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Last weekend, my wife and I visited Ghent, Belgium, and captured this immersive walking tour. From stunning gothic architecture to cozy medieval alleys, we made sure to visit as many beautiful spots as possible. Filmed in crystal-clear 4K 60FPS with immersive ambient ASMR sounds. We hope this walk brings a little bit of Ghent's magic straight to your screen!
Captured this during my trek and honestly the clouds looked unreal that morning.
One of those mountain moments where you just stop walking for a minute and keep staring at the view.
Thinking of crossing the Øresund Bridge? Do it! Malmö is just 35 mins away and feels completely different. Walkable, full of cozy cafes, and way cheaper than Denmark. Perfect for a quick Swedish escape without the Stockholm price tag. What's your favorite day trip?
Long-haul flights can be one of the hardest parts of travel, especially when you’re dealing with cramped seats, exhaustion, jet lag, and hours of trying to stay comfortable on a plane. To help make that long journey easier, I asked some frequent flyers to share their best tips for surviving long-haul flights.
I am the queen of blistered feet. Ever since I was little, I’ve had constant problems with blisters, so over the years I’ve come up with a solid plan for preventing them. But travel adds a whole new layer of stress — which shoes should I pack? Which ones are actually right for this trip? And which pair is least likely to leave me limping halfway through the day?
Nothing ruins a vacation faster than painful blisters, especially when you have long sightseeing days ahead. The good news is that with the right shoes and a few blister-prevention essentials, you can avoid most of the problem before it starts.
After years of dealing with this on walking-heavy trips, these are the blister-prevention steps I rely on most when traveling. Here are the things to keep in mind before your trip, plus what to pack during your travels so you’re prepared.
I wrote a fun blog about going on a group fitness/social trip that changed my perspective on life.
I used to think solo travel sounded awkward as hell. Group trips were always forced upon me while in the Military...
And... Honestly? Traveling solo with a group ended up being one of the best experiences I’ve had in years.
You skip the pressure of coordinating friends, meet people who are actually open to connection, and somehow bond faster through shared experiences than normal day-to-day life.
I recently did trips through Nicaragua and Egypt with Surf Yoga Beer, where we surfed, trained, scuba dived, explored islands in the Red Sea, and visited ancient sites… and it completely changed my perspective on travel.
I also realized how important hydration, recovery, sleep, and even creatine become when you’re constantly moving through flights, heat, workouts, and adventures across time zones.
Curious if anyone else has had unexpectedly meaningful experiences traveling solo with a group?
Experience a sun-drenched spring walk through one of the Netherlands' most iconic cities. We'll journey from the bustling heart of Den Haag, through its stunning architectural contrasts, all the way to the refreshing shores of Scheveningen.
Started as a random plan with almost no expectations and somehow turned into one of those trips we still keep talking about 😭 Sleepless bus rides, random food stops, getting lost twice, taking way too many pictures and somehow bonding with strangers over the dumbest things.Made us realise most travel memories are never really about perfect itineraries, it’s always the random moments in between.
That’s honestly one of the reasons we started
r/gjexperiences too.
Wanted to build a small space where people could share travel stories, hidden spots, chaotic moments and random experiences like these
I travel weekly, primarily on Delta. In those travels I get to see all shades of business travelers. On my current flight (Mother’s Day) Delta was donating all proceeds for snack sales to Breast Cancer awareness. The FA announced that on the prior flight a passenger donated funds to buy for their current flight as well as the return flight (my flight). While the travelers who are under stress or dealing with unintended changes to their schedule often show their frustration for all to see, it is great to see the flip side present itself. We need more of this. Happy Mother’s Day to all those traveling.
Every trip has that one random story, hidden place, chaotic moment or picture that deserves to be shared
So we started r/gjexperiences for exactly that.
A small community where people can share-
• travel stories
• hidden spots
• aesthetic pictures
• travel recommendations
• solo trip moments
• random travel chaos
• literally anything travel related 🌴
Would honestly love seeing people share their experiences here and build a fun travel community together 👀
Headphones, snacks, chargers, skincare…
what’s your must carry? 👀
A short video from me exploring the Welsh countryside 🫶🏻
Kondus Valley, nestled in the Ghanche District of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, is a hidden gem with granite towers and breathtaking natural beauty. Located 150 km from Skardu and 50 km from Khaplu, the valley shares boundaries with China and India, and sits at an altitude of 9,500 feet above sea level. With a population of approximately 10,000 people, the valley is rich in natural and cultural diversity, offering stunning views of the Karakoram range.
The valley has gained attention for its challenging rock climbing routes, particularly the Changi Tower, a granite rock spire suitable for elite rock climbers and high-altitude photographers. The best time to visit Kondus Valley is from June to September.
However, the valley has faced recent challenges due to climate change, with floods sweeping away homes, roads, and fields. You can donate to support the cause, with options to sponsor full or partial houses.
I'm building a multilingual travel platform built around free interactive tools instead of articles. Packing list builders, country comparison tools, budget calculators, vaccine and health maps. All free, all built to rank on organic search.
The model behind it: travelers never pay. Booking platforms, airlines, insurance companies, and tour operators pay affiliate commissions when someone books through the site. The traveler planning a trip to Japan doesn't need a subscription — they need a good tool that actually helps them prepare. When they book the JR pass or a hostel through it, the company covers the cost.
The bet is that interactive tools compound better in search than evergreen articles, and that trust is easier to build when you're not asking people for money up front.
For example: https://pack-lightly.com/tool/
Probably obvious to some, but it's a different starting point than most travel content I see — would be curious whether anyone else here has gone the tool-first route and whether the SEO actually holds long-term compared to traditional content.
I've been trying to get back into the swing of things when it comes to creative travel writing.
I've not been able to get the Nakasendo Trail in Japan out of my head since I walked it in March so decided to get my thoughts down.
https://open.substack.com/pub/nikmortimer/p/hiking-the-nakasendo-trail
Longer than I initally envisaged but really happy with how it came out.
Waking up in Kalpa felt unreal — cold mountain air, complete silence, and stunning morning views of the majestic Kinner Kailash Range glowing under the first sunlight. It was one of those peaceful mornings where you just sit back and admire how beautiful the Himalayas can be.
Later, we headed towards the famous Suicide Point Kalpa — and the vibe instantly changed from calm to thrilling. Standing near the edge with the massive Kinnaur Valley beneath us was both terrifying and mesmerizing at the same time. The sharp cliffs, winding roads, strong winds, and endless mountain views made this experience unforgettable.
Kalpa turned out to be the perfect final stop of my journey — a place where peace and adventure existed together. Ending this trip here felt special, and this vlog captures those final memories from the Himalayas that I’ll always carry with me ❤️