Jonathan

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Jonathan is the Marketing and Content Manager at CaminoWays.com. Originating from Dublin, Ireland, he has an immense love of exploring new places. With a strong commitment to showcasing destinations accessible to individuals with mobility challenges, he has traversed numerous countries across five continents. His journeys have taken him to iconic locations such as Bondi Beach in Sydney, the historic city of Kyoto in Japan, and the scenic landscapes of Cape Town in South Africa. Continually in search of new adventures, he is eager to explore more of the world.

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What to bring for the Camino

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What to bring for the Camino The Camino de Santiago is a significant adventure that requires thorough preparation. To help you prepare, we’ve compiled a list of essential items to bring while walking or cycling the Camino. This list can be adapted depending on your needs and the Camino de Santiago route that you will […]

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What to bring for the Camino The Camino de Santiago is a significant adventure that requires thorough preparation. To help you prepare, we’ve compiled a list of essential items to bring while walking or cycling the Camino. This list can be adapted depending on your needs and the Camino de Santiago route that you will

Weather on the Camino de Santiago

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Weather on the Camino de Santiago The weather on the Camino de Santiago varies greatly depending on the season and the region you choose to travel through. Here’s what you need to know to prepare for your journey. Summer weather on the Camino Some parts of Spain can reach very high temperatures in summer. The

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Weather on the Camino de Santiago The weather on the Camino de Santiago varies greatly depending on the season and the region you choose to travel through. Here’s what you need to know to prepare for your journey. Summer weather on the Camino Some parts of Spain can reach very high temperatures in summer. The

Celtic Camino Certificate

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What is the Celtic Camino Certificate? The Celtic Camino is the name given to the Camino Inglés from A Coruña. You can get a Compostela certificate if you walk the Camino Inglés from A Coruña; however, you’ll have to walk another pilgrimage trail of at least 25 km in your country of origin and collect

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What is the Celtic Camino Certificate? The Celtic Camino is the name given to the Camino Inglés from A Coruña. You can get a Compostela certificate if you walk the Camino Inglés from A Coruña; however, you’ll have to walk another pilgrimage trail of at least 25 km in your country of origin and collect

Best Seasons to Walk the Camino

Best Seasons to Walk the Camino de Santiago

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Walking the Camino de Santiago is a transformative experience, with the best season to walk the Camino de Santiago varying greatly based on personal preferences. Each season presents unique advantages and challenges, making the pilgrimage a deeply personal journey. This comprehensive guide will help you determine the ideal time to embark on this historic path,

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Walking the Camino de Santiago is a transformative experience, with the best season to walk the Camino de Santiago varying greatly based on personal preferences. Each season presents unique advantages and challenges, making the pilgrimage a deeply personal journey. This comprehensive guide will help you determine the ideal time to embark on this historic path,

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5 useful exercises for walkers

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5 functional exercises for walkers To help you on your Camino de Santiago journey, we have teamed up with fitness expert Peter Duffy, The Mindset Explorer, to provide easy and practical exercises for walkers’ next walking adventure. Basic exercises are great for regular walkers, beginners, and anyone who wants to follow an easy, everyday routine.

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5 functional exercises for walkers To help you on your Camino de Santiago journey, we have teamed up with fitness expert Peter Duffy, The Mindset Explorer, to provide easy and practical exercises for walkers’ next walking adventure. Basic exercises are great for regular walkers, beginners, and anyone who wants to follow an easy, everyday routine.

Tips for Cycling the Camino – Part 1

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Tips for Cycling the Camino – Part 1 While most Camino de Santiago pilgrims follow the Camino routes to Santiago on foot, over 10% of pilgrims arriving in Santiago each year do so by bike. They are called ‘bicigrinos’ (bike pilgrims). If you are preparing to be a bicigrino in 2024, Peter Duffy has prepared

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Tips for Cycling the Camino – Part 1 While most Camino de Santiago pilgrims follow the Camino routes to Santiago on foot, over 10% of pilgrims arriving in Santiago each year do so by bike. They are called ‘bicigrinos’ (bike pilgrims). If you are preparing to be a bicigrino in 2024, Peter Duffy has prepared

Walking The Camino in Autumn

5 Essential Tips For Walking The Camino in Autumn

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5 Essential Tips For Walking The Camino in Autumn Autumn is fast becoming one of the most popular times of year to walk the Camino de Santiago. In addition to its beauty, more and more pilgrims hope to escape the Summer heat. The Summer temperatures are getting too hot (for example, the forest fires and

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5 Essential Tips For Walking The Camino in Autumn Autumn is fast becoming one of the most popular times of year to walk the Camino de Santiago. In addition to its beauty, more and more pilgrims hope to escape the Summer heat. The Summer temperatures are getting too hot (for example, the forest fires and

Camino Wine

6 Unmissable Wine Routes on The Camino

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6 Unmissable Wine Routes on The Camino Are you a wine lover? Embark on a wine-tasting adventure along the Camino de Santiago with CaminoWays.com, the walking holiday specialist. Discover 6 Camino Wine Routes. Autumn is the time for wine harvesting in Europe. The Camino de Santiago and the Via Francigena trails pass through key wine-producing

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6 Unmissable Wine Routes on The Camino Are you a wine lover? Embark on a wine-tasting adventure along the Camino de Santiago with CaminoWays.com, the walking holiday specialist. Discover 6 Camino Wine Routes. Autumn is the time for wine harvesting in Europe. The Camino de Santiago and the Via Francigena trails pass through key wine-producing

eSIMS on the Camino

eSIMs on the Camino de Santiago

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eSIMs on the Camino de Santiago As you traverse the beautiful landscapes of the Camino de Santiago and beyond, staying connected can greatly enhance your experience. Whether it’s for navigation, staying in touch with loved ones, or sharing your adventures in real-time, having reliable internet access is crucial. This is where eSIM technology comes into

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eSIMs on the Camino de Santiago As you traverse the beautiful landscapes of the Camino de Santiago and beyond, staying connected can greatly enhance your experience. Whether it’s for navigation, staying in touch with loved ones, or sharing your adventures in real-time, having reliable internet access is crucial. This is where eSIM technology comes into

WiFi on the Camino

Is there WiFi access on the Camino?

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The Camino de Santiago, a network of pilgrimage routes leading to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, attracts thousands of pilgrims and travellers worldwide yearly. While the journey is often embarked upon for spiritual or personal reasons, staying connected during the trek is a concern for many. In this blog, we explore the

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The Camino de Santiago, a network of pilgrimage routes leading to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, attracts thousands of pilgrims and travellers worldwide yearly. While the journey is often embarked upon for spiritual or personal reasons, staying connected during the trek is a concern for many. In this blog, we explore the

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When is the Best Time to Walk the Camino?

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When is the best time to walk the Camino? A common question asked among pilgrims; there isn’t just one answer! The ideal months to walk the Camino depend on the route and section you select. But most importantly, on what you hope to gain from your Camino journey and how you want to experience it.

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When is the best time to walk the Camino? A common question asked among pilgrims; there isn’t just one answer! The ideal months to walk the Camino depend on the route and section you select. But most importantly, on what you hope to gain from your Camino journey and how you want to experience it.

Special dietary requirements on The Camino

FAQ: Special Dietary Requirements on The Camino

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Tasting local dishes and exploring diverse culinary options is a delightful aspect of your journey on the Camino de Santiago. The variety of foods you can enjoy varies depending on your Camino route. For instance, in Galicia, the famous octopus dish, ‘Pulpo,’ is particularly recommended in Melide on the Camino Francés. Prepare to savour some

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Tasting local dishes and exploring diverse culinary options is a delightful aspect of your journey on the Camino de Santiago. The variety of foods you can enjoy varies depending on your Camino route. For instance, in Galicia, the famous octopus dish, ‘Pulpo,’ is particularly recommended in Melide on the Camino Francés. Prepare to savour some

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What to Eat on the Camino: Culinary Delights

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Starting the Camino de Santiago is a soulful, spiritual journey and a culinary adventure that excites the taste buds. The Camino weaves through various regions, each offering unique and delectable dishes that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Spain. This guide will take you through the culinary delights that await you on the Camino, ensuring

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Starting the Camino de Santiago is a soulful, spiritual journey and a culinary adventure that excites the taste buds. The Camino weaves through various regions, each offering unique and delectable dishes that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Spain. This guide will take you through the culinary delights that await you on the Camino, ensuring

Sea of Arousa on the Camino

Sea of Arousa Camino: A Spiritual Journey

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Sea of Arousa Camino: A Spiritual Journey The Sea of Arousa Camino, also recognised as the Camino Espiritual, is a stunning path recently endorsed by the Cathedral of Santiago as an official Camino de Santiago route. Renowned as one of Europe’s most unique and extraordinary trails, it follows Theodore and Athanasius’s maritime path. They embarked

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Sea of Arousa Camino: A Spiritual Journey The Sea of Arousa Camino, also recognised as the Camino Espiritual, is a stunning path recently endorsed by the Cathedral of Santiago as an official Camino de Santiago route. Renowned as one of Europe’s most unique and extraordinary trails, it follows Theodore and Athanasius’s maritime path. They embarked

Coastal Camino route through Porto

Amazing Camino Coastal Routes for Summer

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Every year, pilgrims from across the globe journey to Santiago de Compostela on foot or by bicycle, following various Camino routes to this iconic destination. Although the Camino Francés is the preferred route for over 60% of these travellers, there are numerous other trails to explore, each with its own unique history, cultural heritage, and

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Every year, pilgrims from across the globe journey to Santiago de Compostela on foot or by bicycle, following various Camino routes to this iconic destination. Although the Camino Francés is the preferred route for over 60% of these travellers, there are numerous other trails to explore, each with its own unique history, cultural heritage, and

Vegan on the Camino

Vegan on the Camino

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Vegan on the Camino: The Ultimate Guide It’s increasingly common to have a vegetarian or vegan diet. Although countries like Spain, Portugal, and Italy have traditionally offered fewer options for vegans, being vegan on the Camino de Santiago has become much easier. However, it’s wise to be prepared for the possibility of limited vegan options

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Vegan on the Camino: The Ultimate Guide It’s increasingly common to have a vegetarian or vegan diet. Although countries like Spain, Portugal, and Italy have traditionally offered fewer options for vegans, being vegan on the Camino de Santiago has become much easier. However, it’s wise to be prepared for the possibility of limited vegan options

All You Need To Know About Our 24/7 Assistance Number

All You Need To Know About Our 24/7 Assistance Number

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All our Camino de Santiago tours include access to a 24/7 assistance number provided as part of your Travel Documents. This assistance phone line is designed to give you peace of mind and provide assistance with possible issues that might arise during your trip. The Assistance Phone Number will be provided 48 hours before departure. This is

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All our Camino de Santiago tours include access to a 24/7 assistance number provided as part of your Travel Documents. This assistance phone line is designed to give you peace of mind and provide assistance with possible issues that might arise during your trip. The Assistance Phone Number will be provided 48 hours before departure. This is

15 Tips to Stay Fit and Healthy on the Camino

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The Camino de Santiago is a personal journey, a blend of physical challenge and spiritual introspection, unfolding over hundreds of kilometres of diverse and breathtaking landscapes—from rolling hills and serene plains to historic cities and picturesque villages. Ensuring that you stay fit and healthy is essential for all pilgrims. Below are 15 important tips to

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The Camino de Santiago is a personal journey, a blend of physical challenge and spiritual introspection, unfolding over hundreds of kilometres of diverse and breathtaking landscapes—from rolling hills and serene plains to historic cities and picturesque villages. Ensuring that you stay fit and healthy is essential for all pilgrims. Below are 15 important tips to

Scallop shell Camino souvenirs

The Coolest Camino Souvenirs

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The Coolest Camino Souvenirs Undoubtedly, the scallop shell is the most iconic and traditional souvenir of the Camino de Santiago. For centuries, pilgrims have adorned themselves with the scallop shell, known as ‘coquille St Jacques’, on their journeys to and from Santiago de Compostela. Alongside the classic scallop shell, modern pilgrims have a variety of

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The Coolest Camino Souvenirs Undoubtedly, the scallop shell is the most iconic and traditional souvenir of the Camino de Santiago. For centuries, pilgrims have adorned themselves with the scallop shell, known as ‘coquille St Jacques’, on their journeys to and from Santiago de Compostela. Alongside the classic scallop shell, modern pilgrims have a variety of

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