Hola!
I’m Alison, the writer behind Alison on Foot. Welcome to my website where I’ll be sharing all my travel adventures, many of them on foot.
In 2022 I walked the Central route of the Camino Portugués from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and decided to start a blog to share all my experiences.
Since then I’ve walked another two Caminos (the Coastal route of the Camino Portugués and the last 100 kms of the Camino Francés) and hope that my blog will give you some inspiration to get walking too.
Even if you don’t fancy a multi-day hike like the Camino de Santiago I write about other shorter walks and hikes, as well as guides to some of my favourite places.
Happy travels!
What’s New?
Read all my latest posts here
- The Fiesta de los Patios in Córdoba – Top Tips for First Time Visitors
Every year for the first two weeks of May, the courtyards of Córdoba burst into a riot of colour for the Fiesta de los Patios,… Read more: The Fiesta de los Patios in Córdoba – Top Tips for First Time Visitors - Flamingo Spotting at Fuente de Piedra LagoonDid you know that you can see wild flamingos in Andalucia, less than an hour inland from the Costa del Sol? Fuente de Piedra lagoon… Read more: Flamingo Spotting at Fuente de Piedra Lagoon
- Cycling from Ronda to Setenil de las BodegasThere are so many great things to do in Ronda but have you thought about getting on a bike and exploring the countryside on two… Read more: Cycling from Ronda to Setenil de las Bodegas
- Arriving in Santiago: A Practical Guide for PilgrimsArriving in Santiago de Compostela and standing in front of the cathedral is a momentous occasion whether it’s your first Camino or you’ve got a… Read more: Arriving in Santiago: A Practical Guide for Pilgrims
Spotlight on: Camino Portugués
I’ve walked the Camino Portugués twice and it’s safe to say that I love it! I’ve written lots of posts about both the Central and Coastal routes as well as other handy Camino guides. I also have a Facebook group, Camino Portugués Planning, which you should join if you want to chat to like minded people about this popular route of the Camino de Santiago.
You can read all my Camino Portugués posts here.
- Arriving in Santiago: A Practical Guide for PilgrimsArriving in Santiago de Compostela and standing in front of the cathedral is a momentous occasion whether it’s your first Camino or you’ve got a… Read more: Arriving in Santiago: A Practical Guide for Pilgrims
- The Credencial: Everything You Need to Know About the Pilgrim’s PassportIf you’re planning to walk the Camino de Santiago, one of the most important items you’ll need to add to your packing list is the… Read more: The Credencial: Everything You Need to Know About the Pilgrim’s Passport
- The Best Time to Walk the Camino PortuguésDeciding to walk the Camino Portugués is an easy decision. Deciding when to walk is a bit more difficult unless, of course, you’re a teacher… Read more: The Best Time to Walk the Camino Portugués
Spotlight on: Andalucia
I moved to Andalucia from the Isle of Man in 2017 and have spent a lot of time exploring this beautiful part of Spain. It’s a great place for walking and hiking and the perfect destination for a holiday whether you want a weekend city break, a relaxing beach holiday, or an action packed adventure.
You can read all my Andalucia posts here.
- The Fiesta de los Patios in Córdoba – Top Tips for First Time VisitorsEvery year for the first two weeks of May, the courtyards of Córdoba burst into a riot of colour for the Fiesta de los Patios,… Read more: The Fiesta de los Patios in Córdoba – Top Tips for First Time Visitors
- Flamingo Spotting at Fuente de Piedra LagoonDid you know that you can see wild flamingos in Andalucia, less than an hour inland from the Costa del Sol? Fuente de Piedra lagoon… Read more: Flamingo Spotting at Fuente de Piedra Lagoon
- Cycling from Ronda to Setenil de las BodegasThere are so many great things to do in Ronda but have you thought about getting on a bike and exploring the countryside on two… Read more: Cycling from Ronda to Setenil de las Bodegas
