Portugal trip costs, spring 2018

As with every trip & outdoor adventure there are always incidentals that are needed before even departing, depending on the planned activities.  Before this trip we purchased (for 3 adults): 2 backpacks (Osprey porter 45L & 30L), 2 pairs new hikers, 2 down vests, 1 down jacket (Eddie Bauer), 1 rain jacket (Eddie Bauer), a few pieces… Continue reading Portugal trip costs, spring 2018

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Arrived at Toronto airport last night after our flight from the Azores.  They have a new automated customs system.   We, and many other passengers who had connecting flights, got very frustrated trying to get these to work.  Ours never did work properly, but the customs agent let us through fairly quick. We were changing airlines… Continue reading Back Home