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Find Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the Walker’s Haute Route to Zermatt

An onslaught of questions will inevitably arise when preparing for a trip – no matter your destination – and the Walker's Haute Route to Zermatt is no different. The prep [...]

Destinations By Kelsey Krahn March 11, 2024

The Ultimate Walker’s Haute Route Packing List: Do you have these items?

It’s easy to romanticize travel; just close your eyes and imagine exploring a new culture. But as the departure date nears, the stress elevates, often prompting anxiety around what to [...]

Destinations By Kelsey Krahn March 8, 2024

How to Prepare for Trekking the Walker’s Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt

Trekking the Walker's Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt requires preparation in advance—such as getting physically ready, understanding your route, and everything typically needed for travelling abroad. By "typical travel," [...]

Destinations By Kelsey Krahn March 6, 2024

Trail Etiquette When Exploring the Backcountry

Have you ever wondered about the general trail etiquette when it comes to hiking? What happens if you encounter a horseback rider? Do they have the right of way? What [...]

General By Emma Schroeder March 4, 2024

Best Places to Travel in March

The best places to travel in March can be found all over the world, but are generally a mixed bag of warm weather destinations and summer hotspots that have yet [...]

Destinations By AlexTodd February 29, 2024

Hiking vs Trekking: So Is There Really a Difference?

Getting out to explore the natural beauty of the outdoors is a popular pastime in many parts of the world and there is no better way to do it than [...]

General By Alex Todd February 26, 2024

When is the Best Time to Hike the Walker’s Haute Route to Zermatt

The best time to hike the Walker's Haute Route to Zermatt depends largely on alpine weather, but the real best time to walk this iconic route is whenever you have [...]

Destinations By Kelsey Krahn February 23, 2024

Training for Summer Hiking Adventures

Hitting the gym, personal trainers, expensive home equipment… When it comes to training for summer hiking adventures, you don’t need to take the traditional route! Although each of the above [...]

General By Richard Campbell February 20, 2024

10 Countries You Need to Add to Your Bucket List

Daydreaming about your next travel destination? Stroke that wanderlust by exploring one or more of the bucket list destinations listed below. We purposely excluded some (not all) of the countries [...]

Destinations By Kelsey Krahn February 16, 2024

The Walkers Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt

The Walker's Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt is one of the world’s classic treks. This challenging 124.3mi adventure begins in the alpine mecca of Chamonix, France and traverses wild [...]

Destinations France By Richard Campbell February 13, 2024