Roland

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Roland Monsegu is the founder and CTO of CaminoWays.com and Toureo Reservation Systems. Originally from France, Roland has over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, organising bespoke treks across multiple continents. In 2011, he founded CaminoWays.com, offering walking and cycling holidays on the Camino de Santiago and other trails. His innovative approach and leadership have positioned the company as a market leader. Roland is also an adventurer, having trekked the Camino, climbed Kilimanjaro, and hiked in Nepal and Japan. His personal experiences enhance the unique travel experiences provided by CaminoWays.com. He also launched the Camino for Families program, offering tailored packages for families. Roland's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction drives the success of his ventures

Camino Frances Map | Map of the French Way

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This Camino Frances Map is a handy visual representation of the most famous route on the Camino de Santiago. The Camino Frances or French Way is well known for many films, books, and documentaries. The French Way or Camino Francés is the most famous and popular of the Camino de Santiago routes, attracting nearly 70% […]

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This Camino Frances Map is a handy visual representation of the most famous route on the Camino de Santiago. The Camino Frances or French Way is well known for many films, books, and documentaries. The French Way or Camino Francés is the most famous and popular of the Camino de Santiago routes, attracting nearly 70%

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Camino for Independent Travellers

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Camino for Independent Travellers Are you an Independent Traveler looking to experience the magic of the Camino? Are you looking for a Camino for Independent Travellers? At CaminoWays.com you can choose between self-guided and guided Camino tours: Self-guided Camino for Independent Travellers Self-guided tours are perfect for independent travellers as you can navigate a route

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Camino for Independent Travellers Are you an Independent Traveler looking to experience the magic of the Camino? Are you looking for a Camino for Independent Travellers? At CaminoWays.com you can choose between self-guided and guided Camino tours: Self-guided Camino for Independent Travellers Self-guided tours are perfect for independent travellers as you can navigate a route

Johnnie Walker on the Camino

Update from Johnnie Walker on the Camino Frances

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We Walk For You Update September 21st  As of last night, Johnnie and Stephen have arrived in Santiago de Compostela. They have walked over 775 KM from the Pyreenes in France, across Northern Spain and to the holy city of St. James over the past 33 days. Their journey has been one of revelation, elevation

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We Walk For You Update September 21st  As of last night, Johnnie and Stephen have arrived in Santiago de Compostela. They have walked over 775 KM from the Pyreenes in France, across Northern Spain and to the holy city of St. James over the past 33 days. Their journey has been one of revelation, elevation

[LIVE] Camino de Santiago Video: Everything you need to know

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In this Camino de Santiago video, Roland Monsegu CEO of Caminoways.com takes you through everything you need to know about the Camino de Santiago. From which Camino route to choose to Camino Culture, Roland will answer all your most FAQ about walking the Camino. Camino de Santiago Video Questions Some of the Camino de Santiago

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In this Camino de Santiago video, Roland Monsegu CEO of Caminoways.com takes you through everything you need to know about the Camino de Santiago. From which Camino route to choose to Camino Culture, Roland will answer all your most FAQ about walking the Camino. Camino de Santiago Video Questions Some of the Camino de Santiago

Interview with Johnnie Walker

Johnnie Walker Interview: August 2020 Camino

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Johnnie Walker Interview: his upcoming Camino August 2020 Enjoy this exclusive live interview with Johnnie Walker (Santiago) who will set off on the Full Camino Frances from St. Jean Pied de Port on August 17th, 2020. Johnnie is being interviewed by Caminoways.com CEO Roland Monsegu and our resident Galician and Camino expert Juanma Pintado. For

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Johnnie Walker Interview: his upcoming Camino August 2020 Enjoy this exclusive live interview with Johnnie Walker (Santiago) who will set off on the Full Camino Frances from St. Jean Pied de Port on August 17th, 2020. Johnnie is being interviewed by Caminoways.com CEO Roland Monsegu and our resident Galician and Camino expert Juanma Pintado. For

4 Unmissable Camino del Norte Experiences

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4 Unmissable Camino del Norte Experiences Hidden alcoves, sheltered by towering sea cliffs, picturesque lighthouses perched on lands edge, and an infinity of rolling green hills are some of the best Camino del Norte experiences. The landscape on the Camino del Norte is a tonic for the senses. There is a wealth of hidden treasures to

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4 Unmissable Camino del Norte Experiences Hidden alcoves, sheltered by towering sea cliffs, picturesque lighthouses perched on lands edge, and an infinity of rolling green hills are some of the best Camino del Norte experiences. The landscape on the Camino del Norte is a tonic for the senses. There is a wealth of hidden treasures to

Parisian town along the Camino

We Walk For You: Johnnie Walker on the Camino in 2020

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We are still very much in the midst of a pandemic and many of us will not be able to travel to the Camino this year. However, the spirit of the Camino lives on in our hearts and our thoughts and prayers are with the pilgrims who were looking forward to undertaking this spiritual journey

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We are still very much in the midst of a pandemic and many of us will not be able to travel to the Camino this year. However, the spirit of the Camino lives on in our hearts and our thoughts and prayers are with the pilgrims who were looking forward to undertaking this spiritual journey

Pie chart of pilgrims on the Camino

99.8% of pilgrims would recommend the Camino

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99.8% of pilgrims would recommend the Camino We conducted a survey of intrepid Camino fans in 2019 to gain some insights on pilgrims and the culture surrounding the trail. Of course, the Camino has existed for thousands of years, but over time trends and views towards it have changed. According to the latest statistics from

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99.8% of pilgrims would recommend the Camino We conducted a survey of intrepid Camino fans in 2019 to gain some insights on pilgrims and the culture surrounding the trail. Of course, the Camino has existed for thousands of years, but over time trends and views towards it have changed. According to the latest statistics from

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Camino tips: Responsible travel checklist

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At Camino Ways, we have responsible travel and ‘leave no trace ethos, and we encourage our clients to follow these simple but very important principles. We have prepared a simple Responsible Travel checklist to remember when you travel to the Camino de Santiago or any of our other travel destinations, including the Via Francigena in

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At Camino Ways, we have responsible travel and ‘leave no trace ethos, and we encourage our clients to follow these simple but very important principles. We have prepared a simple Responsible Travel checklist to remember when you travel to the Camino de Santiago or any of our other travel destinations, including the Via Francigena in

Fun on the Camino

5 Great reasons to travel to the Camino in 2020

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It has been a long three months of no travel to the Camino de Santiago in 2020. However, we are happy to report that in July, we will be sending some of our clients back out on the Camino as the borders reopen. Reports from friends in Santiago are that pilgrims are coming back out

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It has been a long three months of no travel to the Camino de Santiago in 2020. However, we are happy to report that in July, we will be sending some of our clients back out on the Camino as the borders reopen. Reports from friends in Santiago are that pilgrims are coming back out

Tips for cycling the Camino de Santiago

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Tips for cycling the Camino de Santiago Before going on your Camino de Santiago it is important to plan and preapre as much as possible. Here are our tips for cycling the Camino de Santiago. 1- Wear Proper Clothing for Your Trip Before going on your Camino de Santiago it is important to anticipate the

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Tips for cycling the Camino de Santiago Before going on your Camino de Santiago it is important to plan and preapre as much as possible. Here are our tips for cycling the Camino de Santiago. 1- Wear Proper Clothing for Your Trip Before going on your Camino de Santiago it is important to anticipate the

Chateau Montreux on the Via Francigena

FAQ: How long does the Via Francigena take?

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FAQ: How long does the Via Francigena take? How long does the Via Francigena take? The Via Francigena, or Camino to Rome, covers over 2000 km from Canterbury in the UK, to Rome in Italy. This epic trail, following the pilgrimage route taken by Sigeric the Serious, Archbishop of Canterbury, back in the 10th century

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FAQ: How long does the Via Francigena take? How long does the Via Francigena take? The Via Francigena, or Camino to Rome, covers over 2000 km from Canterbury in the UK, to Rome in Italy. This epic trail, following the pilgrimage route taken by Sigeric the Serious, Archbishop of Canterbury, back in the 10th century

A word from Roland on the Camino

A word from our founder: the spirit of the Camino

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A word from our founder during COVID-19: the spirit of the Camino Not too long ago, we were all dreaming of our 2020 trips, the places we would see, the people we would share them with, the memories we would bring back to tell all our family and friends … the coronavirus COVID 19 outbreak

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A word from our founder during COVID-19: the spirit of the Camino Not too long ago, we were all dreaming of our 2020 trips, the places we would see, the people we would share them with, the memories we would bring back to tell all our family and friends … the coronavirus COVID 19 outbreak

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CaminoWays TripAdvisor certificate of excellence 2018

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CaminoWays.com wins TripAdvisor certificate of excellence 2018 We are delighted to announce CaminoWays.com has been awarded TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for 2018 and we have made it to TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame. This is the fifth year in a row we receive this coveted title and the team is extremely proud of this achievement, which

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CaminoWays.com wins TripAdvisor certificate of excellence 2018 We are delighted to announce CaminoWays.com has been awarded TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for 2018 and we have made it to TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame. This is the fifth year in a row we receive this coveted title and the team is extremely proud of this achievement, which

Privacy Protection via GDPR

GDPR We care about your information

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GDPR We care about your information Dear customers, You might be aware that from 25th May 2018, a new regulation comes into effect to protect all consumers and their personal information in this digital age. This is known as General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR. At Greenlife Tours we collect information online through our website

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GDPR We care about your information Dear customers, You might be aware that from 25th May 2018, a new regulation comes into effect to protect all consumers and their personal information in this digital age. This is known as General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR. At Greenlife Tours we collect information online through our website

Feliz Navidad, Merry Christmas from CaminoWays.com

Merry Christmas and Happy 2018 from CaminoWays.com

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Merry Christmas and Happy 2018 from CaminoWays.com I would like to wish you all, our wonderful clients, friends and family, a very Merry Christmas and a fantastic New Year 2018. 2017 has been another great year for the CaminoWays.com team, full of changes and excitement: The year started with exciting news as our Marketing Manager

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Merry Christmas and Happy 2018 from CaminoWays.com I would like to wish you all, our wonderful clients, friends and family, a very Merry Christmas and a fantastic New Year 2018. 2017 has been another great year for the CaminoWays.com team, full of changes and excitement: The year started with exciting news as our Marketing Manager

TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2015

CaminoWays awarded TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

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CaminoWays.com awarded Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2015 The entire CaminoWays.com team is delighted to receive the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence again this year! On behalf of the team, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our fantastic clients: many of you have been travelling with CaminoWays.com for many years, you have

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CaminoWays.com awarded Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2015 The entire CaminoWays.com team is delighted to receive the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence again this year! On behalf of the team, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our fantastic clients: many of you have been travelling with CaminoWays.com for many years, you have

Feefo Gold Trusted Merchant

CaminoWays.com is Feefo Gold Trusted Merchant

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CaminoWays.com is Feefo Gold Trusted Merchant The CaminoWays.com team is delighted to announce we have been awarded 2015 Gold Trusted Merchant status by Feefo, the trusted independent ratings and reviews website. This isn’t our first year using Feefo. Last year we received the Feefo certificate, which is awarded to companies with up to 94% positive

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CaminoWays.com is Feefo Gold Trusted Merchant The CaminoWays.com team is delighted to announce we have been awarded 2015 Gold Trusted Merchant status by Feefo, the trusted independent ratings and reviews website. This isn’t our first year using Feefo. Last year we received the Feefo certificate, which is awarded to companies with up to 94% positive

Town on the French Way

Fundraising Campaign: an eternal and personal journey

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Fundraising campaign: an eternal and personal journey Nothing could have prepared me for the Camino experience. It was certainly a very personal journey and a trip I will not forget. As part of our fundraising campaign, Age Action ran its own Santiago de Compostela trip in September with the sup­port of CaminoWays.com. We opted for

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Fundraising campaign: an eternal and personal journey Nothing could have prepared me for the Camino experience. It was certainly a very personal journey and a trip I will not forget. As part of our fundraising campaign, Age Action ran its own Santiago de Compostela trip in September with the sup­port of CaminoWays.com. We opted for

What to wear to the Camino?

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What to wear to the Camino? The Camino de Santiago is a big adventure and needs to be taken seriously. For this reason we have designed a Free Packing Guide and prepared a list of gear you should take to the Camino. Of course this list will need to be adapted to your personal preferences as well

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What to wear to the Camino? The Camino de Santiago is a big adventure and needs to be taken seriously. For this reason we have designed a Free Packing Guide and prepared a list of gear you should take to the Camino. Of course this list will need to be adapted to your personal preferences as well

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