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03 Apr 2020

Sticky Post By Melanie Windridge Posted in Science & Exploration Permalink

8 Tips for thriving through isolation

Sticky Post By Melanie Windridge On April 3, 2020

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Due to the COVID-19 lockdown many people are being forced to work from home for the first time. I’m sharing 4 tips each on the practicalities of home-working and on emotional well-being to thrive through isolation.

20 Jan 2020

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert Posted in Everest Stories, Science & Exploration Permalink

How to protect your eyes in the mountains

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert On January 20, 2020

Melanie trekking to Everest Base Camp. On Everest, Melanie wore the Julbo Cameleon lense. The Julbo range adapts to changing UV levels within 20-30 seconds.

Learn about the benefits of photochromic lenses for mountain expeditions and skiing.

03 Jun 2019

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert Posted in Aurora Stories Permalink

Northern lights recommendations from a seasoned aurora hunter

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert On June 3, 2019

Aurora near the Finnish border in Troms county, Norway, on March 11th 2019, where Simon was guided by Kjetil Skogli. Photo: Simon Harding.

We spoke to keen amateur astronomer Simon Harding about his spectacular northern lights experiences and asked him for recommendations for other people in search of the northern lights.

18 Mar 2019

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When is the season for the northern lights?

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert On March 18, 2019

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Winter aurora. Photo: The Aurora Zone, Antti Pietikainen

When is northern lights season? And how does the experience change as the season progresses? We help you plan your perfect aurora trip.

25 Feb 2019

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How do we forecast weather on Everest?

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert On February 25, 2019

Clouds at Everest Base Camp clear to show the peak of Nuptse.

Find out how weather forecasting works, what makes it particularly challenging in the mountains and which technological changes have made weather forecasts more reliable than ever.

14 Jan 2019

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How to prepare for a sporting challenge

Sticky Post By Lucia Schweigert On January 14, 2019

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Performance and functional nutrition specialist Dr. Justin Roberts shares his top tips for preparing for a sporting challenge.

31 Dec 2018

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Top places for a New Years Eve aurora break

Sticky Post By Melanie Windridge On December 31, 2018

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Forget the fireworks at New Year. Instead, head north for a different kind of spectacular light show! Here are our top picks for a European New Years Eve getaway.