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Gear Guides

Everything from winter gloves and walking socks to portable barbecues and two-man tents – these are your guides to the best gear.

Gear Guides

10 essentials for van life

2 weeks ago

Looking for the ultimate camper van starter kit? Here are all the essentials you should have before heading out on…

Gear Guides

Best campervan accessories for UK van life

2 weeks ago

Van life forces you to adapt quickly. Here are five campervan accessories that will make your new lifestyle on the…

Gear Guides

Best camping windbreak for UK sites

2 months ago

The best camping windbreak for use on UK campsites – find the top deals to shield yourself from the best…

Gear Guides

Best walking socks for UK hiking

3 months ago

Slipping on the best walking socks before heading out to the hills is one of the greatest feelings any foot…

Gear Guides

How to build a first aid kit for hiking

4 months ago

A hiking first aid kit is a rucksack essential for every explorer. Here’s how to build your own. Good hikers…

Gear Guides

Top electric cool box for UK camping

4 months ago

Keeping your food and drink cold is one of the biggest challenges when camping – our top picks for the…

The Best Folding Camping Table and Chairs UK

Gear Guides

Top folding camping table and chairs for UK camping

4 months ago

Our top picks for the best folding camping table and chairs for your next camping trip in the UK! It’s…

Gear Guides

Best camping kettle for UK adventures

5 months ago

From ultra-lightweight collapsible kettles to luxury travel water-boilers – check out our recommendations of the best camping kettle for every…

Gear Guides

Best camping quilt for UK adventures

5 months ago

It’s time to revolutionise your sleeping set-up with the best camping quilt for UK adventures! After years of sleeping bags…

Gear Reviews

Bags, luggage and just about everything else you could need for an adventure.

Backpack Reviews

Red Equipment Cool Bag Backpack Review

5 months ago

The Red Equipment Cool Bag Backpack is perfect for hikes, paddle boarding, picnics, and more. Here’s our full review. Design99Comfort99Features99Value99Overall90%90%ProsConsTech…

Backpack Reviews

OLPRO 44L Travel Bag Review

8 months ago

The Adventure Pending team has been big OLPRO fans for a while now, so we were super excited when they…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Exos 48 Review

12 months ago

Our Osprey Exos 48 review – an impressive lightweight backpacking rucksack perfect for multi-day trips. One of the top packs…

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Backpack Reviews

HEIMPLANET Motion Ellipse 25L Review

1 year ago

The HEIMPLANET Motion Ellipse is a high-tech 25L backpack designed with an active lifestyle in mind. Check out our full…

Backpack Reviews

The Backpacker from Salkan backpack review

1 year ago

The Backpacker from Salkan is one of the best travel backpacks we’ve had our hands on over the last couple…

Backpack Reviews

ROARK 5-Day Mule 55L Backpack Review

1 year ago

Perfect for long weekends, the ROARK 5-Day Mule is a great looking 55L backpack designed with backpacking and city travel…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Arcane XL Day Review

1 year ago

The largest in the Arcane series, the Osprey Arcane XL Day is a unisex 28L lifestyle backpack built with the…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Daylite 13L Review

1 year ago

The Osprey Daylite, new for 2021, gives a fresh update of the well-loved and well respected 13L daypack boasting the…

Backpack Reviews

Osprey Quasar 28 Review

2 years ago

A city backpack designed with its outdoor heritage in mind, the Quasar 28 is a great go-to pack that’s versatile…

The Blog

Tips, tricks and general ramblings about all things travel.

Blog

The best campervan storage ideas

4 days ago

Whether you’re camping in a trusty Ford Transit, an iconic VW Transporter or the extra roomy Peugeot Avantgrande – the…

Blog

How to waterproof a tent

2 months ago

Find out how to waterproof a tent in our full reproofing guide for everybody’s favourite piece of outdoor equipment! A…

Blog

How to reproof a waterproof or down jacket

2 months ago

Your old coat might still have life left in it – find out how to reproof a waterproof or down…

Blog

How to prepare for van life in the UK

2 months ago

Preparing for van life? Here are the most important things to consider before heading on your first trip, as told…

Blog

How to dispose of gas bottles in the UK

4 months ago

Have an empty gas bottle lying around? Here’s how to dispose of it properly. Gas bottles are used by almost…

Blog

How to use walking poles for hiking

4 months ago

Here’s how to use your walking poles to get the most out of your UK hikes. Anyone who has hiked…

Blog

How to keep midges away – insect repellent tips

4 months ago

Midges are the dark cloud that hangs over UK summer nights. Here’s how to keep them away! Midges descend in…

Blog

How to wash a waterproof jacket

5 months ago

Here’s the best way to wash your waterproof jacket ready for its next adventure. Mild temperatures and rainy UK days…

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Interviews

Sir Ranulph Fiennes – The Man with the Mondeo and The Great Explorer

5 months ago

Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Matt Dyas speak to Ann from Adventure Pending ahead of their new documentary – EXPLORER. Undeterred…

Destinations

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Destinations

Top activities when backpacking in Cartagena

2 years ago

Backpacking Cartagena in Colombia holds a special place in my heart. Not only is it a beautiful city filled with…

Destinations

Top 7 destinations for a lavish summer holiday

2 years ago

Ahhh, summer. Hot sun, lazy days and long nights. If you’re dreaming about where to spend your next summer vacation,…

Destinations

Top 7 locations for a stunning winter break

2 years ago

If you’re looking for the best place to experience a winter break in all its icy splendour, then look no…

Destinations

The Best Thailand Travel Itinerary for Backpackers

2 years ago

Planning your Thailand travel itinerary can be difficult- there’s so much to see and do, yet usually very little time.…

News

What’s going on in the big bad world of adventure.

News

LIVE UPDATES: Cumbria flooding causes disruption across county

1 year ago

Heavy rain across Cumbria has led to travel disruption and reports of flooding in some areas. This blog will be…

News

Airbnb to house 20,000 Afghan refugees for free

1 year ago

Airbnb will start housing 20,000 Afghan refugees for free from today. The online accommodation platform will be working with nonprofit…

News

Ryanair and BA under investigation for refusing lockdown refunds

1 year ago

Ryanair and British Airways are under investigation for refusing refunds to customers who couldn’t legally fly during lockdown restrictions. The…

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News

UK minister says Brits should avoid foreign travel this year

1 year ago

George Eustice has said Brits should not travel abroad this year unless absolutely necessary. The UK environment minister has told…

News

World travel in 2021? It’s not looking great

1 year ago

Holidaymakers hoping to travel in 2021 have been left disheartened by the UK’s recent traffic light announcement. Boris Johnson and…

Backpacking Bananas - Kilamanjaro Summit

News

Travel pro Christianne Risman reveals all on Backpacking Bananas

2 years ago

Christianne Risman is a 27-year-old full-time travel vlogger and entrepreneur with a flair for backpacking. Adventure Pending co-founder Ann Holmes…

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