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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Visiting Dynjandi Waterfall: A short + practical guide.
VISITING DYNJADNI WATERFALL: A SHORT + PRACTICAL GUIDE. The Westfjords of Iceland aren’t on the typical Ring Road itinerary. And, that’s exactly why we visited. We didn’t want to restrict ourselves to the typical tourist sights in Iceland. And so, we spent 5 days seeing as much of the magical and misty West Fjords as… Read more
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Is Berat Worth Visiting? A short guide.
IS BERAT WORTH VISITING? A SHORT GUIDE. Berat is often hailed as one of the prettiest towns in Albania. With its distinctive Ottoman architecture, warm Mediterranean light, and proximity to both mountains and vineyards, it’s a destination that seems made for postcards. But is it really worth the detour, especially if you’re not hiring a… Read more
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Where to Camp in Thórsmörk, Iceland: A Comparison of the Three Main Campsites
WHERE TO CAMP IN THORSMORK: A COMPARISON OF THE THREE MAIN CAMPSITES. Quite literally sandwiched between dramatic glaciers and braided rivers, Thórsmörk(or Þórsmörk) is one of Iceland’s most atmospheric hiking areas. Sheltered by the surrounding mountains, it feels a world away from the weather-beaten Highlands – greener, more lush, and surprisingly sheltered from the wind.… 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.
