Author: Jamie A.
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Walking the Camino: Day 8
Another shorter day today. The miles are really starting to add up and making us a bit more fatigued during the day. That being said, we’re still thoroughly enjoying our time on the Camino. We’re very glad for the short days because it’s letting us get some rest time before upping the miles again. Since…
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Walking the Camino: Day 7
I’ll be honest, we were dreading the official route today which was entirely inland and had a steep ascent and descent towards the end of a 12 mile day. So I scoped out Google maps and found what appeared to be walkways leading up the coast with a lot less elevation gain. It took very…
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Walking the Camino: Day 6
Today was honestly pretty bleh. Luckily it was only a short 5 mile day so it was at least over quick and we could recuperate at the hotel. The day did begin great with breakfast at our B&B Casa da Reina. We took our time getting starting due to the short mileage, and left around…
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Walking the Camino: Day 5
Today was rough. Breathtaking in more than one way if you get my drift. A lot of rocky hill paths leading into more mountainous areas of Portugal with very few stops for food or drink. But, this was arguable the most beautiful day on the Camino so far. We were in little villages with winding…
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Walking the Camino: Day 4
It was another beautiful 10 mile day! Dad insists that this is the first real “Camino day” because we were finally out of the Porto metro area, and I can’t exactly disagree. After a filling breakfast at our beach side hotel, we hit the boardwalk. And kept on the boardwalk for around 4 miles. We…
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Walking the Camino: Day 3
Day 3 on the Coastal Camino. A crisp foggy day highlighted by more boardwalks, some city walking, and a delicious kebab lunch.
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Walking the Camino: Day 2
Day 2 of our slow Camino! Boardwalks, roasted chicken, and lounge chairs to name a few.
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Walking the Camino: Day 1
It’s finally day 1 of the Coastal Camino! Highlights include boardwalks, beautiful sun drenched beaches, and a hunt for the iconic yellow shells and arrows.
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Walking the Camino: Before We Start
We arrived in Portugal! We haven’t started the Camino yet, but had a great time being tourists in Porto! Cable cars, almond tarts, and a river boat are just some of what we did today.
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Belgium: The Happy Accident
This travel journal documents a spontaneous trip to Belgium after a photography course in France was canceled. Visits to Antwerp and Bruges included food, beer, silversmithing, and canals.
Wandering with Marvin 