Packing for a Self-Guided Camino: What You Carry vs. What Gets Transferred
A self-guided Camino Portugués packing list built on our Camino Francés walk. What rides in the 8 kg daypack, what goes in the 20 kg transfer bag.
Practical Travel
Gear, how-to guides, logistics, packing, and transit tips
Walking the Camino As a Multi-Generational Family: Why We Chose the Self-Guided Coastal Route
We’re walking the self-guided Camino Portugués Coastal this fall with Shana’s aging parents. Here’s why Coastal- and how we planned for four paces.
A Self-Guided Camino as a Family of Four
We’re walking the Camino Português Coastal in September as a family of four- Shana and me, and Shana’s parents- and we booked it self-guided through…
Choosing a Self-Guided Camino: Is Camino Ways Worth It?
We sent Camino Ways our final payment for the Camino Portugues Coastal this week, and we have not walked a single stage yet- so this is not a verdict, it…
How to Train for the Camino Portuguese Coastal
Training for the Camino Portugues Coastal isn’t training for the Frances. Our plan for cobblestones, back-to-back days, and an 8kg day pack.
How to Spend a Hawaiian Inter-Island Travel Day
⚡ BLUF If your inter-island flight leaves at 2pm or later, Maui’s Central Valley is worth the detour- ʻIao Valley State Monument requires a paid timed-entry reservation, so book ahead. Sammy’s Beach Bar inside OGG security is better than expected for food; skip the drinks (outrageously expensive). Water is better for you anyway. How to … Read more
How To Book Awards with Lifemiles
⚡ BLUF Open your LifeMiles account and link it to your bank weeks before you plan to transfer- don’t wait until you find the award, or your transfer may get flagged and delayed. Always verify the award exists directly on the LifeMiles site before transferring points (transfers are one-way, no reversals). Once points are in, … Read more
How To Plan the Best Relaxation Day in Maui
⚡ BLUF Kilolani Day Spa at Grand Wailea is worth $150/person even if you’re not staying there- book the 8am slot before it fills. Paia Fish Market South Side is excellent; get the fish tacos or sautéed mahi with the 50/50 side. For whale watching, Hawaii Ocean Rafting out of Lahaina is great- February is … Read more
How To: The Road To Hana
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend places we’ve personally visited. ⚡ BLUF Worth a full day- don’t start after 1pm or you’ll feel rushed at the end. The drive itself is the point; don’t fixate … Read more