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Written by Aoife

Aoife has an affinity for all things Hispanic. She has travelled the length of Spain, backpacked her way from Peru to Patagonia and packed in a trip to Cuba! When not travelling, you'll find her lugging her guitar around Dublin.

Ponferrada, a magical Camino town

9 Magical Towns on the Camino de Santiago You Must Visit

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The Camino de Santiago is filled with charming towns and enchanting cities. Each one has its own unique story and atmosphere. From ancient castles to coastal views, these places create memories for every pilgrim. Here are nine magical towns you can discover on different Camino routes. Ponferrada – French Way Ponferrada is a historic treasure

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The Camino de Santiago is filled with charming towns and enchanting cities. Each one has its own unique story and atmosphere. From ancient castles to coastal views, these places create memories for every pilgrim. Here are nine magical towns you can discover on different Camino routes. Ponferrada – French Way Ponferrada is a historic treasure

Highlights of the Camino del Norte

Highlights of the Camino del Norte

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Walking the Camino del Norte, also known as the Northern Way of the Camino de Santiago, is a journey through dramatic coastlines, medieval villages, and some of Spain’s richest cultural heritage. It is a route that promises beauty, challenge, and discovery at every turn. Yet, one might ask: what truly makes this Camino different, and

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Walking the Camino del Norte, also known as the Northern Way of the Camino de Santiago, is a journey through dramatic coastlines, medieval villages, and some of Spain’s richest cultural heritage. It is a route that promises beauty, challenge, and discovery at every turn. Yet, one might ask: what truly makes this Camino different, and

Santander – An Insider’s Guide

Santander – An Insider’s Guide

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An Insider’s Guide to Santander With its sandy beaches and views of the Picos de Europa mountain range, Santander, the Cantabrian capital, has a lot to offer. Residents and visitors of Santander, on the Camino del Norte, are spoilt for choice when it comes to outdoor activities, with world-class surfing and sailing facilities on their doorstep and mountains just

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An Insider’s Guide to Santander With its sandy beaches and views of the Picos de Europa mountain range, Santander, the Cantabrian capital, has a lot to offer. Residents and visitors of Santander, on the Camino del Norte, are spoilt for choice when it comes to outdoor activities, with world-class surfing and sailing facilities on their doorstep and mountains just

Ferrol – A city to discover

Ferrol – A city to discover

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Why We Love Ferrol Why we love Ferrol on the Camino Ingles! We talk to Ferrol’s native, Andrea, about what makes her home one of the most special Camino de Santiago towns. Andrea was born in Ferrol on the Camino Ingles but moved to the south of Spain a few years later. Her time in

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Why We Love Ferrol Why we love Ferrol on the Camino Ingles! We talk to Ferrol’s native, Andrea, about what makes her home one of the most special Camino de Santiago towns. Andrea was born in Ferrol on the Camino Ingles but moved to the south of Spain a few years later. Her time in

VIDEO: Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide

VIDEO: Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide

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Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide CaminoWays.com managing director Roland talks us through Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide when renting a bike for your Camino cycling adventure. The steps for cycling the Camino are as follows: 1. Take the bike out of the box Your bike will arrive to your hotel in

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Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide CaminoWays.com managing director Roland talks us through Cycling the Camino Step by Step Guide when renting a bike for your Camino cycling adventure. The steps for cycling the Camino are as follows: 1. Take the bike out of the box Your bike will arrive to your hotel in

Carnival on the Via Francigena

Carnival on the Via Francigena

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Carnival on the Via Francigena The festival of Carnival has become synonymous worldwide with the South American nation of Brazil. But Carnival is actually celebrated in towns and villages all across Europe. In this week’s blog post we’ll take a look at Carnival on the Via Francigena, with a round-up of the most traditional and unusual traditions to be

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Carnival on the Via Francigena The festival of Carnival has become synonymous worldwide with the South American nation of Brazil. But Carnival is actually celebrated in towns and villages all across Europe. In this week’s blog post we’ll take a look at Carnival on the Via Francigena, with a round-up of the most traditional and unusual traditions to be

Food on the Via Francigena: 4 things to know

Food on the Via Francigena: 4 things to know

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Food on the Via Francigena: 4 things to know Many of you have asked about the specifics of food on the Via Francigena. In today’s blog we’re going to cover food in Italy, including meal times, courses, etiquette, and what to expect in general when dining on the Italian regions of the route. Italy is

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Food on the Via Francigena: 4 things to know Many of you have asked about the specifics of food on the Via Francigena. In today’s blog we’re going to cover food in Italy, including meal times, courses, etiquette, and what to expect in general when dining on the Italian regions of the route. Italy is

Aoife’s Diary: The Via Francigena on foot

Aoife’s Diary: The Via Francigena on foot

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Aoife’s Diary: The Via Francigena on foot “You won’t know yourself once you start driving”,“Cycling will save you so much time.” These are the words of persuasion that I hear on a daily basis.  Urging me to ditch my favoured mode of transport. They are words motivated by the capitalisation of time and centred on moving quicker.

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Aoife’s Diary: The Via Francigena on foot “You won’t know yourself once you start driving”,“Cycling will save you so much time.” These are the words of persuasion that I hear on a daily basis.  Urging me to ditch my favoured mode of transport. They are words motivated by the capitalisation of time and centred on moving quicker.

Siena, Italy Siena Food Tour

One Day in Siena on the Via Francigena: 24 Hours Well Spent

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What to See and do in Siena Walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany offers many highlights, but a day in Siena is a true treasure. During an October trip with three colleagues, we chose to spend an extra day exploring this historic hilltop city—a decision I’d happily make again. Here’s how to make the most

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What to See and do in Siena Walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany offers many highlights, but a day in Siena is a true treasure. During an October trip with three colleagues, we chose to spend an extra day exploring this historic hilltop city—a decision I’d happily make again. Here’s how to make the most

Beautiful scene on the Camino

Why we love … The Camino

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Why we love … The Camino This week we asked our Camino experts what it is that makes the Camino de Santiago so special. Their responses were varied, heartfelt and unique. Here’s what they had to say: JuanMa – Portuguese Coastal Way Outdoor enthusiast, musician and office jester JuanMa hails from the town of Vigo

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Why we love … The Camino This week we asked our Camino experts what it is that makes the Camino de Santiago so special. Their responses were varied, heartfelt and unique. Here’s what they had to say: JuanMa – Portuguese Coastal Way Outdoor enthusiast, musician and office jester JuanMa hails from the town of Vigo

Vegan on the Camino

Vegetarians on the Via Francigena in Tuscany

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Vegetarians on the Via Francigena rejoice, with such a selection of meat-free dishes en route, the only problem you’ll face is knowing which one to choose! Here are some of my favourite Tuscan staples senza carne, in light of my recent trip walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany. The Mighty Tarfufo Any sign of tartufo — the

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Vegetarians on the Via Francigena rejoice, with such a selection of meat-free dishes en route, the only problem you’ll face is knowing which one to choose! Here are some of my favourite Tuscan staples senza carne, in light of my recent trip walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany. The Mighty Tarfufo Any sign of tartufo — the

Group walking the Kerry Camino

Walking The Kerry Camino: My story

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The Kerry Camino Kerry has always felt like a special place to me. Why? Is it the local accent, ebbing and flowing like the waves on Inch Beach and undulating as the unforgiving landscape? Maybe it’s the feeling lost among green hills and rugged coastlines where the pints are cheap, and the people wave as you pass.

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The Kerry Camino Kerry has always felt like a special place to me. Why? Is it the local accent, ebbing and flowing like the waves on Inch Beach and undulating as the unforgiving landscape? Maybe it’s the feeling lost among green hills and rugged coastlines where the pints are cheap, and the people wave as you pass.

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