Can you smell it in the air, that first taste of freedom after the longest lockdown imaginable? After a difficult winter period, we're all itching to get outside more, engage with more people than the immediate few we happen to live with and see every day. We thought now would be as good a time [...]
As map makers we've always been fascinated with the idea of working with our hands to build something. Indeed, the original cartographers of the world used to plot positions all the time using sextants, compasses, charts and in absence of all of those, used to navigate by the stars. What a remarkably different world we [...]
In the best of times, Valentine's Day shopping is the eternal challenge for anyone, whether they're single or not. If you have a partner, then depending on what stage your relationship is in, you're constantly wondering about what signs you're giving off with your Valentine's Day gift. Whether you're spending too much or not enough, [...]
On the surface, when you think about Scottish Island Bagging, you may feel that it's one of those jaunts that's for a very specific type of individual, that craves adrenaline-fueled journeys. Where you battle your own inner demons as much as you do the weather and the elements of island life. Well, that's not entirely [...]
As a shopper during Christmas season, keeping everyone's different likes and dislikes, hobbies and interests and general mood in front of mind can be a challenge on the best of days. Throw into that mess a global pandemic, limited time and opportunity inside shops, social distancing and possibly reduced post collection, and we're looking at [...]
A World Map Poster can be more than just a gift for people that love geography or that travel a lot. It can also be a statement of style, a missing piece of a jigsaw puzzle when you've just moved into a new home and begin decorating. Depending on what your personal preferences might be, [...]
A giant world map is a great addition to your home – but picking the right one can be a minefield! If you thought all large world maps were the same, then think again. There are quite a few decisions to be made first. Before you begin, you may want to consider the following: Size [...]
If you're the type of person that typically travels a lot, whether on holiday or for work, these last few months cannot have been easy for you. It really does take getting cooped up indoors for months on end, to really appreciate how many amazing experiences we could have had, even with a short weekend [...]
We're very pleased to have the thoughts of Fiona Russell, journalist and blogger to give us some insights this week, about what she feels about maps and how useful they can be for ideas, inspiration and the beginning of great stories in the outdoors. If you like walking, running, skiing and a wealth of activities [...]
You may be used to a more digital landscape these days, but a map of the British Isles will always be an invaluable part of any journey you plan on these shores. Whether you're travelling by road or train, for work or for pleasure, there's something incomparable about these maps, that make them a staple [...]