Oviedo to Santiago – 253 kms This is the earliest pilgrimage route and is considered one of the most challenging but beautiful variants. In particular, the fifth stage, from Borres to Burducedo, and the sixth stage, past the reservoir to … Continue reading →
Covid has made a lot of people do strange things that they would not usually attempt. Fed up with the limited hiking opportunities near my hometown of Toronto, I decided that I should try camping and backpacking. I have done … Continue reading →
304 kms from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay, September 2019 This hike was invented by Alfred Wainwright, who made plans to connect existing footpaths, bridleways and minor roads to enable a walk across a wide portion of England. It … Continue reading →
I had planned a trip to the Dolomites for September 2020, with nine people coming from three countries., As Covid spread it became obvious that this was not a good idea, and gradually people dropped out and reservations were cancelled … Continue reading →
El Calafate is a pleasant and agreeable small town. The main street is modern, prosperous, and well-maintained. It has multiple banks and many stores selling crafts and souvenirs. There are many good restaurants, including an excellent café/pub called Librobar Borges … Continue reading →
I spent most of March 2019 hiking in southern Patagonia, beginning with five great days of day hiking from El Chalten. This small town (year-round population, 1,000) is close to Mt Fitz Roy and several other very scenic peaks and … Continue reading →
I spent a week hiking on Skye in April 2017. The first day we did a moderate walk through the Quiraing, the next day we had a rest and saw Dunvegan Castle, a weaving workshop, and had a drink at … Continue reading →
