If you need to make additions to your travel wardrobe we suggest you consider the line of travel apparel offered by Ex Officio. We use Ex Officio products when we travel abroad. They re easy to care for and easy to pack. Be prepared to carry your own bags up narrow staircases. Many hotels and inns do not have elevators.
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We recommend that you buy plenty before you go. Since most Walking Softly hiking trips are in mountainous areas you can expect that most hikes will involve some degree of elevation gain and loss. As a general rule, you should be able to comfortably hike a trail that gains 1,000 feet over the course of five miles. Some hiking choices are easier, others more strenuous. See Choosing a Hiking Adventure for more information on trail difficulty.