When I first read Jules Verne's Journey to the Centre of the Earth, the last thing I ever imagined was that one day I would take part in a race over the very glacier he describes.
A Journey over the Snaefellsness Glacier
Helicopters & Morphine: What happens when you’re rescued from a mountain top in Iceland.
All the medics had to absail down on ropes to get me onto a stretcher. It was like watching a SWAT rescue operation.
Returning from the Overland Track, Tasmania
I've had soaking wet feet for almost a week now and suspect I'm developing some kind of foot rot - my feet are all swollen and have turned a shade of purple.
Curious city sounds in Singapore
I love how the city appears to grow up out of the rainforest. No matter where you are in Singapore you’re always close to lush green foliage and the busy sound of birds or insects. There’s a particular bug which can be heard all around which makes a sound like the theme tune to jaws.... Continue Reading →
What is it like to run during the Winter in Reykjavik?
If you've ever wondered what it's like to go running in Reykjavik during the depths of winter then this will give you a tantalising taste...
Altitude Sickness stops play!
It's been a dramatic morning! Im writing this from hospital in Kathmandu after being heli-lifted down from the mountains.
Annapurna Trekking
This seems to be a good place to meet fascinating characters. But It's also a place to meet very bored locals with terrible flirting skills.
Feel the Fear and do it Anyway…
Well it's official. I will be doing a solo trek across the Himalayas for 20 days. I bought my permits today and leave early tomorrow morning. I feel excited and terrified.
Postcards from Mel 
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