Fitness, Walking and Travel Blog
Fitness, Walking and Travel Blog
Portimão is one of the most vibrant and authentic cities in the Algarve, Portugal. Known as a bustling port, shopping hub, and gateway to the famous Praia da Rocha, it offers far more than just beaches. During my recent visit, I explored Portimão on foot—and it quickly became clear that walking is one of the
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Introduction – Why So Many Expats Choose the Algarve Having recently visited the Algarve in southern Portugal, I can honestly say I understand the appeal. From the moment I arrived, there was something about the place—its light, its pace of life, its people—that made it easy to see why so many expats choose to live
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Introduction Walking from Praia da Rocha to Alvor is one of the Algarve’s most rewarding coastal experiences. This scenic route combines clifftop trails and beachside paths, offering breathtaking views over golden sandstone cliffs, turquoise waters, and a succession of beautiful beaches. Along the way, you’ll pass highlights such as Praia do Vau and Praia do
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Intro Praia da Rocha offers a variety of breathtaking walks in and around the area. A wooden boardwalk stretches along the entire beach, dotted with inviting restaurants and cafés—perfect for a relaxed seaside stroll. The lively main strip, Avenida Tomás Cabreira, is lined with hotels, shops, restaurants, cafés, and pubs, creating a vibrant atmosphere both
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Intro A good workout and an enjoyable social. The company was excellent as always. The chicken livers were tasty and the mocha latte simply delicious. Cheers! Gallery 200 Vitality Points Click on screenshot below to enlarge. Please note: I did the walk in 1h 24min. Had I completed the same distance in just over 1h
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Intro – The Bedfordview Kensington Heritage Walk – 2024 June 30 A small group and an enjoyable walk. Sadly we witnessed an accident at the start of the walk. A driver did not stop at the stop street and collided his vehicle with another one driven by a 92-year old lady. Clair, Paul and Yolanda
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Intro – Portugal – The World’s Longest Circular Walking Route There are good reasons so many travelers flock to Portugal: it’s drenched in sun, tasty food, packed with culture and it’s fairly inexpensive, too. Wellness Tourism – Portugal – The World’s Longest Circular Walking Route However, most of Portugal’s tourism is concentrated on the same destinations
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Intro – The Bedfordview Kensington Heritage Walk – 2024 May 26 Glorious Autumn weather and a nice group as always. Thank you all who joined the fun. Thank you to Erik, Joel and Phumzile for co-hosting and welcome to the newcomers Joy (visiting from Australia) and to Linda. We are all special and we had
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Intro – The Bedfordview Kensington Heritage Walk – 2024 April 28 What fabulous weather we are experiencing in Johannesburg. Cool mornings and warm sunny days. Another perfect day for a group walk. Thanks to everyone who participated and thanks to the hosts and new hosts: Belinda, Janine, Joel, Phumzile and Sylvia. Another good workout (10.53
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Intro – The Bedfordview Kensington Heritage Walk – 2024 March 31 A Happy Easter🐥🍫. A cool morning, a good workout (12.17 km, 16,204 steps, 891 calories) and as always a quick dip into history. Thank you to all who participated. A warm welcome to all those who joined us for the 1st time and a
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