From the Apennine Mountains to ‘the end of the land’ at Cape Finisterre, Louis D Hall and his horse Sasha trekked untrodden partisan paths across four mountain ranges. Guided by strangers and nature’s clues, it was fulfilment of a childhood dream inspired by Don Quixote . Here, the author shares two extracts that give a glimpse into this wilder way of life

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The wine scene in this Portuguese coastal region has undergone an exciting transformation, and the wealth of local grape varieties and styles here provide for a rewarding voyage of discovery

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We love exploring new countries in our ’van, but are creatures of habit where winter is concerned, heading straight for Spain. We love walking, and its southern mountains are perfect for (mostly) care