Happiest countries in the world 2025 | March's travel posts
A monthly roundup from Atlas & Boots, the UK's most popular outdoor travel blog
This month's travel posts
Ranked: happiest countries in the world 2025
Finland is the happiest country in the world for the eighth consecutive year. We take a look at the latest World Happiness Report
15 best hiking apps to download in 2025
We share the best hiking apps to download this year, from navigation and route planning to first aid and stargazing
Our book of the month
RS Burnett’s Whiteout follows Rachael on a solo Antarctic expedition. She’s already dealing with temperatures of -69C, weeks with no company and endless nights when the radio and satellite phones cut out, and she hears a BBC World Service broadcast from London. “This country has been attacked with nuclear weapons… the number of casualties and the extent of the damage are not yet known.”
The best power banks for camping and hiking
A curated list of the best power banks for camping, from small devices for day hikes to multi-plug charging stations for large groups
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10 essentials for safe travel
From avoiding stomach bugs to securing your valuables, these essentials for safe travel will stop you from running into trouble
Stay connected wherever you go
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Why hay fever may be worse in a new country
It’s normal to get hay fever when you move to a new country, but there are things you can still do to reduce its severity
Ranked: 100 best airports in the world
The best airports in the world have been named in the latest World Airport Awards. We take a look at the results
Travel & outdoor gear
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