BY Emily Jones | Mar 14, 2019
Have you seen our new Swiss hiking video, “Benefits of Hiking?” In the video, several benefits of hiking are listed including: Cardio workout Muscle exercise Core strengthening Combat Alzheimer’s Improves blood pressure Increases bone density …
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BY Jennifer Stretton | Mar 14, 2019
Last summer I was fortunate enough to hike the Tour du Mont Blanc with award winning artist Rosie Sandifer. Not only is Rosie an amazingly talented artist, but she is also a wonderful person and …
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BY Sophie Nolan | Mar 10, 2019
So after many hours spent trying to whittle down our highlights from the Bernese Oberland Traverse, here is what we consider the best bits. It was no easy task narrowing down what Backpacker Magazine recently proclaim …
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BY Simone van Velzen | Mar 08, 2019
Winter is an amazing time to get out and about in the Alps. The white beauty and silence create unique opportunities to experience nature. Of course, spotting wildlife is the icing on the cake for …
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BY Emily Jones | Mar 07, 2019
Wearing the proper hiking socks will help you enjoy your Alpenwild tour. The average Alpenwild hiker treks anywhere from seven to ten miles per day on our Alpenwild Swiss Hiking Self-Guided and Guided Tours. If …
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BY Simone van Velzen | Mar 02, 2019
Bearded vultures (Gypaetus barbatus) lay their eggs in the middle of winter. That’s extraordinary because most birds lay their eggs in spring. But then again, most birds don’t eat bones like a bearded vulture does. …
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