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

  • Majorelle Gardens Marrakech: what you need to know before visiting

    Majorelle Gardens Marrakech: what you need to know before visiting

    MAJORELLE GARDENS MARRAKECH: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING. Majorelle Gardens is one of Marrakech’s most famous attractions, and for many people, it sits high on the must-visit list. With its bold blue walls, exotic plants, and Yves Saint Laurent connection, it is easy to see why. We visited during our time in Marrakech… Read more

  • Where to stay in Marrakech + tips for booking

    Where to stay in Marrakech + tips for booking

    WHERE TO STAY IN MARRAKECH + TIPS FOR BOOKING. Marrakech is a city where choosing the right place to stay really matters. The difference between staying in the right area and the wrong one can completely change your experience. I felt quite passionate about writing this blog post, because the decision of where to stay… Read more

  • 15 must do things in Marrakech

    15 must do things in Marrakech

    15 MUST DO THINGS IN MARRAKECH. Phil Ronsenthal said this of Marrakech – “it’s a bit like school, you’re not going to get it on the first day.” This is absolutely true – don’t beat yourself up if you find it totally overwhelming and you flee back to your riad by 11:00 on your first… 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.