Month: May 2024

What is Inn-to-Inn hiking (or walking)?

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Inn-to-inn hiking is a unique and enchanting way to explore the world on foot, combining the joy of long-distance walking with the comfort of a cozy bed at the end of each day.

Unlike traditional backpacking, where you carry all your gear and camp each night, inn-to-inn hiking allows you to travel light, as your luggage is often transported for you. This enables hikers to cover substantial distances without the burden of heavy packs. A perfect example of this type of holiday is the Tour du Mont Blanc, a famous trek through the Alps that spans France, Italy, and Switzerland, offering breathtaking views and charming accommodations along the way.

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The Best Costa Brava Itinerary: Cami de Ronda, Girona, and Dali Museums in Less Than 2 Weeks

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After our trip to the Cotswolds, we were keen to go on more inn-to-inn hikes. There’s something truly special about the unhurried pace of such holidays, where each step unveils something new around every corner and over every hill. While this mode of travel wouldn’t allow us to pack in as many sights over a few short days, we were more than willing to make this trade-off for the quality of enjoying each step and a well-deserved rest at day’s end.

With numerous long-distance trails to consider, we looked for something off the beaten path, and this is how we discovered Cami de Ronda. This scenic coastal path winds along the Costa Brava in northeastern Spain, connecting quaint villages, pristine beaches, and hidden coves. Originally utilized as a surveillance route by the Guardia Civil to monitor illegal activities like smuggling, it has now become a beloved hiking trail spanning about 100 kilometers (124 miles), typically completed in 10 to 13 days, depending on one’s pace.

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