
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.

EUROPEAN LONG-DISTANCE HIKING
We specialize in European long distance hiking guides. You can find a selection of our faves below, or find all guides here.






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.
SPRING TRIPS
Spring has arrived. We invite you to browse our recommendations for the best destinations to visit at this time of year.






LATEST BLOG POSTS
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10 Best Hikes in Madeira: Explore + Hike Madeira
10 BEST HIKES IN MADEIRA: BEAUTY BEYOND THE PICO TO PICO. We recently visited the tropical island of Madeira. A beautiful island offering incredible opportunities for hikers and nature lovers, close to Portugal. There is an abundance of trails in Madeira, from mountain hikes, to coastal and the famous Levada hikes. You’ve probably heard of… Read more
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27 of the best things to do in Madeira
27 OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN MADEIRA. On our recent visit to Madeira we explored the island from top to bottom. It’s fair to say that it is now one of our favourite places to be. From lush gardens, to mountain hikes and beach walks. Madeira is simply beautiful. But there’s also buzz… Read more
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Madeira in March: what to expect
MADEIRA IN MARCH: WHAT TO EXPECT. We love travelling off-season. It’s a great way to save money, avoid the crowds, and experience a destination at a different time of year, which is exactly why we chose Madeira in March. While the UK was still rainy and grey, Madeira felt like an early spring escape. Flowers… 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.








