The Isle of Tavira offers a wonderfully quiet beach, approached by ferry at one end and bridge at the other ... between the two a three or four kilometre expanse of sand, perfect for barefoot walking at low tide and discreet enough for bare body sunning and swimming to top up the vitamin D ... after two days of which today's elemental experience includes walking west into the approaching storm, wet but warm enough ... and a welcome coffee at Barril, albeit dear, due to logistical issues, what with vehicle free facilities there ... miniature railway the main option ... at Barril, Andrea, Italian room mate, on short break from job in Lisbon, the 300 km trip done by scooter ... and a discussion on Portuguese economy, currently picking up and attracting workers from around the world ... specifically evidenced at the hostel by Andrea, Lokinder from Nepal and Arbi from Brazil ... low wages and tax breaks drawing in multinational corporations, low wages made up by warm climate and friendly locals ...
On the dental front, implants accepted by host bone which has grown around it, meaning much chipping and scraping for next stage of vanity project ... impressions finally taken and two weeks free before final fitting ... so, how to spend the time?
Options, as brief stormy period clears the air, include walking the Algarviana from Alcoutim and a trip south to the Guadiaro ... yearnings for camino postponed awhile, with thoughts of Portugues and return via Santander ...
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