“They can kick us out, but I’m stealing the chocolate!” ~ Clare, Day 2
Medieval Hospitality in Marin County
Hostel Coyotes in Marin County
“They have prison showers. You’re lucky we’re only staying here one night, otherwise you’d be sleeping with a dirty smelly man.” ~ Eric, Day 1
For those intrepid travelers accustomed to staying in hostels, this may not come as a surprise. For hostel neophytes like my husband and I, we were surprised to find that the men’s showers were indeed like a prison — one big open space with a bunch of shower heads. Yeah, not happening with this private man of mine. But let me backtrack a bit…
Walking Holiday in Marin County
“Everywhere is within walking distance if you have the time.” ~ Steven Wright
All avid fans of hiking or long distance walking share something in common. They understand that you must walk to truly experience and see a place. Sure, a car or bike will get you there quicker and allow you to see more places, but those modes of travel don’t allow you to see more OF a place. In our modern world where everything seems to move at lightning speed, is it no wonder people are craving slow travel? In a world driven by consumerism and the desire for more, is it surprising that someone like me would seek travel that focuses on meaningful experiences rather than a sightseeing checklist?
Slow travel doesn’t mean you move at the pace of a sloth — it’s a mindset, a different way of looking at vacation.
