PREPARING FOR ANOTHER LONG WALK

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We're excited to be getting ready for another adventure!

This time we are heading to Italy. The plan is to walk from the East Coast to the West Coast,  starting from Marina di Ravenna on the Adriatic Sea on Tuesday 21 April, arriving at Ostia on the Tyrrhenian Sea on Sunday 12 July. 

Using walking paths and small roads, we aim to cover about 25 km most days,  with plenty of rest days in interesting places in between. We've pre-booked bed and breakfasts and small hotels in the places we pass through. 

We're planning to write a blog post about our experiences every day. Follow along to share in wonderful vistas, fabulous food and the joys of long distance walking!

Coming soon: Reading, Preparation 


Comments

  1. The Howie's21 March 2026 at 04:54

    We are looking forward to yet another of your wonderful adventures. 😊

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    1. Barkers21 March 2026 at 11:29

      Thanks for following along with us again!

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  2. Anonymous21 March 2026 at 05:27

    Sounds really good
    Will be interested to read the daily blogs

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  3. Manny Palma21 March 2026 at 05:30

    Looking forward to reading about all your adventures!!

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    1. Barkers21 March 2026 at 11:33

      Thanks Manny, we hope you enjoy the read!

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  4. Bernadette and Joel21 March 2026 at 06:21

    Hi Kath, thanks for sharing your adventures!

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  5. Roslyn Jackson21 March 2026 at 09:31

    It sounds tiring but very exciting. Looking forward to following along. Thanks for sharing Kath

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    1. Barkers21 March 2026 at 11:36

      No doubt it will be tiring, but the excitement should make up for it! Thanks for following along.

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  6. Anonymous21 March 2026 at 09:35

    Have an amazing time! Looking forward to reading your adventures 🥰

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    1. Anonymous21 March 2026 at 09:36

      Sorry for the anon - Sue and Brent

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    2. Barkers21 March 2026 at 11:37

      Thanks for your good wishes and interest!

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  7. Anonymous21 March 2026 at 09:36

    Thanks for sharing Kathy. Looking forward to following your adventures across Italy and seeing you soon.

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  8. Cameron Green21 March 2026 at 22:23

    Sounds tremendous. Italy is a GREAT country

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    1. Barkers21 March 2026 at 23:56

      Thanks Cameron! We're very much looking forward to it!

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  9. Anonymous21 March 2026 at 23:25

    Just remember.... a gelato a day is the Italian way

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    1. Barkers22 March 2026 at 00:01

      What a fabulous rule! Ok, if we must...🍨

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  10. Anonymous22 March 2026 at 03:23

    Cant wait ito follow along. This will build our excitement. Nice to think we will be walking in Italy at the same time!

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  11. Anonymous24 March 2026 at 08:22

    I'm looking forward to following your adventures!

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  12. Jann4 April 2026 at 22:41

    Yeh! Have fun.

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