Dunster – Medieval Village – Somerset

CategoriesExploring Exmoor, UK Destinations TagsConygar Tower, Dovecote, Dunster, Dunster Beach, Dunster Butter Cross, Dunster Castle, Dunster Memorial Garden, Dunster Station, Dunster Village, Dunster Yarn Market, Exmoor National Park, Gallox Bridge, Medieval...
Tips and how to travel to Mauritania in 2025

Tips and how to travel to Mauritania in 2025

By Joan Torres 90 Comments Last updated on April 29, 2025 Wanna travel to Mauritania with Against the Compass? Join a group of like-minded travelers in our next scheduled tour in Mauritania: December 23rd to 30th, 2025 How to get a visa, budget & costs, cultural...
Walking the Wainwrights: Troutbeck Tongue

Walking the Wainwrights: Troutbeck Tongue

Over the years, we’ve walked many of the Wainwrights — the 214 fells in the Lake District, immortalised by Alfred Wainwright’s meticulously hand-drawn guides. Some are towering peaks such as Scafell Pike (England‘s highest mountain) and Helvellyn, while others, like...
How to get a visa for Russia in 2025

How to get a visa for Russia in 2025

By Joan Torres Leave a comment Last updated on May 8, 2025 Wanna travel to Russia with Against the Compass? Join a group of like-minded travelers in our next scheduled tour in Russia on: September 9th to 16th, 2025 (Russian Caucasus) – APPLY NOW Sept 18th to 24th,...
Explore the beautiful Costa Brava

Explore the beautiful Costa Brava

Looking for an escape from the lively and bustling city of Barcelona? Experience the beautiful Costa Brava, which stretches from Blanes town to the French border, with an array of beautiful buildings, delicious restaurants and endless beaches. This Spanish region...
The perfect vegan staycation in Bangkok

The perfect vegan staycation in Bangkok

Being based in the region, we are lucky to enjoy frequent weekends and staycations in Bangkok. As vegan foodies, these visits always revolve around where we are going to eat and where best to stay to access our favourite vegan eateries. For us, staying in and around...