We return to Portugal and stroll the historical streets of Evora in the early evening light. We had been here some years ago, so now we spend our time unveiling memories along the narrow cobbled streets and the proud columns of the ancient Roman temple. Our next stop is Coimbra, the University city by excellence … Continue reading Hilly Portugal
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Time is relative, birds fly high
In the Spanish side of the border, hidden amongst soft hills and holm oaks, lies the little village of Paymogo, which is the place where some of my ancestors saw the first light. We stop in this improvable corner of the world and spend a couple of days with an aunt of mine. The village … Continue reading Time is relative, birds fly high
Go West
After our mighty Morocco adventure, we cross the Straight of Gibraltar back to our beloved Tarifa. There, we have a little celebration to say goodbye to Sonny and Yael who are on their way back to The Netherlands. Sonny´s grand guacamole, together with other nibbles and generous amounts of wine make our last Monopoly game … Continue reading Go West
Crowds and Empires
We are lucky to reach Azrou on a Tuesday, which is the day when the weekly berber market takes place. The experience is quite intense, it´s a bit like travelling to the middle ages or so, just that now there’s also plastic. Everything is for sale in that market, from livestock to lightbulbs, including fruits … Continue reading Crowds and Empires
Landscapes for the soul
Along the way to the desert we are escorted by the peaks of the Atlas, watching us from the horizon, some of them covered in snow. A succession of valleys and mountains run next by our side, as the road meanders till it takes us to Ouarzazate. Just outside of town, we make a stop … Continue reading Landscapes for the soul
Time is dust
For now, our last town in the coast of Morocco is Sidi Ifni, an old Spanish colony that poses in immaculate white against the rough blue sea. Art Deco Architecture framed by tall palm trees that gets even prettier adorned by the honey tones of the evening. The market is small, but rich in variety. … Continue reading Time is dust
Far away, so close
We arrive to the port of Tarifa with the very early lights of the morning to see the sunrise over the straight of Gibraltar and take the first morning ferry to Tangier. The ferry crossing is some 45 minutes, so soon we start to see the skyline of Tangier drafted in the horizon. First glance … Continue reading Far away, so close
Cold is the night
We enjoy a nice Christmas break that we spend with our friends and family, celebrating the holidays, catching up and eating, eating, eating. With our bellies full and our spirits high, it is time to continue our journey. The compass continues to point south. First it takes us to the wonderful city of Cuenca, in … Continue reading Cold is the night
Recap and Seasons Greetings
This year has been very special for us, full of moments and new experiences that will surely enrich our lives. In this blog post we look back at our first 8 months on the road. Our camper van adventure started in May and our first big destination was Sweeden. Gorgeous weather and clear skies gave … Continue reading Recap and Seasons Greetings
Like migratory birds II – Ebro Delta special
On the second day with Dani and Marta we go down to the Ebro Delta and spend the morning walking around La Tancada, a lagoon that hosts thousands of flamingoes. As it couldn´t be any other way, in the afternoon we have another delicious and copious lunch at the nearby town of Les Cases d´Alcanar. … Continue reading Like migratory birds II – Ebro Delta special
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