Are you in the early stages of planning your Camino de Santiago adventure? Maybe you know which route you want to walk but aren’t sure where to begin with packing or what airport you need to travel to. Our Advice & Tips articles will give you some insider hints to help with your planning. There are articles about fitness preparation, cultural expectations, language tips, money on the Camino, travel insurance and much more. If you’re looking for a piece of advice or some tips that you can’t find here, be sure and contact us and we’ll do our best to help.
Audio guide of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago Our Audio guide of the Camino Frances is now available for free download. It’s the perfect companion to your Camino journey. The last 100kms of the Camino Frances is one of the most popular Camino routes for people planning their first Camino trip. We have designed […]
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8 Top Tips for Walking the Camino Are you planning on walking the Camino de Santiago this year? At CaminoWays.com, the walking and cycling holiday specialists, we have put together their top Camino tips to make sure that your Camino adventure is an experience of a lifetime. Whether you’re unsure about what gear you will
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What to bring for the Camino The Camino de Santiago is a big adventure and needs to be taken seriously. For this reason, we decided to share What to bring for the Camino with you while walking or cycling the Camino. Of course, this list is not all-comprehensive and has to be adapted depending on
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The weather on the Camino de Santiago will depend on the season and the region you choose to travel to. Some parts of Spain can reach very high temperatures during Summer, but from Autumn to Spring you will find colder days. There is a season to suit everyone! During late Autumn and Winter, some hotels
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Inexperienced Walker Camino Tips Walking the Camino can sometimes be challenging depending on the trail, the kilometres travelled, and fitness. For the Tips for Inexperienced Camino Walkers, if you are not well prepared, you might not enjoy your Camino as much as you should. When I walked the French Way in the Pyrenees (from Saint
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Eco-Friendly Camino – Top Tips For A Conscious Camino Trying to have a more eco-friendly Camino is one of the best things you can do on your walk. Walking the Camino de Santiago is one of the best opportunities to live an experience away from the hustle and bustle of big cities and immerse yourself
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Tips for an easy Camino walk If you have been dreaming of doing the Camino de Santiago for a while but are fretting about your fitness or whether you will be able to keep up the pace, don’t let this get in your way. The team at CaminoWays.com have a selection of Easy Camino walk
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The Camino de Santiago routes are everyone’s heritage, and they should be preserved and looked after by us all, pilgrims, visitors and locals alike. Writing graffiti, leaving personal mementoes along the trails, and many other customs that might seem harmless are, in fact, damaging this precious heritage. At Camino Ways we have put together some
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Video: How to download our free Camino eBooks Here at Caminoways, we love writing about the Camino so much that we decided we had to take the next step up from blogging. That’s right, we were going to write a book. A couple of years later and we’ve amassed quite a collection. Our books aren’t
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How to treat blisters on your Camino trail? A common fear for any long-distance walker is the appearance of those raw red blisters on your heel. Your heels are especially vulnerable if you are planning to walk any of the longer Camino de Santiago routes. Don’t fear we have some handy tips on how best
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Camino tips: Footcare when you are walking the Camino We all want to make the Camino de Santiago journey as comfortable as possible and a few basic do’s and don’ts are not really enough to make it easier on your body and especially your feet. They take a pounding on most ordinary days but what
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8 essential items to take in your Camino daypack So you’ve decided to set off on the walk of a lifetime on the Camino de Santiago. As you trek across varying landscapes on your Camino walk, you’ll want to stay light on your feet and minimise what you carry on your back. But what are the
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How to stay fit during your Camino trip Whether you chose to walk or cycle your chosen Camino de Santiago route, you’re in for a rewarding experience like no other. The journey is suitable for all age groups and fitness levels, but walking any long-distance route is still a physical challenge. If you want to
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Walking the Camino de Santiago: Beginners Ebook Is walking the Camino de Santiago on your bucket list of things to do? We have designed a free Camino beginners guide to help you prepare for this epic adventure. The Camino is unlike any other trip that you will embark upon. Walking the long distance across Northern Spain,
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5 useful stretches for walkers For our third fitness video fitness expert Peter Duffy, from Physical Therapy Ireland, shares five useful stretches for anyone planning or about to embark on their Camino journey. Each stretch is chosen to help long-distance walkers who should regularly stretch to improve flexibility and decrease the risk of injuries while
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Camino Tips: what is ‘Lightweight’? Mike St.Pierre, CEO and co-founder of Hyperlite Mountain Gear, gives us his insights into outdoor gear you need for your next long distance trail and handy Camino tips for your journey. The first few days Cheryl Strayed hiked the Pacific Crest Trail she struggled to lift her pack off the
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VIDEO: 5 useful exercises for walkers To help you on your Camino journey we have teamed up with fitness expert Peter Duffy from Physical Therapy Ireland, to provide some easy and useful exercises for walkers for your next walking adventure. Basic exercises are great for regular walkers, beginners and anyone who wants to do some
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To help you on your Camino journey we have teamed up with fitness expert Peter Duffy, from Physical Therapy Ireland, to provide some simple and useful Camino fitness tips. To prepare for the Camino or any long distance walking route you will need to keep in mind that you could have to walk between 16
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What is the best footwear for the Camino? Taking care of your feet is one of the most important steps in preparing for your Camino adventure. Having the best footwear for the Camino de Santiago or any other long distance trail you are planning will help you to stay comfortable and enjoy the journey! When
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Camino preparation: how to avoid blisters On his latest Camino preparation post, Peter Duffy from D-Pete Health and Fitness in Dublin, shares useful tips to help walkers understand and how to avoid blisters. Very handy advice whether you are getting ready for your Camino de Santiago adventure or simply enjoy hiking and hillwalking. By Peter
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