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Thursday 17 October 2024 Walked 12,000 steps. Saw some real wave action today. 8 to 10 metre waves. Incredible salt spray everywhere…

16 October 24

An early start in the dark from south of Lisbon to Nazare. Rain, drizzle, and fog for most of the morning. Stopped for caffeine around 7.30 a.m. Then – Nazare! Wow!

After a couple of weeks on the beach in Hua Hin, Thailand, it will be time to visit an old friend near Manila. Go and see some more beaches too..

Remote Atlantic Beach. Spectacular. Had a swim. Met a lovely German couple too. Great chat. Swapped recommendations as we were travelling in opposite directions.

Monday 14 October 24 Very interesting “back road” drive from Lagos and Luz to just south of Lisbon. Met a lovely couple from Austria at the ferry. We’re meeting up in Thailand next month! What a coincidence! It really is a small World.

Monday 14 October 24 After a delightful few hours at my favourite Cafe in Luz, it was time to head north along the Atlantic coast. Winding into the mountains, the landscapes were so “Australian” it was bizarre. Aussie eucalyptus trees both wild and in plantations. Except for the distinctive Portugese architecture and driving on theContinue reading “Portugal Atlantic Coast”

Found an awesome coffee shop with incredibly interesting and passionate staff from a very diverse backgrounds. I enjoyed two of THE BEST coffees I’ve had anywhere in 17 countries!  Seriously great coffee. Bloody delicious! Airbnb cats are a highlight. Spent time at Burgau Beach, randomly selected. The Portugese coastline is epic everywhere! Washed n polishedContinue reading “What a lovely day”