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Thanks for sharing this news, @NHChris. This definitely makes us think twice about travel dates in Europe. Portugal has been on our radar for a potential getaway next year. After looking at weather trends, September/October seemed promising with milder temperatures and avoiding summer crowds...

Thanks for recommending a local guide for exploring the Canary Islands. I appreciate you sharing your positive experience with them.

La Calera Natural Thermal Baths sounds perfect for what I'm looking for. A more natural, rustic setting would be nice compared to the amenities-focused Costa Adeje options. I appreciate you taking the time to provide that suggestion. A day tour of the Canary Islands could also be really...

That's a really good point about the change in oxygen levels over such a short distance, @Cartophile. Ascending that high that quickly could definitely cause issues for some people. Thanks for the reminder about altitude sickness! I'll definitely be listening to my body and taking plenty of...

Thanks so much for the tips! Yeah, taking it slow and staying hydrated will definitely be important at that elevation. The permit process doesn't sound too difficult as long as I'm proactive about it. I'll be sure to check out that website. The cable car up does seem like a welcome alternative...

Mount Teide in Tenerife is calling my name for next year! Anyone conquered this beast before? I'm gearing up for my first attempt and would love to hear any advice. It seems like getting to the top requires a permit, but the scenery is described as absolutely stunning. This article on ascending...

Sounds like an incredible natural event! While it might get noisy, it's a unique opportunity to witness a phenomenon that hasn't occurred since 1803. Enjoy the hike and the cicada symphony!

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I've heard good things about Sawyer products, but I haven't tried their DEET lotion yet. I'm a bit hesitant about switching to a lower concentration, as I've found higher DEET percentages more effective for longer periods. Plus I’ve heard somewhere that applying lotion with DEET should only be...

Thanks for the link, @dave.m! The best feature I think is it can be collapsed into an egg-sized bag when I’m not using it. The only concern I have is the item is made in China. How long have you been using yours? I might buy this as a backup, but would probably need something else that is more...

What an incredible wildlife encounter, with a photo to back it up! Glad you stayed calm and backed away slowly. Good call on finding a new hiking area for a while.