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Three photos side by side: an inflatable blue packraft next to the water; a dry bag from The Packraft trail lying on grass next to oars and a blue sunhat; a person sitting in a packraft holding a map in front of their face.

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Micro-adventures in the heart of the Netherlands

Polarsteps Travel Editor Nicky Evans experienced packrafting on a two-day hiking and rafting expedition in Biesbosch National Park.

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A hand holds up a phone with a planned Polarsteps trip itinerary through France and Spain on the screen, the person is considering whether or not to add Valencia to their planned trip

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The 12 best travel planning apps in 2026, picked by our team of travelers

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Introducing Polarsteps Plus

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6 long-distance bikepacking routes and stories from the road

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Devil's Heads on Václav Levý trail, Czechia

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From old bones to carved stones: the curious sights of Central and North Bohemia

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Canal boats ready for Pride celebrations sail through Amsterdam's canals, with crowds spectating from the streets.

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Amsterdam World Pride 2026: Queer culture beyond the canal parade

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Crowd cheering at an outdoor music festival as a band performs on a brightly lit stage.

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Europe's best summer festivals (that are worth the trip)

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Art-deco saltwater pool with sea view in Penzance, UK

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Outdoor swimming pools with wow-factor

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A panoramic view of snowy mountains as seen from Bachalpsee in the Grindelwald region of Switzerland.

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How to use AI for travel planning

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18 budget travel tips from Polarsteps travelers

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Salty air and stargazing: five off-season adventures on Terschelling

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Best travel apps in 2026: 20 picks from our team of travelers

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A practical guide to the Appalachian Trail

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iOS Engineer Lieneke in a meeting at Polarsteps

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The people behind the app: Lieneke on finding her path to iOS development and life at Polarsteps

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A group of people are skiing along a piste beside trees laden with snow.

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Pistes to Push Your Ski Skills: Leveling-up in Les Gets & Châtel

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