TRAVEL GUIDES AND LONG DISTANCE HIKES
John and Emma are a travelling couple, hiking and exploring the world together. We write about long-distance hiking, cities and any adventures we find. Bringing you “really useful travel guides.” Simple as that.
Who are Lotus Eaters Travel?
Emma is an avid writer, yogi, travel planning guru and enjoys good eating with red wine in beautiful places. John is the chief strategist of Lotus Eaters Travel, lover of Lebanese food and the middle east, chess geek and spontaneous adventurer.
EUROPEAN LONG-DISTANCE HIKING
We specialize in European long distance hiking guides. You can find a selection of our faves below, or find all guides here.
OUR LATEST HIKE
A SELECTION OF GREATS
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Our passion for exploration, love for diverse cultures, and commitment to providing an unparalleled experience drive us to offer personalized consultation services for some of the world’s most iconic walking trails.
SPRING TRIPS
Spring has arrived. We invite you to browse our recommendations for the best destinations to visit at this time of year.
LATEST BLOG POSTS
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Where to stay on the Dry Stone Route (GR221) in Mallorca
WHERE TO STAY ON THE DRY STONE ROUTE (GR221) IN MALLORCA. When planning your daily stages on the Dry Stone Route in Mallorca, one of the biggest decisions is where to stay. Many walkers don’t realise the route passes through such a variety of beautiful villages, or that there are multiple ways to plan each… Read more
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What to pack for the GR221 (Dry Stone Route): a complete guide
WHAT TO PACK FOR THE DRY STONE ROUTE (GR221): A COMPLETE GUIDE. Packing for the GR221 is a balance between being prepared for the mountains and keeping your bag light enough to enjoy the long, often challenging days, without cursing your backpack. This route takes you high into the Serra de Tramuntana, where conditions can… Read more
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Our 9 day itinerary for the Dry Stone Route (GR221) Mallorca
OUR NINE DAY ITINERARY FOR THE DRY STONE ROUTE (GR221) MALLORCA. The GR221 – Mallorca’s famed “Dry Stone Route”- is a spectacular long-distance trail that winds its way for roughly 99 miles (159km) across the Serra de Tramuntana. It’s a route defined by dramatic coastal views, ancient stone paths, and daily elevation changes that keep… Read more
LOTUS EATERS TRAVEL YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Our most detailed content is on this site, but you can also find some visual walking guides on our YouTube channel.
OUR BOOKS
As we hike around the world, we have written travel guides to help those who are thinking of embarking on similar adventures. We are immensely grateful for your support when you purchase one of these through Amazon or through our shop.
