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.

Pilgrim Passport

Where Can I Get My Pilgrim Credential?

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Obtaining a Pilgrim’s Credential is a crucial step for those embarking on the Camino de Santiago, as it serves as a passport to prove their pilgrim status. Below is a guide on where you can obtain this essential document along different Camino routes. What is the Camino Pilgrim Passport or Credencial? What is the Pilgrim […]

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Obtaining a Pilgrim’s Credential is a crucial step for those embarking on the Camino de Santiago, as it serves as a passport to prove their pilgrim status. Below is a guide on where you can obtain this essential document along different Camino routes. What is the Camino Pilgrim Passport or Credencial? What is the Pilgrim

What are Camino de Santiago Guided Tours?

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The Camino de Santiago is an experience like no other, blending physical challenge, historical exploration, and spiritual reflection. Join our Camino de Santiago Guided Tours to experience this iconic pilgrimage with the support and expertise of a guide, offering a comprehensive and enriching journey. Let’s delve into what these tours entail and why they might

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The Camino de Santiago is an experience like no other, blending physical challenge, historical exploration, and spiritual reflection. Join our Camino de Santiago Guided Tours to experience this iconic pilgrimage with the support and expertise of a guide, offering a comprehensive and enriching journey. Let’s delve into what these tours entail and why they might

Ferrol, Camino Inglés

Best Starting Points for the Camino Inglés

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Camino Inglés The Camino Inglés, or “English Way,” is a lesser-known but deeply rewarding route of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. The Camino Ingles has two traditional starting points, originating in either of the port cities of Ferrol or A Coruña in North-Western Spain, this path offers a condensed Camino experience rich in history and culture. The route was traditionally used

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Camino Inglés The Camino Inglés, or “English Way,” is a lesser-known but deeply rewarding route of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. The Camino Ingles has two traditional starting points, originating in either of the port cities of Ferrol or A Coruña in North-Western Spain, this path offers a condensed Camino experience rich in history and culture. The route was traditionally used

Best Starting Points for the Via Francigena

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The Via Francigena, also referred to as the Camino to Rome, offers an alternative to the popular Camino de Santiago routes. It is like stepping into a tapestry of European history and spirituality. For those looking to experience the Via Francigena, choosing the right starting point is crucial. Here, we explore some of the best

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The Via Francigena, also referred to as the Camino to Rome, offers an alternative to the popular Camino de Santiago routes. It is like stepping into a tapestry of European history and spirituality. For those looking to experience the Via Francigena, choosing the right starting point is crucial. Here, we explore some of the best

Best Starting Points for the Camino del Norte

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The Camino del Norte offers a path less travelled to the popular Camino Francés route but equally captivating. For those drawn to the road less trodden, the Camino del Norte beckons with its unique blend of natural beauty and cultural depth. Selecting the perfect starting point is key to crafting an experience that resonates with

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The Camino del Norte offers a path less travelled to the popular Camino Francés route but equally captivating. For those drawn to the road less trodden, the Camino del Norte beckons with its unique blend of natural beauty and cultural depth. Selecting the perfect starting point is key to crafting an experience that resonates with

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Cycling the Camino Routes: 6 Great Ways

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Were you aware that around 10% of all pilgrims arriving in Santiago de Compostela are ‘Bicigrinos’, those who embark on their journey by bicycle? Almost 25,000 Bicigrinos opt to cycle the Camino routes annually to obtain their Compostela certificate. Consider embarking on a cycling adventure along the Camino Routes. If you are cycling the last

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Were you aware that around 10% of all pilgrims arriving in Santiago de Compostela are ‘Bicigrinos’, those who embark on their journey by bicycle? Almost 25,000 Bicigrinos opt to cycle the Camino routes annually to obtain their Compostela certificate. Consider embarking on a cycling adventure along the Camino Routes. If you are cycling the last

Fátima, Camino Portugués

Best Starting Points for the Camino Portugués

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Setting out on the Camino de Santiago presents an unforgettable adventure, and the Camino Portugués is a favoured route by many. This journey unfolds across Portugal and Spain, showcasing spectacular landscapes and rich cultural heritage and offering a deeply spiritual experience. Choosing the right starting point is crucial if you’re mapping out your pilgrimage. Camino

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Setting out on the Camino de Santiago presents an unforgettable adventure, and the Camino Portugués is a favoured route by many. This journey unfolds across Portugal and Spain, showcasing spectacular landscapes and rich cultural heritage and offering a deeply spiritual experience. Choosing the right starting point is crucial if you’re mapping out your pilgrimage. Camino

Pamplona Camino Frances

Best Starting Points for the Camino Francés

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Embarking on the Camino Francés offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and personal challenge. This journey, part of the larger Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes, weaves through some of the most stunning landscapes and captivating towns of Spain. Whether you’re a seasoned pilgrim or a first-timer, choosing the right starting point can

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Embarking on the Camino Francés offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and personal challenge. This journey, part of the larger Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes, weaves through some of the most stunning landscapes and captivating towns of Spain. Whether you’re a seasoned pilgrim or a first-timer, choosing the right starting point can

Camino Training Holly Mandarich

13 Essential Camino Tips: Preparing, hiking & Post-Adventure

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Embarking on the Camino de Santiago is more than just a trek; it’s an exploration of culture, history, and oneself. Whether walking the Camino or cycling the Camino, the journey offers a chance to disconnect from everyday life and connect with a centuries-old tradition. The path is filled with beauty but also demanding, requiring physical

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Embarking on the Camino de Santiago is more than just a trek; it’s an exploration of culture, history, and oneself. Whether walking the Camino or cycling the Camino, the journey offers a chance to disconnect from everyday life and connect with a centuries-old tradition. The path is filled with beauty but also demanding, requiring physical

Camino to Rome

Camino de Santiago vs Via Francigena?

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How to choose between the Camino de Santiago vs Via Francigena? In this piece, we delve into the fascinating world of Europe’s most renowned heritage trails: the Camino de Santiago and the Via Francigena. Both paths are steeped in history and offer unique journeys for travellers seeking spiritual, cultural, or physical challenges. But how do

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How to choose between the Camino de Santiago vs Via Francigena? In this piece, we delve into the fascinating world of Europe’s most renowned heritage trails: the Camino de Santiago and the Via Francigena. Both paths are steeped in history and offer unique journeys for travellers seeking spiritual, cultural, or physical challenges. But how do

Semana Santa in Seville

5 Special Places To Experience The Camino at Easter

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5 Special Places To Experience The Camino at Easter Easter, Semana Santa or Holy Week, sees widespread celebrations in Spain, with towns and cities along the Camino de Santiago staging grand processions. A wide array of destinations offers diverse experiences of the Camino at Easter. From coastal celebrations to famous locations or traditional settings, the

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5 Special Places To Experience The Camino at Easter Easter, Semana Santa or Holy Week, sees widespread celebrations in Spain, with towns and cities along the Camino de Santiago staging grand processions. A wide array of destinations offers diverse experiences of the Camino at Easter. From coastal celebrations to famous locations or traditional settings, the

Cyclists on the Camino What do I wear on the bike

What do I wear on the bike? FAQ

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What do I wear on the bike? One of the frequently asked questions we get about cycling the Camino de Santiago is ‘What do I wear on the bike?’ When it comes to cycling the Camino, comfort is essential. There’s no need to wear the latest trends or equip yourself like a professional cyclist with

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What do I wear on the bike? One of the frequently asked questions we get about cycling the Camino de Santiago is ‘What do I wear on the bike?’ When it comes to cycling the Camino, comfort is essential. There’s no need to wear the latest trends or equip yourself like a professional cyclist with

Camino Training Holly Mandarich

Sustainable Travel on the Camino

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Journeying along the Camino de Santiago is not only a personal pilgrimage but also an opportunity to practise sustainable travel. Traversing Spain, Italy, France, and Portugal, these ancient paths merge cultural depth, spirituality, and physical trials. It winds through stunning landscapes, offering a rare mix of cultural exploration, reflective spirituality, and bodily tests. Walking these

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Journeying along the Camino de Santiago is not only a personal pilgrimage but also an opportunity to practise sustainable travel. Traversing Spain, Italy, France, and Portugal, these ancient paths merge cultural depth, spirituality, and physical trials. It winds through stunning landscapes, offering a rare mix of cultural exploration, reflective spirituality, and bodily tests. Walking these

Mérida Roman Ruins

Cultural Highlights on the Camino

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Embarking on a journey along the Camino de Santiago is not just a physical trek but a voyage through the rich tapestry of history, culture, and spirituality that has been woven over centuries. Each Camino route offers its unique array of cultural gems, from majestic cathedrals to quaint villages, each with its own story to

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Embarking on a journey along the Camino de Santiago is not just a physical trek but a voyage through the rich tapestry of history, culture, and spirituality that has been woven over centuries. Each Camino route offers its unique array of cultural gems, from majestic cathedrals to quaint villages, each with its own story to

Via Francigena in Tuscany

The Ultimate Guide To Choosing Your Perfect Camino

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The Ultimate Guide To Choosing Your Camino If you’ve been hearing the call of the Camino, that means it’s time to plan your perfect Camino de Santiago adventure by choosing the best Camino route for your bucket list trip! Now, we know that trying to choose the ideal route can be a little bit overwhelming,

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The Ultimate Guide To Choosing Your Camino If you’ve been hearing the call of the Camino, that means it’s time to plan your perfect Camino de Santiago adventure by choosing the best Camino route for your bucket list trip! Now, we know that trying to choose the ideal route can be a little bit overwhelming,

walking the camino

How Hard is the First Day of the Camino?

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The Camino de Santiago, a centuries-old pilgrimage route that traverses through Spain and other parts of Europe, is a journey that captivates the hearts and souls of thousands of travellers every year. Among the many questions that pilgrims-to-be ponder, one commonly asked is: “How hard is the first day of the Camino de Santiago?” Let’s

How Hard is the First Day of the Camino? Read More »

The Camino de Santiago, a centuries-old pilgrimage route that traverses through Spain and other parts of Europe, is a journey that captivates the hearts and souls of thousands of travellers every year. Among the many questions that pilgrims-to-be ponder, one commonly asked is: “How hard is the first day of the Camino de Santiago?” Let’s

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What to pack for the Camino de Santiago?

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What to pack for the Camino de Santiago hike/cycle? Preparing for the Camino de Santiago trip requires thoughtful planning, especially when it comes to packing. Here’s a guide to help you understand what to bring on the Camino and pack effectively, whether you’re hiking or cycling. Understanding Your Needs Route, Season, and Altitude Your clothing

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What to pack for the Camino de Santiago hike/cycle? Preparing for the Camino de Santiago trip requires thoughtful planning, especially when it comes to packing. Here’s a guide to help you understand what to bring on the Camino and pack effectively, whether you’re hiking or cycling. Understanding Your Needs Route, Season, and Altitude Your clothing

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