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

  • How to find the best place to stay in Wadi Rum

    How to find the best place to stay in Wadi Rum

    HOW TO FIND THE BEST PLACE TO STAY IN WADI RUM. Updated November 2024. No visit to Jordan would be complete without seeing the vast and wondrous destination of Wadi Rum. I would defy anyone not to feel a sense of awe as soon as they enter this place. With pink sand dunes, towering rock… Read more

  • Where are the best beaches in Lisbon and how to get to them

    Where are the best beaches in Lisbon and how to get to them

    A visit to Lisbon may not be complete without a brisk dip in the Atlantic Ocean. But where are the best beaches in Lisbon? And how do you get to them? Find out more in our short guide. Does Lisbon have a beach? Lisbon city centre does not have a beach. But, there are a… Read more

  • 9 free museums in Lisbon and how to visit them

    9 free museums in Lisbon and how to visit them

    9 FREE MUSEUMS IN LISBON AND HOW TO VISIT THEM. Lisbon has so much to see and do, but sometimes it’s worth hunting out some of the free experiences. Often, they can be the best ones, even though they are free. Here are some of the best free museums in Lisbon to choose from. If… 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.

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Using an affiliate links does not make it more expensive for you to purchase. We receive a small commission whenever you buy something which in turn allows us to keep writing independent travel guides and your support is greatly appreciated.