Food on the Camino de Santiago: A Culinary Journey
The Camino de Santiago is not just a walking pilgrimage—it’s a culinary adventure through the heart of Spain. As you follow ancient trails through Galicia, León, Navarra, and beyond, you’ll...
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Weather Conditions on Our Treks and Climbs in Ecuador
The first thing I went I learned about the weather in Ecuador is do not trust the weather predictions. The online forecast is pretty much always wrong. The second thing...
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Why You Lose Your Appetite at Altitude — and How to Fix It
Appetite loss at altitude is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — challenges trekker and climbers face. Whether you are trekking to Everest Base Camp, pushing toward...
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I Climbed Mera Peak with Ian Taylor Trekking
This was my second attempt at Mera Peak. The first trip to Mera Peak did not go so well. I climbed Kilimanjaro back in 2022 on a 7-day Machame route...
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Aconcagua Insights from 11 Summits
Climbing Aconcagua presents its own specific set of challenges. Success rates on Aconcagua hover around 30%. Pretty low for a trekking peak. Aconcagua 22,811 feet (6,962m) the tallest peak in...
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10 Essential Tips for Your Camino de Santiago Trek
Planning to walk the Camino de Santiago? Our most frequently asked questions cover everything you need to know before setting out on this historic pilgrimage. From fitness levels and training...
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Travel Insurance for Trekkers: What You Need to Know
When you join a trekking trip with Ian Taylor Trekking, you’re signing up for the adventure of a lifetime. Our trips have more acclimatization and support, led by experts, award-winning...
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Own Your Health — Especially Before You Trek
Imagine setting off on a multi-day high-altitude expedition in a remote region, far from hospitals and modern medicine — and not really knowing exactly how your body is functioning internally...
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What I Wish I Knew Before Hiking the Inca Trail
This is what I wish I knew before hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and why the classic 5-Day Trek is the best way to experience the Inca Trail...
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Top Tips for Climbing Mount Fuji
Climbing Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest peak at 12,388 feet (3,776m), is one of the most iconic trekking experiences in the world. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people set out...
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Climbing Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji, standing proudly at 12,388 feet (3,776m), is Japan’s highest and most iconic peak. Growing up, I often saw its perfectly symmetrical cone of Fuji on branded items. When...
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How Long Does It Take to Trek to Everest Base Camp?
Legendary for a reason — it challenges the body, stirs the spirit, and stands among the most iconic treks on the planet. After the question, how difficult is the trek...
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