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Mountain Running in Spain

And just like that, our 2023 season has officially come to an end! In this newsletter you’ll find a recap from our two mountain running trips that we hosted in Spain in July/August 2023.

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Norway Adventure: The Lofoten Islands

We just wrapped up our first trip of the 2023 season and our very first guided trek in the Lofoten Islands of Northern Norway. Keep reading below for highlights and photos from our adventure!

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Sicily Travel Guide

We spent 10 days in Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, for our honeymoon. And this is what we did:

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Lost Luggage

“Each day, we would trek to a new town or hostel. One day we trekked to a cafe that could have been at the very end of the universe. Each evening we would shower and share a meal, discussing what we saw during the day.”

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Chasing Whales

“I have found purpose and fulfillment with intentional presence. I have allowed my hopes and dreams to lift me to the surface of the water, and I have found those looking for me even though it meant exposing my scars.“

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In the Company of Birds

“So I have learned from these creatures. To trust that a door will open when I feel trapped by circumstances. Or to drink deeply of that which truly nourishes me.”

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The Ultimate European-Trekking Gear List

At Blue Sky Trekking and Travel we absolutely love trekking. You get to have all the fun and adventure of backpacking with the added comforts of sleeping in a warm cozy bed, carrying a lightweight backpack, and getting to enjoy incredible local cuisine for breakfast lunch, and dinner.

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