Using your own feet as a means of transportation.
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Interactive map for mixed bus-and-walking journeys in Greater London
I need to plan a travel in Greater London (within the M25) over multiple destinations via buses and by walking.
Many online tools, including Google Maps and TFL website, enable finding the best ...
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Walking Tours of Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand & The Surrounding Area?
A friend & his wife will be visiting Thailand in the near future. They shall be spending three nights in the Northern Thai city of Chiang Mai. They believe this to be located within "wilderness ...
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Hypothetically, how long would it take to circumnavigate New Zealand by foot?
This would include looping around the three major islands - the North Island, the South Island, and Stewart Island.
Some calculation or reference would be useful, rather than a stab in the dark, ...
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What is wrong with eating while walking in Japan? It doesn't seem to be an issue in other Asian countries
I have seen on many etiquette questions about Japan that this is a no no, but I can't seem to find what the reason for this is. I know that in countries like Taiwan or China it doesn't seem to be an ...
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Has anyone done the cooking class and walking tour in Rome? [closed]
I am traveling to Rome next month and I saw an option to purchase a walking tour in Rome followed by a cooking class. Has anyone done something similar and if so, do you have feedback?
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Walking through Northern Mexico safest route [closed]
I realize walking through northern Mexico has its issues and most of those issues can't be avoided. I am just looking for the "safest" route by foot in the southern gulf states. Now keep in mind the ...
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Are there any organizations that grant badges for tourism achievements in Western Europe?
Polish Tourism and Sightseeing Society is promoting tourism and sightseeing, and one of the means of that is granting badges for various achievements, such as walking above 250 km on tourist routes, ...
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Looking for 5-7 day long distance walk
I'm looking for a long distance hiking walk in Europe (but not Germany) of about 5-7 walking days (approx. 15-25 km/day, 100-150 km total length). If round trip or not doesn't matters.
I like small ...
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What is the business model of commercial free walking tours?
For instance, Sandeman's runs free walking tours all over Europe. One or two every day of the year, good local guides, and the only payment is tips at the end. I'm sure the tip money is good since ...
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Which part of Seoul's ancient city walls is closest to Hongdae by foot?
On a previous trip to Seoul I became very interested in the old city gates and city walls. A couple of the largest gates are famous and are close to the city centre. But the smaller gates and ...
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Are there really walking groups in malls in the US?
Tonight I was watching TV and then I saw a walking group of elderly people in a mall. The TV show mentioned that it is a mall walking group.
Since I'm always curious to see new things in the world I ...
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What kind of trousers or shorts are suitable for long-distance summer walking / hitchhiking?
Normally I'm exclusively a jeans/denim man no matter the weather: Comfortable, cheap, reasonably durable, can wear with anything, acceptable in conservative destinations, can get away with periods of ...
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Are there self-guided tours in Boston/Harvard?
We're heading to Boston in December, when all (?) of the walking tours are on hiatus over winter. Are there any good self-guided tours of Boston or Harvard, especially with a focus on architecture ...
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Walking tours in Seoul
I'm having a 14 hour overnight stopover in Seoul in early December. I was looking to leave the airport and maybe see some of Seoul. Are there any reputable and good night tours of Seoul, especially ...
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Supplies and support on a long-distance walk
I've travelled long distances, but I've always had my backpack and used transport, and can get by that way fairly easily in general.
I've been reading about long-distance walkers - people who walk ...
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Is there a free walking tour in Honolulu?
I've seen mentions that some hotels sponsor a free walking tour, but can't find any actual details on it. Does one exist?
Ideally I'd like to see the old buildings - the palace and so on, but even ...
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Long walking trails in Europe with accommodation enroute
What waymarked walking trails in Europe allow you to stay in hotels/guest houses/b&bs every night along the trails?
I'm looking specifically for way-marked trails that you can walk along for 5 ...
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What are some recommended day trips from New York City for outdoor activities?
I am specifically interested in walking/hiking/cycling rather than going to the beach or skiing.
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Is it possible to walk from ExCeL to London CIty Airport?
I was intending to go to a conference at ExCeL in London Docklands, leaving via London City airport. It seems a very walkable distance between the two, but from Google Maps I can't see if it is ...
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Can cats make hiking companions? [closed]
So, cats are known for being good companions to writers and programmers… But are they any good for hiking, or at least going out for a walk?
The usual cat is portrayed as lying down on some cozy ...
