Atlas & Boots: January's travel posts
A monthly roundup from outdoor travel blog Atlas & Boots
Hello,
It’s been a while, we know. Last year ended how it began: busy!
It was a fantastic year for us. Travel finally bounced back which saw us (finally!) take our twice-postponed expedition to Antarctica. We crossed the Antarctic Circle and landed on the continent, welcomed by penguins. Six months later, we found ourselves at the other end of the world: at 81°17’5’’ N, only 500 miles from the North Pole.
We also revisited Argentina, the Maldives and the UAE, and took a rail journey through Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Belarus, Hungary, Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy and San Marino, as well as a month-long end-of-year trip to Central America.
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This month's travel posts
Diving Hol Chan Marine Reserve in Belize
Hol Chan Marine Reserve in Belize is teeming with sea life. To get the most from your visit, it’s best to opt for a dive. Here’s why
What is the best way to see the Blue Hole of Belize?
The best way to see the Blue Hole of Belize is from above. Here’s our guide on how to make the most of your scenic flight
Ranked: world’s most powerful passports 2023
In 2023, Japan has the world’s most powerful passport. Holders are able to visit 193 destinations without a prior visa
50 quick tips for first-time visitors to India
India can be a culture shock, especially for newbies. To help you adjust, we’ve put together 50 quick tips for first-time visitors
5 days in 2023 when all US national parks are free
Put these dates in your diaries. Over 400 US national parks are free to visit on five days this year
How to visit Río Lagartos: a complete guide
Our guide on how to visit Río Lagartos, Mexico’s Biosphere Reserve home to flamingos, crocodiles and a not-so-pink lake
The travel that changed me: Stanley Trollip
From an unplanned landing in the Namib desert to hyenas attacking wildebeest, author Stanley Trollip tells us about the travel that changed him
Visiting Chichén Itzá: my seventh wonder of the world
Peter finally gets around to visiting Chichén Itzá, but will the Maya ruins measure up to the other six wonders of the world?
