Then on to Vila Praia da Ancora, Portugal

It never ceases to amaze me that I, who get lost in the supermarket, always manage to somehow reach my destinations when traveling in foreign countries. My children have often expressed their amazement also. 😳 And so it was that I managed to find the train station and wend my way up to the north …

A Night in Coimbra, Portugal

I'm a bit late writing this blog. I find myself lost in my thoughts more these days and writing becomes secondary when I'm busy. I moved on to a town called Coimbra. How is it that no one told me about this place? What a beautiful town it is. I stayed in a fantastic hotel …

Clogs

I discovered the other day that clogs came from the celts. They were different to the Dutch ones, due to the often muddy and wet conditions, and they had platforms so their feet would not get wet. Farmers used them mostly. then, thanks to Sybille Yates, i came across this wonderful little YouTube clip of …

A Simple Little Side Trip

Well, something had to go wrong! It was all just too perfect. ..😳 As I go back to Australia soon, and I've now finished school, I thought it would be a great idea to travel a bit before I leave. The day started in a very relaxed manner. I heard Gonzalo come home at about …

Road Trip to Oia

Yep, time for another mini trip.....this time, to visit my awesome and gutsy friend Tanya who has bought a house in Oia and moved to Spain to live on the Portugues Coastal Camino. Gonzalo had a day off so we drove down south and through the all familiar mountains that I have walked over the …