Snapshots of Morocco

December 19, 2024
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Vignettes from a four week trip in Morocco. Not a lot of rowing, but a whole lot of discoveries.

AI for Travel Planning. Or not.

November 8, 2024
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AI for trip planning is a useful tool. But it has limitations and poses many questions. There are other ways to plan travel too.

Travel in Troubled Times Again

January 16, 2024
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Is 2024 another year of travel in troubled times? Experts are cautiously optimistic, advising good planning while encouraging us to get out and experience the world.

Return to Travel: the ethical, the personal and the practical

September 23, 2021
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Ruth is back in Europe and shares perspectives on whether this is a good idea or not, plus some practicalities.

10 Best Rowing Destinations You Have Never Heard Of

September 3, 2019
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Are you tired of the same over-crowded travel hotspots? Check out these 10 rowing destinations off the beaten path.

When you can’t row …

January 12, 2019
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When you live in Canada, there are times when rowing is NOT possible. My favourite things to do instead!

Experiencing a FISA World Rowing Tour

January 6, 2019
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FISA rowing tours! Where, how and why? My firsthand experience and impressions.

Water vs. Water Bottle

April 22, 2018
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Making small changes to your routines while travelling is easier than you think.

To Punt or Not to Punt – Superb Ways to Row The River Thames

May 3, 2017
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Did you know that there are more than one way to row the River Thames? Even if you think you tried them all, Thames probably has another one up its sleeve.

Best Rowing Literature – River Thames

May 24, 2014
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For every adventure with Rowing The World I share a curated list of books to inspire the guests while they prepare for the trip. Here are a few of my favourites from River Thames.