by Susan Jagannath | Jan 22, 2026 | Adventures, Bestsellers, Books, Camino, Places, Spain, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
1) What is the Portuguese Camino? The Portuguese Camino is a set of signed pilgrimage routes running from Portugal into Spain to finish at Santiago de Compostela. Most people start in Porto (because: flights, cafés, and a very sensible amount of optimism), then walk...
by Susan Jagannath | Nov 25, 2025 | Adventures, Books, Camino, Churches, Faith, Places, Spain, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
If you’re planning to walk the Camino de Invierno, you’ll want to look beyond the main markers to discover the unique experiences that make this route special. Scattered along the path are historic sites, artistic surprises, and spiritual corners that reveal the...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 16, 2025 | Adventures, Places, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
Quite a few friends noticed I was at the Kumbh and asked for tips, so here is a pilgrim’s guide to the Kumbh Mela. For those who know me from the Camino, see my comparison of the two. pilgrimages, see my previous post. It’s a pilgrimage like no other—intense,...
by Susan Jagannath | Nov 9, 2024 | Adventures, Bestsellers, Books, Places, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Writing
The Best of All Lookouts Yes, it is a bit of a splendiferous name. Welcome to the ancient world of Gondwana, where Australia’s rich natural history comes alive. Here, in the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, majestic Antarctic beech trees...
by Susan Jagannath | Oct 31, 2024 | Adventures, Bestsellers, Books, Camino, Places, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Writing
The Camino de Santiago is a profound experience with both physical and spiritual rewards and let’s be honest, challenges.. For seniors, preparing for this journey requires careful planning and consideration. Having walked multiple caminos after I crossed 60, here are...
by Susan Jagannath | May 28, 2024 | Adventures, Camino, Faith, Food, Places, Spain, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks
A Vegetarian Adventure (with Eggs & Dairy) The Camino Portugués isn’t just a historical and cultural pilgrimage; for adventurous vegetarians like yourself, it’s a delicious journey brimming with plant-based delights that incorporate eggs and dairy. We...
