Landscapes
Why a Coastline Can Make a Short Journey Feel Long
A coastline can make a short journey feel long for good reason. Read headlands, inlets and map contours to choose a…
The reading room
All pieces
Browse considered writing on northern routes, landscapes, seasons and settlements. Each piece takes one aspect of a journey and gives it room to be understood.
Routes
Rail or Road Through Open Country? Choose by What You Want to See
Rail or road through open country? Compare the views and stopping options to choose a route that fits what you want to…
Settlements
Before the Resort: How Northern Spa Towns Took Shape
Northern spa towns grew around mineral springs in different ways. Learn how to read their buildings and street plans…
Wayfaring
A Northern Trip Packing Checklist That Leaves Room in Your Bag
Use this northern trip packing checklist to choose clothes for your actual plans, keep useful items within reach, and…
Seasons
A Midwinter Daylight Walk, Planned Around the Bright Hours
Plan a midwinter daylight walk around the brightest hours, time a winter walk for unhurried landscape watching, and…
Our point of view
A journey is made of more than miles
We believe the way through a place matters as much as the place at the end. Good travel writing makes room for detail, context and a pace that lets the landscape register.