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Hanoi Highlights 2024

We spent about a week in Hanoi. It’s busy, noisy, hectic and vibrant. Definitely worth a visit. We flew from Bangkok to Hanoi on a local Asian carrier. We had e-visas and had no issues at customs, just a very long line. We paid for an airport pick-up 300,000 VND, it was worth it. OtherContinue reading “Hanoi Highlights 2024”

Walking the Camino Part 3 – Santiago to Muxia and Fisterre

No matter which Camino they have travelled to reach Santiago for some travellers the journey continues on to Fisterre or Muxia. Both are on the coast. Fisterre is the more traditional end of the Camino, considered the end of the earth by early pilgrims. Muxia is less traditional but it’s beautiful. We decided to goContinue reading “Walking the Camino Part 3 – Santiago to Muxia and Fisterre”

Walking the Portuguese Camino 2024- Part 1 Porto to Valenca

The journey from Porto to Valenca included walking along the coast, obtaining essential materials like pilgrim passports and shells, and encountering various accommodations along the way, such as hostels and hotels. The route provided opportunities to experience local cuisine, interact with fellow pilgrims, and navigate through challenging weather conditions.