Destinations

We make our way through a forest on the Galician coast at dawn. “Dad’s here,” I say to my partner Liz, as we stumble over a cobblestone path through a pine grove, the town of Poio and the monastery where we spent the night fading into a memory far below. In the two years since he passed away, it’s become common for my father to make his presence felt at particularly poignant moments near the end of a long journey.

France has endless sun-and-sand potential. In the far north, you will find white cliffs and charming seaside resorts along the English Channel (Manche in French). Conversely, the Mediterranean coast showcases ideal conditions for snorkeling, with warm waters and rugged coves.