Tag: Travel
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Why you should try unplugged travel in 2024
REDISCOVERING WANDERLUST: THE RISING TREND OF UNPLUGGED TRAVEL AND DIGITAL DETOX. In an era dominated by digital connectivity and the constant hum of notifications, a growing number of travelers are embracing a refreshing trend—packing their bags and embarking on journeys completely unplugged from the digital world. The allure of unplugged…
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I’ve been walking for 18 months: Here are 8 benefits of walking long distances
8 BENEFITS OF WALKING: BENEFITS OF WALKING LONG DISTANCES. Okay, this title is perhaps a bit misleading, I have of course been walking for more than 18 months. I am after all, in my mid-thirties. So, it would be more accurate to say that I have been walking for over…
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Hanoi versus Ho Chi Minh City, which one to visit?
HANOI VERSUS HO CHI MINH CITY: WHICH ONE TO VISIT? Embarking on a journey through Vietnam, we were lucky enough to visit Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City spending between 7 and 10 days in each. From bustling markets to historical landmarks, our adventure unfolded as we uncovered the distinct…
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10 best things to do in A Coruña by day and at night
10 best things to do in A Coruña – a city guide to where to eat, sleep and explore in this Northern Spanish city. Is A Coruña worth visiting? A Coruña is a city of contrasts. The coast is stunning, the perfect place for a windswept walk in winter months,…
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13 best things to do in Kas, Turkey
13 BEST THINGS TO DO IN KAS, TURKEY: A GUIDE TO VISITING KAS. Is Kas worth visiting? Kas, pronounced “Kash” is a gorgeous town in Turkey on the Turquoise coast. It was a must visit for us when we recently walked the Lycian Way. We were mainly motivated to visit…
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Lycian Way Trail: How to hike the Lycian Way Self-Guided
LYCIAN WAY TRAIL: HOW TO HIKE THE LYCIAN WAY SELF-GUIDED. We recently walked a selection of the highlights of the Lycian Way Trail. Although this is a popular walk, information about it is patchy. Here you can find our guide to walking the Lycian Way self-guided. This post covers all…
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What to wear in Turkey as a woman
WHAT TO WEAR IN TURKEY AS A WOMAN AND WHAT TO WEAR IN DIFFERENT SEASONS. As a woman, on a recent trip to Turkey I wondered what to wear and what to pack. Based on my experience of travelling around Turkey in 2023, I’ve put together a post setting out…
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Camino Frances Stages + Map & PDF: How to walk the Camino de Santiago French route
CAMINO FRANCES STAGES: HOW TO WALK THE CAMINO FRANCES. What is the Camino Frances? The Camino Frances, or “The French Way” is one of the most famous of the Camno de Santiago routes. It is the most popular Camino route walked by pilgrims each year. For information on the other…
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Best Albergues on the Camino Frances: Our faves from 2023
THE BEST ALBERGUES ON THE CAMINO FRANCES: LOTUS EATERS TRAVEL FAVORITES. We recently walked the Camino Frances, the 780km pilgrimage from from Saint Jean Pied do Port in France to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. There are many reasons that we love walking the Camino. One of the reasons is…
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Our two week Albania itinerary: an epic road trip without a hire car
OUR TWO WEEK ALBANIA ITINERARY: AN EPIC ROAD TRIP WITHOUT A HIRE CAR. We had both visited Albania before, Emma for a brief trip to Durres in 2022 and John to Tirana back in 2019. But the shortest of visits previously had left us wanting more. With the month of…