Merlin, Author at Merlin Travel Companion

Top 5 Best Countries for a Safari (From Someone Who’s Actually Been)

I’ve now done three separate safari trips across East and Southern Africa, and I still get the same question from […]

My real 5-day Dolomites hiking itinerary: Alpe di Siusi, Seceda, Lago di Braies and Tre Cime di Lavaredo, plus timing, driving routes and gear tips.

Looking for the best hiking trail in Wales? After hiking the Snowdon Ranger Path myself, I can confidently say it

There are countries that impress you for a few days, and there are countries that quietly stay in your mind

After visiting more than 80 countries, I started noticing something strange happening to me. Places that would have completely blown

Nepal is a magnificent country and, above all, a paradise for mountain hiking enthusiasts. Hundreds of hiking options are available,

By Merlin Tucked between France and Spain, Andorra is one of the smallest countries in Europe — but for hikers,

There’s something magical about landing in a city where neon lights reflect on the water, old temples hide between skyscrapers,

There is a specific kind of alchemy that happens when the right technology meets the open road. It’s the difference

Your first trip abroad can feel like opening a door to a much bigger world. Everything is exciting, but also