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Hiking / Trekking
I discovered hiking (from longer walks to multi-day treks) quite late in life, during my round the world trip to New Zealand. Some of the most beautiful places there can ONLY be reached thanks to multi-day hiking tours. Ever since that sort of initiation, I have become hooked and enjoy the kind of thoughts and spirit that only come when walking one step at a time. This includes several pilgrim routes and multi-day hikes, which I have already written about here.
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Between Banff & Jasper: The most beautiful 300 kilometres on Earth.
by ElenaTake your favourite playlist. Add a bit of sunlight. Put on your best smile. And way you go … Little did …
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Banff & beyond: #ExploreCanada the local way.
by Elena“So when are you headed to Banff again, Elena? Later this month? Excellent! You are most welcome to stay with …
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Lone Cone Hostel & Campground: The gateway to exploring Tofino the native way.
by ElenaTofino. I came here because somebody whispered its name. Twice. Even three times, I can’t remember. “Go to Tofino”, is …
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#ExploreCanada: Sailing, Strolling & Sampling Vancouver & Whistler on a first-time visit.
by ElenaCanada. “I believe this has been the best long-haul flight I’ve ever had”, I can hear myself saying after arriving in …
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#EnjoyGermanNature: The idyllic island of Rügen along the Baltic Sea Coast.
by ElenaEine Tüte Urlaub – One bag filled with vacation. I turn over the little bag on my lap, smiling as …
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The other Portugal: Singulartrips, Serra da Estrela & sweet moments of seduction in Porto.
by ElenaPortugal. “When I get on a plane and arrive in Lissabon three hours later, I do feel just the same: …
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Women Walking The Way: Insights & Inspiration from the Portuguese Camino.
by Elena“It’s a kind of magic …” Magic. Magic! Well yes, walking the Camino is full of magic. And partly so, because …