And so it begins…

Updated on February 26th, 2025

Happy Easter and I hope you are having a well-earned break enjoying time with your loved ones and gorging on chocolate!

For me, this week has marked the start of my journey to the Camino de Santiago.

In case you don’t know, the Camino is an ancient network of pilgrimage routes leading to the shrine of the apostle Saint James the Great in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, northwest Spain. Pilgrims have been making this trek for centuries, seeking spiritual growth, reflection, or simply the joy of exploration.

You can choose to take the pilgrimage along any of the routes which guide you on a journey through France or Spain. For the more committed you can walk the full 1000 kilometres. 

I have decided to take on the picturesque Portuguese Coastal Route and am leaving to start the adventure at the end of this month.

I will be sharing a lot about my preparation for anyone who is interested over the coming weeks, along with plenty of the usual travel news and inspiration for those who aren’t, so don’t go anywhere!

But for now, I’ve just started the training which will involve three hikes a week, along the same but progressively longer route through the Chiltern Hills in the UK. That way I can track my progress as we go. This week was just under 8kms, the final will be 20kms.

And by tracking progress, I of course mean my fitness, but in addition I am excited to see the landscape change as I watch the woods develop from winter to spring. Each day so far has felt greener and more alive and I think we are seeing the early signs of bluebells. I also walked past a field with the first lamb of the season this morning. I look forward to him finding company over the coming weeks. 

If you want to see it all for yourself, then check out my Instagram Stories where I will be providing regular updates (including what I am now calling #LambCam!).

If you are interested in more places in the UK to go hiking, check out my guides to the Peak District and Wales.

So, {{ subscriber.first_name }}, have you walked the Camino and have any advice to share? Or would you like to and are keen to learn more? If so, tell me what and I will gladly share. Hit reply to this email to let me know or connect via your social method of choice (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, Threads or LinkedIn) to give me all the details.

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This week, over on YouTube I stay with my four-legged friends as I take a ride on horseback through the stunning landscapes of Cappadocia in Turkey. If you loved my hot air balloon video, then this is one not to be missed! Here we explore the fairy chimneys and ancient cave dwellings as the sun sets, while getting to grips with a new companion. If you have been here a while, you will know I am not a natural equestrian so tune in to see my latest efforts HERE.

Until next time, 

Safe Travels

Sue x

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​More of my Adventures…

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Video – Cappadocia Horse Riding at Sunset – A Magical Experience!

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