Walking the Tour du Mont Blanc – A Most Challenging Day – Part 1
Will's aching knees propel him through the toughest day on one of Europe's most scenic walks. And there is plenty more ahead for him.
Dusty Trails
Traffic Jam in Agra – Immersion in Chaos
Allan finds himself in furnace-like gridlock on the way to the Taj Mahal. How will he escape?
South Korea – Some Things Got Lost in Translation
Neale finds many things by which to amuse himself while wandering through South Korea.
Go to Malta, See the George Cross
The National War Museum at Fort St Elmo, just outside of Valetta, provides insight into the courage and determination of the Maltese people during World War 2. Getting there is a big part of the enjoyment. Bring sunscreen.
Muz’s Pack – Has He Got It Right?
Muz is about to embark on a four day solo walk, covering 60km through some very damp bush. His pack weighs 6kg. Is it too much or too little? What is extraneous? What is missing?
Sirens for Manchuria: China’s Ritual of Remembrance
Muz receives an unexpected exposure to Chinese national memory during a morning walk in Shanghai.
Happy New Year to and from Dusty Boots Journal
A quick reflection on the first five months of the Journal.
East Coast of Malaysia: Mersing and Tioman
Catch a bus to the east side of the Malay peninsula. Meet the locals and take a ferry ride to Tioman. Be careful not to over-indulge on fried chicken, and don't expect swanky accommodation.
Chitwan National Park, Nepal – A brush with death is all in a day’s walk
Muz comes face to face with the wildlife, and the locals, in Chitwan.