Posts Tagged ‘Walking’
TEN BACK PACKING LESSONS LEARNED FROM WALKING THE SOUTH DOWNS WAY
Many people may think that I am a seasoned hiker/camper, but in reality, that is not the case. Yes, I have enjoyed many adventures and even long-distance trails such as the Camino, The Cotswold Way etc, but on all of those trails, I slept in a comfortable bed, not a tent. Camping whilst hiking is…
Read MoreWHAT LEVEL OF SPANISH DO I NEED FOR A SUCCESSFUL CAMINO?
Do I need to speak Spanish to walk the Camino? It would be very arrogant for any future pilgrim to expect the people of Spain to speak English. Yes, in the big towns and larger villages, you will often be greeted in English (the Spanish can spot us a mile off!), but in the smaller…
Read MoreWHAT IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO WALK THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO?
Is there a better time of year to walk the Camino? Having walked the Camino in the Spring, Summer and Autumn I can confirm that each season comes with pros and cons. My favourite time of year to walk the Camino is in October, but that is a personal choice for various reasons. I have…
Read MoreEven Keen Walkers Can’t Be Bothered To Venture Outdoors Sometimes!
I was sitting in the comfort of my nice warm house on Thursday evening thinking “it’s cold, it has been raining all day, and I really can’t be bothered to go out for a walk tonight”. I was receiving Facebook messages and text messages to say that people were not coming along for one…
Read MoreShould We Stop Trying To Hit 10k Steps A Day?
Did you know that the 10k steps theory was actually a Japanese marketing campaign for the run up 1964 Toyko Olympics? It was simply a way to encourage the Japanse to become more active. We all love that little “party on your wrist” when your Fitbit beeps to tell you that you have hit the 10k…
Read MoreDay 8 – The Cotswold Way – Final Day! I did it!!!
Pennsylvania to Bath Distance: A gruelling 14 miles! Weather: Horrible. Wet. Cold. Mud. Mud. Oh, did I mention mud? Terrain: Whoever said that the last day was all downhill lied! It was a typical Cotswold Way walk. I was teased by tarmac tracks as I struggled through muddy bridle paths. STORY OF THE DAY I…
Read MoreMy Final Thoughts Before We Set Sail
As I type this blog it is 5.30am and only 24 hours before we leave for our second adventure on the Camino Frances route. I know it’s a cliche but Rachel and I sat and watched The Way yet again last night to get us in the mood (not that we need any more encouragement…
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