Author: lotuseaters.travel
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What to pack for wild camping?
There is no greater feeling to me than getting away for a weekend of wild camping. Setting out with my backpack in the knowledge that I’m totally free and unplanned for a few days is total bliss. The first time I wild camped, I had no clue if I’d enjoy…
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Camino de Santiago Women’s Packing List
I completed my first Camino de Santiago on 01 August 2022, 18 days later, I am already planning my next one. Once bitten, twice not so shy! My mind is in overdrive when I think about all of the adventure that awaits. But I’m also starting to think about ladies…
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Guide to visiting Alberobello: Trulli Scrumptious
Alberobello can be found in Southern Italy, Puglia to be precise. Apart from the town’s name being a treat for the tongue “Alb-er-o-bello” (doesn’t it feel delightful to say?), the town is well known for the Trulli. You can be forgiven if you have never heard of Trulli as they…
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A beach and city break Santander and Somo
A BEACH AND CITY BREAK SANTANDER AND SOMO: A SHORT GUIDE A city break to Santander and a beach break to Somo, it could be the perfect combination. Santander and Somo are the perfect mix of city break and seaside scenery. Throw in amazing food and drink and you have…
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Best restaurants in Sofia, Bulgaria
I think Sofia might just be having a gastronomic moment. Exploring the Buglarian capital recently proved to be a total taste sensation. Here are some of the best restaurants in Sofia Bulgaria we tried. Where to eat? Sofia is a relatively small city, very walkable, and its dense with restaurants.…
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How to visit Santa in Italy
The Basilica San Nicola in Bari, Puglia, is rather famous. It houses a tomb which contains the remains of San Nicola (Saint Nicolas). This Saint is believed to have inspired the legend that is, Santa Claus. It is, the place, to visit Santa in Italy. What is the tomb of…
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Visiting Food Markets in France: A guide for the best ones
A French Market Culture Guide Visiting food markets in France is a real pleasure. Food markets are not a uniquely French phenomenon, but on a recent visit to the Dordogne, I discovered just how special they are in this remote part of the country. The markets are such a vital…
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Competent Crew Solent: My experience of sailing the solent
Finding myself with a week off work and unable to travel overseas due to covid, I frantically searched to find a UK based adventure. Learning how to sail is something I’ve always wanted to do and Solent near Southampton was the destination. So I set about googling “competent crew solent.”…
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How to visit NYC on a budget
Earlier this year I travelled to New York City for the first time, it was a fantastic experience, but I couldn’t help but notice how expensive it was, even in comparison to London. Friends gave me many tips for things to do and places to visit, but my NYC budget…
