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Four Helpful Tips for Walking in The Spanish Heat
As I prepare for my fourth Camino trip there is one thing on my mind, the heat. All of my previous Camino’s have taken place in May or October when the Spanish sun is still hot, but quite comfortable. Even so, I still managed to get sunburnt and I also suffered from terrible nose cold…
Read MoreHow Much Training Do I Need To Walk The Camino?
What are the hostels like? Do I need to take a tent? Do I need a sleeping bag? What about going to the toilet? What if I don’t understand Spanish? These are all questions that I am asked on a regular basis with regards to the Camino. But, the most often asked question is all…
Read MoreDay 6 – The Cotswold Way, Dursley to Hawkesbury
Distance: 14.47 miles (34,973 steps / 23km) Weather: Started off overcast and quite warm. By 12 noon the heavens opened and it rained all the way to Hawkesbury. Terrain: More Woodland, golf courses, villages (yey!), rambling streams, steep climbs and slippery descents. The Story of the day Last night I arrived in Dursley at The Old…
Read MoreHigh and Low: How I Hiked Away From Depression Across Scotland
By Keith Foskett I am a Keith Foskett fan after devouring his first book about his Camino trip, The Journey In Between. I then read his second book about his PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) thru-hike called The Last Englishman which I simply could not put down. I had high hopes for this book and I…
Read More127 Hours – Between a Rock and a Hard Place (Book review)
A totally inspiring and moving true story, which was cringe-worthy in parts. This book has some strong messages to take with you on your own travels. I will never be far from my phone and I will always let my family know where I am going! I gave this book a four-star rating as it…
Read MoreDay 5 – The Cotswold Way, Painswick to Dursley (and Scary Cows!)
Distance: 21 miles (33km, 51,303 steps!) Weather: Weird! Rain, hail, sun, more rain! Terrain: A mix of woodland, road walking, country park and beautiful escarpments. The story of the day – Cows! After a hearty breakfast of fruit, yoghurt, porridge and then homemade pancakes it’s amazing that I could even walk one step! But as…
Read MoreWhat Is So Special About the Camino?
I am a big believer in fate, but I also believe that you create your own opportunities in life. I was listening to My Camino Podcast where Dan interviewed a young lad in his late teens who was walking with his mum. As a typical teenager he was rather grumpy on the first few days,…
Read MoreDay 4 – The Cotswold Way, Birdlip to Painswick
Distance: 8.54 miles, 20.988 steps (short walk today) Weather: I looked out of the window this morning and sighed as it was very wet and overcast. The minute we stepped onto the trail the sun came out and we had no rain all day. Result! Terrain: Mostly woodland with glimpses of views over Gloucester. The…
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