Embarking on this incredible journey, whether on foot or by bike, is more than a physical adventure – it’s a spiritual and emotional exploration, too. Here, we’re thrilled to share insights, advice, and heartfelt stories that make the Camino de Santiago much more than a simple trek.
Are you a seasoned pilgrim looking to reminisce or seeking new routes to explore? Maybe you’re a curious first-timer seeking guidance, tips, or simply a glimpse into this fascinating world. You’ve found the right place!
Our blog is an open road that weaves through the hearts and minds of those who love the Camino de Santiago. Whether you’re planning a future pilgrimage or walking down memory lane, our articles are penned with love, knowledge, and a genuine desire to assist and inspire.
Join us, explore, and be part of this beautiful Camino community. We are here to guide, support, and walk with you every step of the way. Happy reading, dear pilgrim!
Trainee Priest’s Spanish Mission POINT Road resident and trainee priest Barry Matthews is going the distance for his faith. That distance is all 500 miles of Camino de Santiago, the world-famous pilgrimage through Northern Spain. The 30-year-old trainee priest has temporarily discarded the robes of the priesthood in favour of a good pair of walking […]
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Whet Your Appetite With The Best Camino Food & Wine Routes Summer may be coming to an end but that just means that a glass of wine in the autumn sun is just around the corner. While there are many reasons to walk the Camino de Santiago, journeying in search of delicious food and wine
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Trip of a Lifetime on the Camino By NIKKI PATRICK A thousand years ago, pilgrims made their way on foot, on horses or donkeys along El Camino de Santiago, the trip of a lifetime. The world has changed dramatically, but those still follow the Way of St. James. Jerry Lomshek, Chicopee, and his son Jurij
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Cannolo Recipe with Chestnut Flour, Ricotta Cheese & Truffle Truffles are one of the delights of Tuscany, and we’re always looking for more ways to enjoy this delicious treat. Massimo from the Tuscany Truffle Academy has shared this Cannolo recipe with Chestnut Flour, Ricotta Cheese & Truffle. Massimo has mastered the art of truffle hunting
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Vegetarian on the Camino Being a vegetarian on the Camino de Santiago can sometimes pose a bit of a challenge. Pilgrims who adopt a pescetarian diet (i.e. eat fish) will be spoilt for choice, particularly in Galicia. For those who don’t eat fish, following these tips and bringing a steady supply of snacks and a
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Reaching Santiago It’s turned out to be a prolific year for Kiwis reaching Santiago de Compostela on the Camino de Santiago. Despite meeting only a couple on our trip, 79 New Zealanders have completed the trek to Santiago de Compostela this year, nearly double the total for all of 2011. And we were among those
One big hug in Santiago de Compostela. The experience is simply incomparable. On a cold, almost chilly, day at the end of winter, you stand on the roof of one of Europe’s most historic cathedrals and have a sweeping view of a heritage city. As the rogue wind touches your face intermittently, you imagine the
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Why the epic Camino trail across Spain is a route to true happiness You will have heard about life-changing journeys, but if I describe a 500-mile Camino trail to Santiago de Compostela, I suspect your reaction would be: turn the page. But please don’t! I’d reached a time when I needed to re-assess, to reflect
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Planning your next Camino de Santiago adventure? Wondering which month of the year would be the best for you? What are the busiest months on the Camino? We have taken the most recent statistics from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago de Compostela to give you an idea of the number of pilgrims arriving in Santiago
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Have you ever wondered where your country ranks in terms of Camino pilgrims by nationality? These are the Top International Camino Pilgrims It is difficult to determine the top nationalities of pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago, as data on the nationality of pilgrims is not consistently collected. The popularity of the Camino de Santiago
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The Camino For First Timers In our June webinar, Camino For First Timers, we take you through some of our most asked questions related to walking your first Camino de Santiago. We also offer some recommendations for the best route to choose, what to pack and how much walking you should be aiming to do.
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One of the things I love about Italy is the food. The variety and quality of ingredients mean something for every taste and mood. This is one of my all-time favourite recipes. It’s quick, simple and tasty. It’s proper comfort food. Recipes like this are most common in the Tuscany region of Italy. This is
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A father’s mission along the Camino de Santiago A Father’s Mission By Brennan Barnard for the Monitor, June 17. As I grabbed my daypack and headed out the door to fight the commuter traffic down to Boston, I was halted by the “sneak attack hug” that has become my 8-year-old son’s signature sendoff. This embrace
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Claim Your Spot On One Of Our 2022 Guided Tours We’re halfway through the year and it’s been a great year for the Camino. It’s wonderful to see everyone back walking and cycling the routes and getting that normality back in the world. With this in mind, our 2022 Camino guided tours for the second
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Found on every menu along the Camino de Santiago routes, Tortilla (Spanish potato omelette) is an excellent Camino recipe and one of our all-time favourites. It is also given free as a ‘Pincho’ or ‘Tapa’ in many bars across Spain. It is an absolute must-try for your trip. Everyone has a different trick or technique
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Located in the north of Portugal and serving as the starting point for a number of pilgrims walking the Camino Portugues, Porto is a truly vibrant city. With both sides of the Douro river stacked with buildings of all sizes and colours, Porto is a visual wonder. The perfect spot for a few days, if
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A Journey on Foot on the Old Ways Travel writing – an individual telling a story about a journey through a landscape – is one of the world’s most primitive forms of literature. Tales of travel take us back to man’s deepest literary roots, to the Epic of Gilgamesh and the wanderings of the Pandava
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5 Coastal Camino Routes to Exhilarate And Inspire This Summer If the sea is your muse and the source of much of your joy, then a Camino de Santiago experience that incorporates the coast should definitely be on your radar. As someone who grew up by the sea, there are few things in life as
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Useful Galician for your Camino trip While on the Camino de Santiago, you will encounter and befriend fellow pilgrims of many nationalities and many languages, particularly as you get closer to Santiago de Compostela. You might have learnt a bit of Spanish before but did you know Galicia has its own language? It is called ‘galego’, Galician.
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The Camino Plenary Indulgence You can get the Camino Plenary Indulgence (also known as “The Jubilee”), by walking the Camino’s last 100km or Cycling the Camino’s last 200km to Santiago de Compostela. The doctrine and practice of indulgences in the Church are closely linked to the Sacrament of Reconciliation (confession). An Indulgence is the complete
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