by admin | Apr 25, 2018 | Camino, Spain, Uncategorized, Walking
Day Four on the Camino Ingles was the hardest day, with a steep climb out of Betanzos, and then later in the day, the longest and steepest climb from Cafe Julia to Visono and then a long stretch into Bruma. But you are rewarded with great vistas and an eye-blindingly...
by admin | Oct 25, 2017 | Himalayas, trekking, Walking
The village far below is Sari, the roadhead for Devariyatal. This picture is some 4 kms and 1000m above it. We were trekking for adventure when we heard the magical sound of a Garhwali sound floating through the pure Himalayan air. One of the best parts of the trek...
by admin | Aug 30, 2017 | Camino, Walking
The Camino Ingles has changed! There is argument about whether for the better or the worse – but what matters is that you won’t get lost if you follow the markers. A big thank you to readers who have contacted me with details and maps of the changes. The...
by admin | Aug 18, 2017 | Camino, Walking
Is Adventure is good for your health? Have you ever been really well on a holiday or adventure only to fall ill on the plane home? That’s because adventures boost immune function. When you were walking or cycling or climbing, your body was producing antibodies like...
by admin | Aug 18, 2017 | Camino, Walking
There are amazingly simple ways in which adventures like the Camino Ingles will create a better you! Will adventures improve my mental health? Adventures make us happy for a simple reason. Even a small achievement releases the same hormones that make you feel good....
by admin | Aug 15, 2017 | Camino, Spain, Walking
You only need 6 days, not 60 days! No, I’m not suggesting that you wear a jetpack and do the 800 km Frances in 6 days! Rethink! There are other caminos! The Camino Ingles will get you an adventure in 6 days. 6 days not 60 days as expected, and you will get the...