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Is Puglia worth visiting? Everything you need to know.
When I recently told a group of friends, a mix of Northern Italians and English pals, that I planned on visiting Puglia, Bari no less, they all presented me with the same quizzical, almost concerned look. And while the wording of their responses varied, it essentially boiled down to one…
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Which Camino de Santiago route is the best one for you? A quiz
So, you’ve decided you want to Walk the Camino de Santiago? You are excitedly starting to plan, but you have one big decision still to go. Which route should you take? All roads lead to Santiago, but not all routes are the same! Which Camino de Santiago route should…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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What is it like to walk the Camino for the first time?
Walking across Northern Spain for 30 days. It sounded like the perfect start to my new nomadic life. A good old-fashioned pilgrimage. Cliché as it sounds, I had just commenced my own “great resignation”. Hearing from friends about the physical and emotional challenge of walking the Camino de Santiago, I felt that…
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Walking the Camino de Santiago: 7 Types of People You’ll Meet
I loved my first experience of walking the Camino de Santiago. Undoubtedly, the people you meet along the way make the journey so much more interesting and enjoyable. Here are 7 types of people you’ll meet on the Camino de Santiago. If you’re wondering who you’ll meet, here’s a bit…
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Tips for couples walking the Camino
Thinking of tackling your next big adventure and walking the Camino de Santiago with your partner? Before you head out on the trails together, here are a few tips for walking the Camino as a couple. 1/ Agree What You Both Hope to Achieve from walking the Camino as a…
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Bari: How to eat and drink on different budgets
Bari is a fantastically fun city. One of the main draws to this area of Italy, Puglia, is the food. I’ve heard that every time you sit down in Italy, you must be eating. Well, if my experience in Bari is anything to go by, this appears to be true.…
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Is Lecce worth visiting? All you need to know about visiting Lecce
Mmm Dulce de Lecce. I couldn’t resist this pun. But Lecce really is the sweetest little city in Puglia. South from Bari, it’s not a coastal city but nevertheless is a delight to visit throughout the Summer or in quieter months. The perfect place to take in a hit of…