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
- Why You Should Visit Andalucia in Spring
Spring is a special time to visit Andalucia – the temperature has yet to hit its peak but the locals are finally ready to shrug… Read more: Why You Should Visit Andalucia in Spring - The Best Things to do in CórdobaThe Andalucian city of Córdoba boasts four UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the historic centre, the Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral), the Fiesta de los Patios, and the… Read more: The Best Things to do in Córdoba
- 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
- Exploring Northumberlandia, the Lady of the NorthNorthumberlandia, also known as the Lady of the North, is a huge land sculpture near Cramlington in Northumberland. While not as well known as the… Read more: Exploring Northumberlandia, the Lady of the North
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.
- 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
- Camino Portugués – Coastal Route or Senda Litoral?If you’ve started researching your walk on the Camino Portugués you’ve probably realised that, as well as the Central route, there are two routes that… Read more: Camino Portugués – Coastal Route or Senda Litoral?
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.
- Why You Should Visit Andalucia in SpringSpring is a special time to visit Andalucia – the temperature has yet to hit its peak but the locals are finally ready to shrug… Read more: Why You Should Visit Andalucia in Spring
- The Best Things to do in CórdobaThe Andalucian city of Córdoba boasts four UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the historic centre, the Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral), the Fiesta de los Patios, and the… Read more: The Best Things to do in Córdoba
- A Relaxing Visit to the Hammam Al Ándalus in CórdobaA relaxing visit to Hammam Al Ándalus is one of the best things to do in Córdoba, after a busy day sightseeing. If you’re anything… Read more: A Relaxing Visit to the Hammam Al Ándalus in Córdoba
