Have dreams, will travel.
We have looked at routes, and then accommodations. Now let's go to gear. What to bring with you will vary from person to person. There are, of course, some basics such as baggage and shoes. After that items will vary depending on your personal tastes and needs. In this post I will list what I... Continue Reading →
Today's Sunday Special is a place that is high on my bucket list - the American southwest town of Sedona, Arizona. Even one of my all-time fav songs is called "Sedona" by Houndmouth (click the link to watch their video). Photos of Sedona's red rock terrain have enraptured my mind for years. It's proximity to... Continue Reading →
The times when I've relayed my Camino experiences to people many have asked about the accommodations - particularly what options are there. So let's take a look. ALBERGUES (HOSTELS) - "Albergue" is Spanish for hostel. While walking my Camino it was these Camino-specific albergues that I spent most of my nights. The albergues can be... Continue Reading →
The small yet beautiful Central American country of Costa Rica is a popular destination for many travelers. It is a place that I myself want to visit one day soon. It is not just the beaches that draw people to this tropical gem. Much of the land there is protected, in fact 25% of it... Continue Reading →
Walking the Camino de Santiago across the north of Spain is no easy feat. Walking for hours on end can be tiring among other things (yet so very rewarding, in my opinion). There is much to consider. Everything from time of year to go, how far you will walk, should you do it on your... Continue Reading →
Waterfalls are a sight that will likely make you stop to take a look. Some are so high and wide that they are the reason we travel to see them. Think Niagara Falls (Canada & USA), Iguazú Falls (Brazil & Argentina), Angel Falls (Venezuela), and Victoria Falls (Zambia & Zimbabwe). Although Athabasca Falls, located in... Continue Reading →
Italy's Dolomite Mountains in the north of the country are well known for their sharp and steep beauty as well as offering both winter and summer outdoor activites. Numerous areas of them are visited year-round and you would be hard-pressed not to find an area to enjoy the outdoors in. Or simply take in the... Continue Reading →
The South American country of Chile is rather long - spanning 4,270 km / 2,653 miles. With such length the topography is quite varied. Towards the southernmost section is the well-known area of Patagonia, which Chile shares with Argentina. Mountains, desserts, plains, lakes, rivers, islands, glaciers, plateaus and caves can be found in this region... Continue Reading →
A place that I have been yearning to visit for some time is Portugal. Flying over it early this year was cool to see as I pictured myself exploring this small yet enticing county. The northern city of Porto (Oporto) is a popular destination and from what I have learned of it, it has moved... Continue Reading →
