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57.11 Tenerife: An Introduction prior to the main posting: A Hike Down to the Coast: Costa de Acentejo, our third find.

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We don't think it's an exaggeration to mention that when on the trails, or paths we find, we are often in awe. In fact, the feeling occurs in most parts of the natural world. I won't be surprised should someone walk up to me and tell me to 'shut my mouth'. "Fella, you're gaping in wonder but that still won't prevent insects from flying inside."  Our closest trail to Puerto del Cruz thus far, continues to charm. When Jen leaves the forest, she's in for a surprise: No party for the bears, rather a Teide surprise. Volcano and city. Volcano and ocean. Volcano, ocean and city. Viewed from part-way down a trail: We ate brunch when we reached the village (See below for proof). "' I Am Woman, I am Blessed ': I see volcano, I breath ocean, I view city, I hear breakers, I delight in mountains, I watch waterfalls, I feel dampness from clouds, I notice rich foilage, I sense miracles surrounding me. I ...

57.10 Tenerife: Chamorga Roque Bermejo: A remote region, perhaps making it even more attractive, also spectacular.

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   The hike or experience was probably the most meaningful thus far on our trip to the island. The competition has been fierce as all hikes have been superb or close to it. We can't say exactly why this one sticks out but there aren't always objective measures to rate them. It's recommended that hikers follow a clock-wise direction for the reason that it splits the uphill struggle into various segments, at least three. Not being able to tell time, we ended up following the opposite route. A streak in us sometimes encourages that sort of behavior.  This position epitomizes the return leg of the hike. Jen crests at a flat strip after a strenuous, long climb. Jen began the return climb from the beach, a mile beyond the lighthouse. While it's a beacon for shipping, it does give a good perspective of the hike, once a few pictures are displayed. (This photograph is taken from Jenni's position above.) This rock has been shown in other blogs viewed from ...