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Why You Should Ski Tour in North Macedonia: The Balkans’ Hidden Gem

Aug 22, 2025

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6 min read

Why You Should Ski Tour in North Macedonia: The Balkans’ Hidden Gem

Ski touring in North Macedonia combines untouched snow, cross-border adventure, rich culture, and warm hospitality — creating a destination that is as enriching as it is exhilarating.

Destinations

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Backcountry Ski

Neah Dhillon

Ski-Touring’s Best Kept Secret: The Ultimate North Macedonia Guide

Aug 22, 2025

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19 min read

Ski-Touring’s Best Kept Secret: The Ultimate North Macedonia Guide

Unlike crowded Alpine resorts, North Macedonia’s Sharr Mountains and National Parks offer vast, pristine powder slopes — a hidden gem for skiers seeking solitude and adventure.

Destinations

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Backcountry Ski

Antonio Cambise, +1

The Evolution of Ski-Touring in North Macedonia

Aug 20, 2025

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7 min read

The Evolution of Ski-Touring in North Macedonia

Discover how ski touring in North Macedonia evolved from a local pursuit into a Balkan adventure hotspot — blending wild terrain, deep snow, and passion for backcountry exploration.

Destinations

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Backcountry Ski

Neah Dhillon

The Best Hiking Adventures In Greece: Samaria Gorge and Menalon Trail - A Guide

May 7, 2024

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23 min read

The Best Hiking Adventures In Greece: Samaria Gorge and Menalon Trail - A Guide

The Samaria Gorge hike in Crete and the Menalon Trail in the Peloponnese rank among Greece's most celebrated hiking trails.

Destinations

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Hiking

Antonio Cambise

Your Guide for Hiking Mount Olympus: Mytikas Peak and Other Best Routes

May 2, 2024

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14 min read

Your Guide for Hiking Mount Olympus: Mytikas Peak and Other Best Routes

Climb legendary Mount Olympus with our guide to Mytikas Peak, alternative beginner routes, mountain refuges, and more — for epic Greek adventures and mountain stoke.

Destinations

Mountaineering

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Antonio Cambise

Rock Climbing in Greece: A Guide for Climbing in Kalymnos, Leonidio, Meteora and Crete

Apr 18, 2024

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26 min read

Rock Climbing in Greece: A Guide for Climbing in Kalymnos, Leonidio, Meteora and Crete

Discover Greece’s rock climbing paradise: Kalymnos, Leonidio, Meteora & Crete. From epic limestone cliffs to hidden gems, plan your climbing with expert help from the MapoTapo crew.

Destinations

Rock Climbing

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Antonio Cambise

The Ultimate Sardinia Outdoor Guide: Hiking and Climbing in the Mediterranean Sea

Apr 4, 2024

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44 min read

The Ultimate Sardinia Outdoor Guide: Hiking and Climbing in the Mediterranean Sea

Discover Sardinia’s ultimate outdoor adventures with our guide — from sport-climbing routes and epic multi-pitches to scenic hiking trails, budgeting tips, and travel advice.

Destinations

Rock Climbing

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Hiking

Antonio Cambise

A Complete Guide to Mont Blanc For Any Outdoor Sports Lover: Hiking, Climbing, and Ski-Touring in the Heart of the Alps

Mar 15, 2024

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27 min read

A Complete Guide to Mont Blanc For Any Outdoor Sports Lover: Hiking, Climbing, and Ski-Touring in the Heart of the Alps

Your complete guide to hiking, climbing & ski-touring Mont Blanc. Expert route tips, gear advice, itineraries, budget planning, and insider know-how from the MapoTapo crew.

Destinations

Mountaineering

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Hiking

Mont Blanc

Antonio Cambise

Discovering Mallorca: Your Ultimate Guide to the Destination and Its Best Outdoor Experiences

Mar 12, 2024

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39 min read

Discovering Mallorca: Your Ultimate Guide to the Destination and Its Best Outdoor Experiences

Your passport to uncovering the myriad treasures of Mallorca, from its sun-kissed beaches to its rugged mountains and outdoor activities!

Destinations

Rock Climbing

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Hiking

Antonio Cambise

How to Plan Your Next Self-Guided Alpine Walking Holiday

Jul 14, 2023

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10 min read

How to Plan Your Next Self-Guided Alpine Walking Holiday

How to plan your alpine walking holiday — routes, huts, gear, safety and logistics for self-guided and guided trips across Europe’s most breath-taking mountain landscapes.

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Hiking

Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

5 Mind-Blowing Hiking Trails You Shouldn't Miss Around Lake Como

Jul 13, 2023

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8 min read

5 Mind-Blowing Hiking Trails You Shouldn't Miss Around Lake Como

Discover five of the most scenic summer hiking trails around Lake Como’s mountains — from forest loops and waterfalls to panoramic ridgelines and alpine summits.

Destinations

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Hiking

Antonio Cambise

A Comprehensive Guide To The Mont Blanc Hike and Tour du Mont Blanc

Jul 13, 2023

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10 min read

A Comprehensive Guide To The Mont Blanc Hike and Tour du Mont Blanc

Discover Europe’s most iconic alpine circuit — how to plan, budget, and prepare for the unforgettable Tour du Mont Blanc trek through France, Italy, and Switzerland.

Destinations

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Hiking

Mont Blanc

Antonio Cambise

5 Best Guided & Self-Guided Walking Holidays in Austria

Jul 3, 2023

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8 min read

5 Best Guided & Self-Guided Walking Holidays in Austria

Discover five of Austria’s best walking holidays — from guided alpine treks to self-guided trails through lakes, valleys, and breath-taking mountain scenery.

Destinations

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Hiking

Antonio Cambise

5 Outdoor Activity Holidays in Europe You Should Try

Jul 3, 2023

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13 min read

5 Outdoor Activity Holidays in Europe You Should Try

Trade routine for adventure — hike, climb, paddle, and explore five European destinations that redefine what an outdoor holiday can be.

Rock Climbing

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Hiking

Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

Biking Italy: The Best Tips for 5 must-do Italian Cycling Tours

Jul 3, 2023

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14 min read

Biking Italy: The Best Tips for 5 must-do Italian Cycling Tours

From the Dolomites to Sicily, explore Italy’s most unforgettable cycling routes — five iconic rides with breath-taking landscapes, rich culture, and pure pedalling freedom.

Destinations

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Biking

Antonio Cambise

How To Pack Your Rucksack For One-day and Multi-day Summer Hikes In Europe

Jul 3, 2023

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6 min read

How To Pack Your Rucksack For One-day and Multi-day Summer Hikes In Europe

Pack your rucksack like a pro — for a one-day summer hike or a multi-day trek. Tips on gear, organisation, weight balance, clothing and more for comfortable walking adventures.

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Hiking

Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

The Best Tuscany Walking Routes: A Complete Guide for Hikers and Hill Walkers

Jul 3, 2023

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9 min read

The Best Tuscany Walking Routes: A Complete Guide for Hikers and Hill Walkers

Walk with us through Tuscany’s rolling hills, olive groves, and stone villages — a hiker’s journey through Italy’s most enchanting countryside.

Destinations

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Hiking

Antonio Cambise

A complete guide for backpacking in the Alps

Jun 21, 2023

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8 min read

A complete guide for backpacking in the Alps

From rugged peaks to wildflower meadows — discover how to plan, pack, and hike your dream backpacking adventure through the Alps.

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Hiking

Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

Fueling Your Hiking Adventures: Essential Nutrients and 30 Easy-to-Pack Lunch Ideas

Jun 21, 2023

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5 min read

Fueling Your Hiking Adventures: Essential Nutrients and 30 Easy-to-Pack Lunch Ideas

Fuel your next hike with these 30 simple, packable lunches — a perfect balance of flavour, energy, and adventure-ready nutrition.

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Hiking

Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

Rock Climbing in Kalymnos: Your Essential Travel and Climbing Guide to Greece's Adventure Paradise

Jun 21, 2023

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11 min read

Rock Climbing in Kalymnos: Your Essential Travel and Climbing Guide to Greece's Adventure Paradise

Discover why Kalymnos is the ultimate climbing destination — top crags, local tips, travel advice, and everything you need for your climbing trip.

Destinations

Rock Climbing

Blog

Antonio Cambise

Spain — the best rock-climbing in Europe? Three Areas You Can't Miss!

Jun 21, 2023

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28 min read

Spain — the best rock-climbing in Europe? Three Areas You Can't Miss!

From the sun-drenched cliffs of Mallorca to Catalunya’s wild crags — discover why Spain might just be Europe’s ultimate climbing paradise.

Destinations

Rock Climbing

Blog

Antonio Cambise

Stop Confusion Between Hiking And Trekking: 5 Main Differences

Jun 21, 2023

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5 min read

Stop Confusion Between Hiking And Trekking: 5 Main Differences

Hiking or trekking? They’re not the same. Discover what truly sets them apart and which adventure suits you best.

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Hiking

Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

Peloponnese's Hidden Rock Climbing Gem: A Guide to Ermionida, Greece

May 4, 2023

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12 min read

Peloponnese's Hidden Rock Climbing Gem: A Guide to Ermionida, Greece

Sunlit limestone, turquoise seas, and peaceful crags — Ermionida is Greece’s best-kept climbing secret waiting to be explored.

Destinations

Rock Climbing

Blog

Antonio Cambise

Mar 30, 2023

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12 min read

A climber’s guide to climate action

Climbing connects us to nature — now it’s time to give back. Explore how your actions on and off the wall can make a difference.

Rock Climbing

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Lifestyle

Antonio Cambise

Climbing and bouldering spots you shouldn't miss on your holiday to Cyprus

Mar 21, 2023

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8 min read

Climbing and bouldering spots you shouldn't miss on your holiday to Cyprus

Between sea cliffs and mountain valleys, Cyprus offers more than beaches — explore the island’s secret climbing and bouldering playgrounds.

Destinations

Rock Climbing

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Antonio Cambise

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Why You Should Ski Tour in North Macedonia: The Balkans’ Hidden Gem

Ski-Touring’s Best Kept Secret: The Ultimate North Macedonia Guide

The Evolution of Ski-Touring in North Macedonia

The Best Hiking Adventures In Greece: Samaria Gorge and Menalon Trail - A Guide

Your Guide for Hiking Mount Olympus: Mytikas Peak and Other Best Routes

Rock Climbing in Greece: A Guide for Climbing in Kalymnos, Leonidio, Meteora and Crete

The Ultimate Sardinia Outdoor Guide: Hiking and Climbing in the Mediterranean Sea

A Complete Guide to Mont Blanc For Any Outdoor Sports Lover: Hiking, Climbing, and Ski-Touring in the Heart of the Alps

Discovering Mallorca: Your Ultimate Guide to the Destination and Its Best Outdoor Experiences

How to Plan Your Next Self-Guided Alpine Walking Holiday

5 Mind-Blowing Hiking Trails You Shouldn't Miss Around Lake Como

A Comprehensive Guide To The Mont Blanc Hike and Tour du Mont Blanc

5 Best Guided & Self-Guided Walking Holidays in Austria

5 Outdoor Activity Holidays in Europe You Should Try

Biking Italy: The Best Tips for 5 must-do Italian Cycling Tours

How To Pack Your Rucksack For One-day and Multi-day Summer Hikes In Europe

The Best Tuscany Walking Routes: A Complete Guide for Hikers and Hill Walkers

A complete guide for backpacking in the Alps

Fueling Your Hiking Adventures: Essential Nutrients and 30 Easy-to-Pack Lunch Ideas

Rock Climbing in Kalymnos: Your Essential Travel and Climbing Guide to Greece's Adventure Paradise

Spain — the best rock-climbing in Europe? Three Areas You Can't Miss!

Stop Confusion Between Hiking And Trekking: 5 Main Differences

Peloponnese's Hidden Rock Climbing Gem: A Guide to Ermionida, Greece

A climber’s guide to climate action

Climbing and bouldering spots you shouldn't miss on your holiday to Cyprus

From the highest peaks
to hidden trails,
we’ve got your back

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Why You Should Ski Tour in North Macedonia: The Balkans’ Hidden Gem

Ski-Touring’s Best Kept Secret: The Ultimate North Macedonia Guide

The Evolution of Ski-Touring in North Macedonia

The Best Hiking Adventures In Greece: Samaria Gorge and Menalon Trail - A Guide

Your Guide for Hiking Mount Olympus: Mytikas Peak and Other Best Routes

Rock Climbing in Greece: A Guide for Climbing in Kalymnos, Leonidio, Meteora and Crete

The Ultimate Sardinia Outdoor Guide: Hiking and Climbing in the Mediterranean Sea

A Complete Guide to Mont Blanc For Any Outdoor Sports Lover: Hiking, Climbing, and Ski-Touring in the Heart of the Alps

Discovering Mallorca: Your Ultimate Guide to the Destination and Its Best Outdoor Experiences

How to Plan Your Next Self-Guided Alpine Walking Holiday

5 Mind-Blowing Hiking Trails You Shouldn't Miss Around Lake Como

A Comprehensive Guide To The Mont Blanc Hike and Tour du Mont Blanc

5 Best Guided & Self-Guided Walking Holidays in Austria

5 Outdoor Activity Holidays in Europe You Should Try

Biking Italy: The Best Tips for 5 must-do Italian Cycling Tours

How To Pack Your Rucksack For One-day and Multi-day Summer Hikes In Europe

The Best Tuscany Walking Routes: A Complete Guide for Hikers and Hill Walkers

A complete guide for backpacking in the Alps

Fueling Your Hiking Adventures: Essential Nutrients and 30 Easy-to-Pack Lunch Ideas

Rock Climbing in Kalymnos: Your Essential Travel and Climbing Guide to Greece's Adventure Paradise

Spain — the best rock-climbing in Europe? Three Areas You Can't Miss!

Stop Confusion Between Hiking And Trekking: 5 Main Differences

Peloponnese's Hidden Rock Climbing Gem: A Guide to Ermionida, Greece

A climber’s guide to climate action

Climbing and bouldering spots you shouldn't miss on your holiday to Cyprus

From the highest peaksto hidden trails,we’ve got your back

The Next Line

From the highest peaks
to hidden trails,
we’ve got your back