What to Wear in the Evenings on the Camino
Practical and fashionable clothing for dining at a restaurant after a day of walking or cycling the Camino. What should I wear?
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7 Tips to Choose Hiking Boots for the Camino
How to Choose the Right Hiking Boots for the Camino Your boots can make or break your Camino. This isn’t just about comfort—it’s about protecting your feet over hundreds of kilometers. The wrong footwear will lead to blisters, sore joints, and a miserable walk. The right pair? They’ll carry you smoothly from day one to
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How to treat blisters on your Camino?
How to treat blisters on your Camino? 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 to
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How to Avoid Blisters on the Camino
How to Avoid Blisters on the Camino You’ve put in the time. You’ve planned your route, bought your gear, and trained your body. Don’t let something as avoidable as blisters bring it all crashing down. Blisters are one of the fastest ways to derail your Camino—turning excitement into frustration, and every step into a painful
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What Footwear for the Camino?
When embarking on the incredible journey of the Camino de Santiago, choosing the right footwear is essential for your comfort, safety, and overall enjoyment. The Camino is a long-distance pilgrimage route with diverse terrain and varying Camino weather conditions, so finding the right shoes can make a difference. Here are some important considerations to keep
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Walking the Camino in hot weather
August is one of the most popular months to walk the Camino de Santiago but also one of the hottest of the year. To help you get ready for your trip, the CaminoWays.com travel specialists have put together a few helpful Camino tips for walking in hot weather. Walking the Camino in hot weather. 1
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What to bring for the Camino: A Practical Guide
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 be taking. Though not exhaustive, it
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A Typical Day on the Camino de Santiago: What to Expect
What a Typical Day on the Camino Looks Like You’ve made the decision to walk the Camino de Santiago. Your gear is packed, your walking boots are broken in, and your Camino fitness plan is on track. With the preparation complete, you may now wonder: what does a typical day on the Camino look like?
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Self-Guided vs Guided Camino: What’s the Difference?
You’ve made the life-changing decision to walk the Camino de Santiago—a journey rich in culture, challenge, and reflection. Deciding between a Camino Guided or Self-Guided Tour is a big part of planning your journey. This isn’t a small detail. Your choice will shape your entire Camino experience—from how you interact with fellow pilgrims to how flexible your
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What is the best time to walk the Via Francigena?
What is the best time to walk the Via Francigena? The Via Francigena, or Camino to Rome, is a 1900km-long pilgrimage route crossing most of Europe from the UK to Italy, therefore weather will vary greatly from North to South throughout the year. So what is the best time to walk the Via Francigena? While
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When is the Best Time to Walk the Camino?
Best time to walk the Camino de Santiago Choosing the best time to hike the Camino de Santiago can make or break your experience. Weather, crowds, and trail conditions all vary throughout the year, and knowing what to expect each season can help you avoid common mistakes. This guide breaks down the pros and cons
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The Journey of a Medieval Camino Pilgrim
The Journey of a Medieval Camino Pilgrim Did you ever wonder about the Camino to Santiago in Medieval times? And how pilgrims from overseas made their journey to Compostela? Along the English Way from the UK or Ireland for instance? Esther Taboada is a journalist and photographer from Galicia. She lived in Ireland for a
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Camino de Santiago Confraternities & Associations Worldwide
Camino de Santiago Confraternities Pick up your pilgrim passport from your local Camino Society and Confraternities. This isn’t just a formality—it’s one of the main ways these organisations raise money to support their projects, events, and upkeep of the Camino network. It also helps them provide guidance and resources to future pilgrims. Visiting in person
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All You Need To Know About Our 24/7 Assistance Number
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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Which Camino Airport is Best For You?
Which Airport Should You Fly Into for the Camino de Santiago? A common question we get is: what’s the best airport for starting the Camino de Santiago? The answer depends on which route you’re taking. This guide breaks down the main airports you should consider, based on the Camino route you’re walking. While it’s usually
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Common Mistakes to Avoid on the Camino de Santiago
Common Mistakes to Avoid on the Camino de Santiago Walking the Camino de Santiago can be a life-changing journey. But let’s not pretend it’s all sunshine, tapas and spiritual breakthroughs. This isn’t a walk in the park — literally or figuratively. Every year, thousands of pilgrims set off with the best of intentions, only to
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Where Can I Get My Pilgrim Credential / pilgrim passport?
Before setting foot on the Camino de Santiago, there’s one document you’ll hear a lot about: the Pilgrim Credential. But what exactly is it—and do you really need one? Often called the pilgrim passport, this little booklet is more than just a keepsake. It’s an essential tool that records your journey and proves your pilgrim
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Camino in Autumn: Experience Tranquility and Beauty
Experience the Camino in Autumn The Camino de Santiago isn’t just a summer trip—it comes alive in Autumn. As the leaves change, the route transforms into a landscape of rich reds, oranges, and golds. The cooler temperatures make walking the Camino or cycling the Camino more comfortable, and the crowds thin out, giving you a
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A Typical Day of Food on the Camino
A Typical Day of Food on the Camino Food on the Camino – What to Expect When you book with CaminoWays.com, your standard package includes half-board in smaller towns—breakfast and dinner, usually at your hotel. In bigger towns and cities, dinner isn’t included so you can explore local restaurants on your own. Breakfast is light
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Camino Flights and Airport Transfers
Pilgrims often ask us “Which airport should I fly to for the Camino?”. Your ideal airport varies based on your chosen Camino route, your country of origin, and your start date. Considerations also include your departure location. For walkers outside Europe, major Spanish city airports like Madrid (MAD) (Adolfo Suárez Madrid Barajas International Airport) and
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