I envy you for having this time with your kid. Kudos to you both for making it happen. May you both have fond memories!

Yes - I couldn't be happier!

Thank you for the kind words. I'll certainly ask if he'd like to join me on the next tour, though he's made it clear that he does NOT want to miss any school.

Wonderful father and son trip!

Here's to many more memory making tours for the two of you. We really enjoyed reading about your travels, and hope to read more. Maybe next year?

Thank you! I agree.

What a great thing to do with your son!

On his first tour I wanted him to gain the spatial awareness of cycletouring without the awkwardness of panniers. Next time he will have his own.

We wondered why you carried all the gear. Maybe you are still seeing Alex as a little kid whereas he is well on his way to being a man. Next trip let him carry his own stuff, if not yours as well.

Ah, Portuguese food heaven.

Agreed! Never any shame in walking if the terrain is steep or dangerous, or if the rider is tired.

If you want Alex, and yourself, to want to go on more tours this was a wise decision.

Thank you. :)

You are such a good Dad, Brent.

He is thrilled which makes me happy.