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10 Tips for Walking the West Highland Way

The West Highland Way is a bucket list challenge for walking enthusiasts around the world. Fresh from a research trip on the trail, our Travel Specialist, Lottie, reveals her top 10 tips to help you plan your dream trip on this iconic 96-mile adventure. Read more

Top Tips for Walking the West Highland Way

Walk of the Month – Guernsey Coastal Path

Experience some of the best scenery that the Channel Islands has to offer on the breathtaking Guernsey Coastal Path. Discover more in our latest blog. Read more

Walking along the coast on Herm Island in Guernsey

7 Stunning Munros to ‘Bag’ in Scotland

Our resident 'Munro-bagger' James Fathers recently climbed his final Munro, marking an incredible achievement undertaken over eight years. Discover James's seven favourite climbs in our latest blog ... Read more

Branching Out: 5 Fantastic Forest Walks in the UK

At Absolute Escapes we’re big fans of immersing ourselves in nature with a woodland walk. Here are our five picks for beautiful forest walks in the UK. Read more

Walk of the Month: Arran Coastal Way

Circling one of Scotland’s most famous islands, the majestic Arran Coastal Way is a rewarding 65-mile circular route. Discover the best way to experience Arran's remarkable diverse landscapes with our guide to the Arran Coastal Way. Read more

Lochranza Castle on the Isle of Arran, Scotland

10 Stunning Shots from our Clients’ Walking Adventures

We've been organising award-winning walking holidays since 2004, and in that time, our adventurous clients have been kind enough to send us some amazing holiday snaps. We’ve dug through the archive to uncover some of our favourite photos from our clients' walking holidays. Read more

Puffins at the Skellig Islands off the Kerry Way

Ultimate Guide to Walking Scotland’s Rob Roy Way

Taking in some of the finest scenery in the Scottish Highlands, the Rob Roy Way is a delightful and rather quieter alternative to Scotland's most popular long-distance trails. Our Senior Travel Specialist, Katia, answers every question you might have about walking the Rob Roy Way. Read more

Katia from Absolute Escapes walking the Rob Roy Way

Walk of the Month: Hadrian’s Wall Path

Follow in the footsteps of the Romans along this 84 mile historic trail from coast to coast across Northern England. Our Walk of the Month is the Hadrian's Wall Path. Read more

The Sycamore Gap Tree or Robin Hood Tree is a sycamore tree standing next to Hadrian's Wall near Crag Lough in Northumberland, England

Busy Schedule? Here are 6 Brilliant Hiking Trails You Can Walk in a Week

Need to reconnect with nature but short on time? Discover our favourite UK walking trails you can comfortably complete in a week or less. Read more

Walkers on Isle of Wight Coastal Path (Credit - Visit Isle of Wight)

Hiking Kit List: 12 Items You Shouldn’t Leave Home Without

From our own experience, we know that the right kit can really enhance your walking holiday. We asked our team to each pick one item that they wouldn’t leave home without. Read more

Hiking Boots overlooking the view of Killin in the Scottish Highlands. VisitBritain/Stacy Smith

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