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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Lefkada in May: What to expect
LEFKADA IN MAY: WHAT TO EXPECT. Lefkada in May sits on the edge of summer, the island feels awake again, but not yet overwhelmed by visitors. The roads are quiet and the beaches still belong to local and hardy swimmers. It’s a wonderful time to explore if you prefer slow mornings, light jackets over dresses,… Read more
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Canary Islands in January: what to expect
CANARY ISLANDS IN JANUARY: WHAT TO EXPECT. I make no secret of how much I love a bit of winter sun, or indeed the Canary Islands. Having visited several times in both the shoulder and peak seasons, I was curious to see what they were like in winter, when much of Europe is huddled under… Read more
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What to pack for the Camino Primitivo: our guide
WHAT TO PACK FOR THE CAMINO PRIMITIVO: A COMPLETE GUIDE. We’ve walked so many long-distance hikes now that I’ve lost count, and this year we walked the Camino Primitivo for the first time. Of course, I have my “go-to” Camino packing list, but every Camino is slightly different, and packing needs to be nuanced. Packing… 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.
