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In December 2018, Grace Millane’s life was tragically cut short while she was living her dream of travelling the world. Grace’s adventurous spirit, love of life, and kind heart are remembered by so many—but especially by her mum, Gill.

When you picture someone climbing Kilimanjaro or trekking the Inca Trail, do you imagine a corporate live-wire whose best friend is her dog? Hanna Pepe is here to tell you there’s no “type” when it comes to adventure seekers.

Hanna’s day-to-day life revolves around managing demanding clients and delivering fast-paced projects in the corporate world. But her real joy? Spending time with her dog and running along the seafront. “If you ever trek with me, you’ll probably get tired of hearing stories about my dog—he really is my best friend!” she laughs.

Life hasn’t always been this way for Hanna, though.

Looking for an adventure that blends epic history, jaw-dropping landscapes, and a healthy dose of challenge? Two treks consistently top the list for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike: the Great Wall of China and the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu. These iconic journeys promise unforgettable experiences, but which one calls to your sense of wanderlust? Let’s break it down and help you decide.

With the focus turning ever more towards responsible tourism and growing noise about over-tourism around the world, we believe that it’s our duty to ensure we care for the environments closer to home, too.

Over the years, participants and charities alike have requested that we run the National Three Peaks Challenge. The event's allure has drawn crowds for decades, with droves of trekkers descending on the majestic landscapes of Scafell Pike, Snowdon, and Ben Nevis. Yet behind this seemingly uncontroversial event is a web of negative impacts stretching these breathtaking regions to their limits.

Hopefully, you know by now that we've always believed that sustainability isn't just a trend—it's a fundamental principle that guides everything we do. Today, we're excited to announce a huge step in our continued journey of sustainability, or more accurately, responsible tourism. Through our partnership with SCB Group, we will offset not just some but all of our carbon emissions, including flights.

From Wanderlust to Watts: How Discover Adventure is Powering Sustainable Travel - One Solar Panel at a Time!