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Getting Into Shape – Part #2

2nd training walk — 9. July 2015 I wake up to the shrill sound of the alarm, once again at 5am. Did I mention that I hate alarms? Maybe if I could will my body to wake up naturally at this ungodly hour we wouldn’t need an alarm, but alas… that’s just wishful thinking. It’s […]

getting into shape for the camino

Getting Into Shape

During our search for the perfect Camino packing list we came across many blogs that talk about preparing for the Camino. We figure that yes, it makes sense to do some walking and actually getting the body accustomed to surviving the whole 800km walk in 35-40 days. But somehow life and business commitments always got […]

My Camino Packing List

I searched long and hard for the perfect Camino packing list. In the end, the best advice I got was from a Facebook friend of mine @HelenZee who walked the Camino in 2014. I believe that advice is always best served when you actually know what you’re doing, so since Helen has experienced the joy and […]

how it all started

How it All Started?

Some of my most treasured childhood memories are those of me accompanying my grandparents on long weekend hikes and walks. From the early age of five they took me with them and we ventured far and wide across Switzerland on regular hikes. My grandparents belonged to a walking club and it was customary for everyone […]

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How to Travel in Luxury

… Without Busting Your Budget One of the questions every traveller has before leaving home is, “How much money will I need?” It’s a good question, and one we’re currently analysing backwards and sidewards, because when you LEAP out of your comfort zone you’re forgiven to question whether you will be able to afford it […]

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Uproot Your Life

Could you uproot your life? Would you? Most people wouldn’t dream of leaving a fully furnished home behind, waving goodbye to their good friends, and turning their back on the country of their dreams. Most people would like to follow their dreams, dream about uprooting life, but stop metres from the starting blocks. Why? Because […]