Author: lotuseaters.travel
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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…
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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…
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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…
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15 best hikes in Europe for April
15 BEST HIKES IN EUROPE FOR APRIL. April is a wonderful month to enjoy hiking in Europe, whether you’re looking for a long distance trail or a few days of trekking. But, you have to pick wisely to find the best hiking weather. In the north, trails might still be…
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Best Day Trips from Tirana: Explore Albania From the Capital
BEST DAY TRIPS FROM TIRANA: EXPLORE ALBANIA FROM THE CAPITAL. I’m going to start this blog post with one important point. And that is to say that if you can, you should explore Albania widely. Ideally spending at least one week, or longer seeing more of the country. And, whilst…
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Himare vs Dhermi: Which Albanian Riviera Town Should You Pick?
HIMARE VS DHERMI: WHICH ALBANIAN BEACH TOWN SHOULD YOU CHOOSE? If you’re planning a trip to the Albanian Riviera, you’ll soon find yourself debating between Himare and Dhermi. Both boast stunning beaches, charming vibes, and plenty of options to eat, sleep, and explore. But which one suits your holiday style…
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10 Hiking Routes in Europe for December: chasing the sun
10 HIKING ROUTES IN EUROPE FOR DECEMBER: CHASING THE SUN. Late last December, we set out to walk the Fisherman’s Trail. A long distance hiking trail that wraps around the very south western point of Portugal and takes in the best of the Algarve. Not a day went by when…
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13 Best Places in Europe to Hike in September
THE BEST PLACES IN EUROPE TO HIKE IN SEPTEMBER. There’s something satisfying about hiking in September. Catching the last of the summer weather, but travelling once the crowds are long gone. Call me selfish, but I’m currently researching our next hiking trip for later this year. We hope to take…
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Our top places to visit in the Balkans this summer
OUR TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN THE BALKANS THIS SUMMER. The Balkans are a practical choice for travellers who want to explore Europe beyond the usual cities and crowds. The region offers a mix of scenic lakes, historic towns with Ottoman influence, under-the-radar wine regions, and coastal spots that are…
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Snæfellsnes Peninsula, our itinerary for one or two days
SNAEFELLSNES PENINSULA: OUR ITINERARY FOR ONE OR TWO DAYS. There’s something about the Snæfellsnes Peninsula that felt just right to us. We had one of those wonderful travel moments, where the scenery we were greeted with, far exceeded our expectations. And, all the plans we had made, were just right.…