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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Camino de Santiago Coastal Routes: What You Need to Know
CAMINO DE SANTIAGO COASTAL ROUTES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. One of the questions we get asked most frequently, is about the best coastal routes in Europe. And in particular, which of the Camino de Santiago routes is on the coast? Often people assume that there’s only one coastal Camino – but in fact, there… Read more
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Camino de Santiago albergues: what to expect + how to find the best ones
CAMINO DE SANTIAGO ALBERGUES: WHAT TO EXPECT + HOW TO FIND THE BEST ONES. After walking the Camino de Santiago in its many guises at least seven times over the last few years, one thing we’ve come to appreciate more than most is the unique alchemy of the albergue. It’s not just where you sleep.… Read more
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How to Train for the Camino de Santiago: A Balanced Training Plan
HOW TO TRAIN FOR THE CAMINO: A CAMINO TRAINING PLAN THAT DOESN’T JUST INCLUDE WALKING. Training for the Camino de Santiago isn’t just about walking long distances. Sure, walking is essential. But to avoid injury, feel strong, and actually enjoy the experience day after day, your training plan should include strength training, mobility work, and… 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.
