Jean-Christophe Lafaille was well-known for his bold, often solo ascents of 8,000m peaks. But his brilliant career ended on ...

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The legend Lynn Hill reflects on her last 25 years as a mother and climber, from climbing with Sasha DiGiulian to her Hueco ...

My first stop was at the resort village’s crowning glory, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. With a lustrous back-story, the ...

Mt Kilimanjaro, the Rwenzori Mountains and Mt Kenya are Africa’s three highest points. Here’s how to stand atop the world’s wildest land.

Nepal bans solo climbs on Mount Everest and all 8,000m peaks, enforcing stricter rules, higher fees, and eco-measures. Here’s what mountaineers must know before planning expeditions.

At 65 years old, Brett Martin never expected to find himself battling freezing temperatures and oxygen-starved air on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. But in January, he joined eight friends on a ...

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Leavenworth, Washington, with its Bavarian-style buildings and mountain vistas, will make you feel like you’re walking ...

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