TRAVEL GUIDES AND LONG DISTANCE HIKES
John and Emma are a travelling couple, hiking and exploring the world together. We write about long-distance hiking, cities and any adventures we find. Bringing you “really useful travel guides.” Simple as that.
Who are Lotus Eaters Travel?
Emma is an avid writer, yogi, travel planning guru and enjoys good eating with red wine in beautiful places. John is the chief strategist of Lotus Eaters Travel, lover of Lebanese food and the middle east, chess geek and spontaneous adventurer.
A SELECTION OF GREATS
Would you like us to plan your walk for you?
Embark on a journey of a lifetime with Lotus Eaters Travel Planning, where we turn your dream of long-distance walking into a meticulously planned reality.
Our passion for exploration, love for diverse cultures, and commitment to providing an unparalleled experience drive us to offer personalized consultation services for some of the world’s most iconic walking trails.
WHERE TO VISIT NOW
Autumn has arrived. We invite you to browse our recommendations for the best destinations to visit at this time of year.
EXPLORING THE UK
If you’re staying put in the UK this Autumn, you can find our guides to glorious beach towns and more.
LATEST BLOG POSTS
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The last 100km of the Camino de Santiago: which route to choose?
THE LAST 100km OF THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO: WHICH ROUTE TO CHOOSE? If you’ve been thinking about walking the Camino de Santiago, chances are you’ve come across the magic number: 100km. For many pilgrims, walking the last 100km to Santiago de Compostela is the perfect introduction to the Camino. It’s long enough to experience the… Read more
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Where to stay on the Camino Portuguese Coastal Route: our 21 favourite overnight stops
WHERE TO STAY ON THE CAMINO PORTUGUESE COASTAL ROUTE: OUR 21 FAVOURITE OVERNIGHT STOPS. Choosing where to stay on the Camino Portuguese Coastal Route can make a real difference to your experience. Although many pilgrims follow the same route from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, there are plenty of opportunities to tailor your walk, depending… Read more
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10 great things to do in Combarro, Galicia
10 GREAT THINGS TO DO IN COMBARRO, GALICIA. I’ve long wanted to visit Combarro, and yet after more than 10 visits to Galicia, I still hadn’t managed it. This quaint little seaside village on the Rías Baixas estuaries had somehow escaped my itinerary, despite being one of the places I’d most wanted to see. On… Read more
LOTUS EATERS TRAVEL YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Our most detailed content is on this site, but you can also find some visual walking guides on our YouTube channel.
OUR BOOKS
As we hike around the world, we have written travel guides to help those who are thinking of embarking on similar adventures. We are immensely grateful for your support when you purchase one of these through Amazon or through our shop.
