and off-grid travel across the UK and beyond. In this guide, we compare…

  • UK Car Hire for Holidays: What to Look For, Why It’s Worth It & Smart Tips

    UK Car Hire for Holidays: What to Look For, Why It’s Worth It & Smart Tips

    Planning UK car hire for holidays can transform your trip — giving you freedom to explore charming countryside, dramatic coastlines, and remote Scottish Highlands at your own pace. Whether you’re flying into England and heading north to the Lakes, or planning a road trip through Wales or Cornwall, choosing the right rental car is essential for comfort,…

  • Cornwall Best Beaches and Coastal Viewpoints

    Cornwall Best Beaches and Coastal Viewpoints

    If you’re searching for the Cornwall best beaches and coastal viewpoints, this guide covers 20 spectacular spots — from world-famous sandy bays to dramatic clifftop panoramas and hidden coves. Whether you’re planning a summer swim, a storm-watching walk, or golden-hour photography, Cornwall’s coastline offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in the UK. 1. Kynance Cove Why…

  • County Travel Guide UK: Explore Britain Region by Region

    County Travel Guide UK: Explore Britain Region by Region

    – With Nature Travel Guide At Nature Travel Guide, we’re excited to introduce a new series designed to help you explore the very best of Britain — one county at a time. Our new County Travel Guide UK series is launching to help readers explore the very best nature destinations across Britain, one region at a time, alongside…

  • How to Layer Clothing for British Weather

    How to Layer Clothing for British Weather

    How to layer clothing for British weather is essential knowledge for anyone spending time outdoors in the UK, where sunshine, wind, and rain can all arrive in a single day. Whether you’re hiking, camping, dog walking, or heading into the hills, knowing how to layer clothing properly keeps you warm, dry, and comfortable without carrying…

  • Binoculars vs Spotting Scopes Guide: Which Is Right for You?

    Binoculars vs Spotting Scopes Guide: Which Is Right for You?

    If you’re deciding between optics for wildlife watching, birding, hiking or coastal viewing, this Binoculars vs Spotting Scopes Guide can save you money and make your outdoor experiences far more enjoyable. Both tools bring distant subjects closer, but they serve very different purposes depending on how, where, and how often you explore outdoors. This guide explains…

  • Best Hiking Backpacks 2026: Ultimate Outdoor Backpack for Adventurers

    Best Hiking Backpacks 2026: Ultimate Outdoor Backpack for Adventurers

    Whether you’re hitting rugged trails, walking scenic routes, or planning multi-day expeditions, having the right gear makes all the difference. In this ultimate backpack guide, we break down the best hiking backpacks 2026, backpacks for day hikes vs. multi-day trips.  Daypacks vs. Multi-Day Backpacks: What’s Right for You? Daypacks are designed for single-day adventures — lightweight, comfortable, and…

  • Best Time to See Puffins in the UK (2026 Guide)

    Best Time to See Puffins in the UK (2026 Guide)

    The best time to see puffins in the UK is between late April and early August, when these charismatic seabirds return to coastal cliffs and islands to breed. During these months, puffins can be seen nesting, socialising, and flying back and forth with beaks full of fish — making it the perfect season for wildlife lovers and photographers…

  • The Ultimate Winter Iceland Ring Road Trip – 9 days

    The Ultimate Winter Iceland Ring Road Trip – 9 days

    I have just shared the Ultimate Winter Iceland Ring Road Trip Itinerary. It is a honest realistic guide. I did this trip on a budget but you can choose hospitality and activities to suit your desired budget. Iceland can be quite costly but there are ways of cutting costs like limiting eating out and staying…

  • How to Adventure Safely During Short Winter Days

    How to Adventure Safely During Short Winter Days

    How to Adventure Safely During Short Winter Days : Short winter days change the rhythm of outdoor adventures. The light disappears faster, the weather can turn quickly, and plans that felt relaxed in summer suddenly feel rushed. But shorter daylight doesn’t mean staying indoors — it just means planning a little smarter. With a few…

  • Make the most of the Northern Lights season!

    Make the most of the Northern Lights season!

    Right now we are in a peak period of auroral activity. In this post I give you tips and advice on how to maximise your own chances of seeing them! Now first off I’m not an auroral physicist but I have been photographing the Northern Lights in England for the past 3 years and I…

  • A Practical Guide to Ethical Wildlife Viewing

    A Practical Guide to Ethical Wildlife Viewing

    Ethical wildlife viewing is about observing animals in ways that minimise disturbance, respect their needs, and avoid altering their natural behaviour. These general principles apply whether you are watching birds in a local park, photographing mammals on safari, or encountering marine life while snorkelling. The aim is not to restrict enjoyment, but to ensure that…

  • Essential Packing List for Your Outdoor Adventure – Beginner Friendly

    Essential Packing List for Your Outdoor Adventure – Beginner Friendly

    Heading out into nature is exciting—but knowing what gear to take can also be confusing. Too many guides focus on extreme survival setups or expensive equipment that beginners simply don’t need. This beginner-friendly packing list covers the essential gear you actually need to stay comfortable, safe, and prepared—without overpacking or overspending. Whether you’re planning a short hike, a…