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El Camino

The Camino de Santiago was never on my radar. I knew about it, of course, knew that it was a pilgrimage of Christian origins, ending in Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain. Santiago, in Spanish, translates to Saint James in English (Tiago in Portuguese or Galego; Diego in Spanish). The story goes that James traveled…

Itinerary for The Artsy Way

August 31-September 15, 2025 Click here to find out more: ABOUT OUR TRIP The walking distances listed below are between our lodgings. We are limited in lodging choices that have enough rooms for our group. However, our private driver meets us throughout the day, so you can choose how long you want to walk; you may want a…

A Sense of Home

After three months out of the country, it’s taken awhile to settle back into some semblance of normal, and I’m not sure we’re really there yet. The question of what constitutes “normal” lingered throughout the summer as John and I went our separate ways to a large extent. That wasn’t a bad thing; after spending…

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About Me

Hi, I’m Andre. Previously a performing musician, I am now dedicating my life to adventure, fitness, pedaling my recumbent trike, time with my husband and friends, and exploring the wonders of the natural and cultural world. This blog will share my travels, discoveries, musings, and adventures with you, my dear friends and readers! Thank you for checking it out!

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