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.
OUR LATEST HIKE
A SELECTION OF GREATS
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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Italy: The Vending Machine Takeover
Italy: The Quiet Vending Machine Takeover. While travelling in Italy many will think of it as the land of pizza, pasta, ancient buildings and La Dolce Vita. There is a quiet 24 hour revolution happening on the streets. Up and down the country, vending machines are taking over. In fact, entire rooms filled with machines… Read more
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Sun haters guide to visiting the beach
It’s an odd concept to most, but not all beach goers enjoy the sun. If you’re more prone to turning a nice shade of Lobster, rather than golden brown then this may be true for you! While some feel energised by the sun’s rays, others feel the energy being sapped from their soul and the… Read more
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10 things to know before walking the Camino
In July 2022, we walked our first Camino de Santiago. As I reflect on my recent experience and planning for my next one (Camino Portuguese in October,) I’m thinking about what I wish I’d known before I took on this adventure. Here are 10 things to know before walking the Camino: 1/ You’ll get blisters… 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.
