If you’re trying to work out which kind of trip is right for you - and finding the choice harder than expected - you’re not alone. Most women begin by thinking there are only two options: either travelling independently or joining a guided tour. But in reality, there’s a third option sitting in the middle - and understanding the difference between all three often makes the decision much clearer. Self-guided, supported, and fully guided walking or cycling holidays can all be w

If you’ve ever searched online for a walking or hiking tour in New Zealand, you’ve probably noticed something fairly quickly: Different companies use very different words. Some talk about walking tours. Others describe the same experience as hiking, bushwalking, trekking or even tramping. And to make things even more confusing, the same word can mean very different things depending on whether you’re in New Zealand, Australia, the UK or North America. So if you’ve ever wondere