EUROPE
I’ve traveled to Europe several times for work, but never with the freedom to explore. So, in 2018 when my client asked me to fly to Munich for their trade show I quickly agreed and booked a one way flight to Germany. After working in Munich, my buddy and I visited Venice, I flew to Paris, and decided to hike the Camino de Santiago before heading back to the United States to renovate a new home on wheels.
ALL EUROPE ADVENTURES
Camino de Santiago Packing List
I once heard an accomplished backpacker say that the the only thing he wished he'd taken on his last trip was less. I've learned over the years that the less I carry on my back, [...]
Hiking the Camino de Santiago – Camino Francés – Part 1
For my 30th birthday I ran 30 miles. For my 32nd birthday I ran 32 miles. For my 35th birthday I walked 500+ miles across Spain. I'm worried about turning 40... When I returned home [...]
Hiking the Camino de Santiago – Camino Francés – Part 2
Day 9 kicked off the second half of my Camino de Santiago hike along the French Way, or the Camino Francés. In 8 days I'd covered 240 miles, and striking out before dawn that morning [...]
Hiking the Camino de Santiago – Camino Finisterre – Part 3
I left Santiago de Compostela before dawn, following my headlamp through the suburbs. Since most pilgrims only go to Santiago I had the trail to myself. I hiked until noon, stopped for brunch and beer, [...]