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  • Mikala standing on a road alongside a forest looking away from the camera towards the sun and mountains in the distance. This was taken after leaving Mos on the Central route where there were fewer pilgrims around.

    Portuguese Camino Central Route Stages from Porto for 2026

    ByMikala Whitaker June 27, 2025September 27, 2025

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  • Coastal town with a mountain along the ocean on the Camino Portugués Coastal route on the left and then a green vineyard with yellow flowers and a mountain in the background on the Camino Portugués Central route.

    Camino Portugués Coastal or Central: Which is Best for You?

    ByMikala Whitaker June 25, 2025June 25, 2025

    Read More Camino Portugués Coastal or Central: Which is Best for You?Continue

  • Path leading to a lush green courtyard with a palm tree on the left and a regular tree on the right with the monastery with municipal albergue in the back in Vairão along the Camino Portugués.

    16 Top Camino Portugués Albergues: Central & Coastal Routes

    ByMikala Whitaker June 23, 2025June 23, 2025

    Read More 16 Top Camino Portugués Albergues: Central & Coastal RoutesContinue

  • Collage with a Camino Mikala looking away from the camera at the cathedral in Porto about to start the Camino Portugués and then Mikala looking out at the mountains on the Camino Francés

    Camino Portugués vs. Camino Francés (I Hiked Both Solo)

    ByMikala Whitaker June 20, 2025June 20, 2025

    Read More Camino Portugués vs. Camino Francés (I Hiked Both Solo)Continue

  • Mikala smiling at sunrise on the top of Roy's Peak in New Zealand with mountains and a lake in the background.

    Roy’s Peak Sunrise: A Bucket List Hike Worth Waking Up For

    ByMikala Whitaker April 8, 2025April 8, 2025

    Read More Roy’s Peak Sunrise: A Bucket List Hike Worth Waking Up ForContinue

  • Mikala taking a selfie with her hand up in the air in front of Fox Glacier while on a heli hiking tour in New Zealand.

    Fox Glacier Heli Hike Review: Is it Worth It in 2026?

    ByMikala Whitaker April 6, 2025April 6, 2025

    Read More Fox Glacier Heli Hike Review: Is it Worth It in 2026?Continue

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In 2022 my world fell apart following a broken engagement. I picked myself up again by chasing more travel experiences. I've now visited over 30 countries, have been solo traveling for 10 years, and am working towards a move abroad.

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