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So you have taken the plunge and booked your Camino trip, now it is time to think about what you will need to bring on the way. We have designed a detailed packing guide which can be downloaded here for
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Dreaming of a memorable Autumn escape? Here’s your chance to join our last Camino guided tours of the year. WALK AND COACH The perfect tour for Camino newbies combining the ideal amount of walking and sightseeing. This week long guided
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Nestled between the lively cities of Santander and Bilboa on the Camino del Norte is the small, seaside town of Laredo. This quaint Spanish town is known for its sandy beaches and you will find yourself wondering some of the
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Your journey on the Camino de Santiago will take you up, over and around many different types of terrains. Climbing through forests and any of the uphill areas will be challenging so having a good pair of trekking poles will
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Heading to the Camino de Santiago and Galicia soon? One question we get asked quite often is about the food. We have picked what we think are the 10 most delicious Galician dishes you must try on your Camino trip. Nothing
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If you are planning to walk the Portuguese Coastal Way from Baiona you will be walking into the town of Vigo on the second day. Spending a little time in this city is a real treat. Wake up early on
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In order to receive a Compostela certificate or the Certificate of Distance issued by the Pilgrims Office in Santiago, pilgrims must walk at least the last 100kms of any Camino route or cycle at least the last 200kms. These are
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A Casa Rural, also known as Country Cottage in our Camino de Santiago tours, is a very specific type of accommodation. The concept of Casa Rural is a relatively recent development in the hospitality industry in Galicia and across Spain
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For centuries, pilgrims have continued their journey beyond Santiago de Compostela along the Finisterre Camino. Heading West to the Atlantic Coast, the goal was to reach what the Romans knew as Finisterrae, the end of the known world. The Finisterre
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I’ll Push You tells the story of Justin and Patrick’s journey on the Camino de Santiago. These two lifelong friends walk the Camino together, completing the full French Way, walking and pushing 500 miles. Along the way they encounter many
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On the night of 23rd June and in the early hours of 24th June, many cities and towns along the Camino de Santiago, including Santiago de Compostela, celebrate the official arrival of Summer (have a look at our page on Festivals
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Join the St James Day celebrations 2017 at CaminoWays.com. This year we are very excited to invite you to a special screening of the recently released Camino documentary, I’ll Push You at our Dublin headquarters. St James is the patron
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How many times have you attempted to plan a getaway with your group of friends? Maybe you are organised and head off on a friends trip once a year or you have been thinking about it for years but haven’t
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As one of the most popular Camino de Santaigo trails, the French Way provides a beautiful Camino experience. Walking the full way you will start in the town of St Jean Pied de Port. Travelling through rural Galicia you pass
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To give you a taste of what to expect on your next Camino journey we have created this short clip of the food on the Camino de Santiago. From traditional Galician dishes to the world famous Paella you will be
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We are excited to announce that we will be taking part in the Keswick Mountain Festival this year. On June 8 we will be hitting the road to head for the stunning Lake district in the UK. Over the course
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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
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Join the CaminoWays.com team for our free Camino talks for our free online talk and our talks in Dublin and Cork. Our Camino speakers will be presenting the most popular walking routes in Italy, the best loved Camino routes and
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Thank you for being part of the Kerry Camino Festival 2017! The CaminoWays.com team would like to thank you all for making this year’s Kerry Camino Walking Festival such a success. You came from all parts of Ireland and further
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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
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To get you started on your Camino adventure, We have teamed up with Multitrip.com to offer you the chance to win an unforgettable 7-day trip on the Coastal Camino for two people; as well as annual travel insurance for two people. The
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Are you looking for your next Camino challenge? Maybe one of the Camino de Santiago routes in France will get you excited. The routes in France vary in length, scenery and the degrees of difficulty but they are all historical
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The last 111kms of the French Way is one of the most popular Camino routes for people planning their first Camino trip. We have designed an informative and entertaining audio guide for all pilgrims hoping to learn a little more
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For the first time walkers will be given the opportunity to choose their start and finish point when booking with CaminoWays. Whether you are beginning your Camino journey or a seasoned Camino walker, our new booking system allows you to
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As a food lover who is passionate about cooking, for me travelling also means trying the typical dishes of the places I go to and bring home with me recipes and delicious memories. I like the idea of associating food
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Grab your walking shoes, water bottle and camera, the summer is nearly here and we have picked three of the top summer routes on the Camino de Santiago. Start with a swim in the clear blue waters of Baiona, enjoy
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Salamanca on the Via de la Plata is one of Spain’s most intriguing cities. With a history as elaborate as the artwork on the facades of its buildings, a walk through Salamanca is a labyrinth through the ages. The city
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As one of the most important weeks of the year for Christians, Easter in Galicia is a unique experience. During the last week of lent many of the charming towns of Galicia are transformed to accommodate elaborate Easter processions. This
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Every year thousands of families choose to complete their Camino journey together, walking some of the beautiful routes that lead to Santiago de Compostela. To celebrate Mother’s Day on March 26th we are giving you 10% off some of our
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This week we have a special insider’s view of the beautiful city of León, located on section 5 and section 6 of the French Way. León was the capital of the kingdom in the Middle Ages, as well as a historic enclave on
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Each year in March the world comes together to celebrate women for International Women’s Day. This year we have put together two women-only Camino guided tours. Whether you are a seasoned female adventurer or it is your first time embarking
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Join the CaminoWays.com team for our free Camino talks in Dublin, Galway, Cork and a special online talk with a presentation from Camino travel specialist Catherine. Our Camino speakers will be presenting the most popular Camino routes, including: the Classic
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The Kerry Camino is a charming walking trail from the town of Tralee to Dingle, in County Kerry, in the South of Ireland. This route follows a section of The Dingle Way, taking a trail believed to have been followed
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This week we talk to Ferrol native Andrea about what makes her home one of the most special Camino towns. Andrea was born in Ferrol on the English Way but moved to the South of Spain a few years later. Her time in
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The annual Camino statistics from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago give us some interesting insights into the Camino de Santiago. This week we take a look at the number of pilgrims, where they come from and what age they are.
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We are offering two lucky walking enthusiasts the chance to win an unforgettable short break for two people on the Camino de Santiago. We have teamed up with Wanderlust Magazine to give you the chance to experience this bucket list
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This week we asked our Camino experts what it is that makes the Camino de Santiago so special. Their responses were varied, heartfelt and unique. Here’s what they had to say: JuanMa – Portuguese Coastal Way Outdoor enthusiast, musician and
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Viewer beware: The impulse to take a hike is strong – New York Times We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a special screening of the inspiring ‘6 Ways to Santiago’ Camino documentary. This will be the
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The ‘Botafumeiro’ is the famous giant thurible or censer in Santiago de Compostela cathedral. A ‘Botafumeiro’ has been used since the Middle Ages, originally to clean the air when crowds of pilgrims having completed the Camino de Santiago arrived in Santiago
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Join the CaminoWays.com team for our free Camino talks in Dublin, Galway, Cork and a special online talk with a presentation from Galician native and Camino travel expert – Juanma. Our Camino speakers will be focusing on the last 100kms
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In September this year, for the third year running, Phil Cawley of Today FM will lead a group on the Camino de Santiago in Spain. This years tour will follow the last section of the French Way between Sarria and
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Would you walk to the end of the world for the one you love? Well this Valentine’s Day you can! Buy a gift voucher for your loved one and receive a complementary spa treatment for two. Our Camino Valentine’s Gift Voucher are
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The latest Camino statistics from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago are out, giving us a very interesting insights into the Camino de Santiago in 2016. An impressive 278, 232 individuals received their Compostela certificates in 2016. The Camino statistics reveal
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We are very excited to announce that the CaminoWays.com team have teamed up with 53 Degrees North to offer one lucky winner and a friend the chance to win a trip of a lifetime for you and a friend on
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Which is the best route to choose; the Portuguese Way or the Portuguese Coastal Way? This is a common question for people who are embarking on the Camino journey. We have a few details that may help you to make
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This week Felicia presented our first webinar on the year. She focused on the history of the Camino, the most popular walking routes and travel tips along the way. The talk took place on January 19th and was streamed to
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As a person that loves traveling, going on new adventures and leisure cycling I was very excited to go on a walking and cycling trip on the Camino del Norte, I knew it was my kind of holiday. But, what
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Our guided tours are a great way to experience the Camino, learn about the routes as well as meeting like-minded travel and walking enthusiasts along the way. All Caminoways.com tours come with English speaking guides and there are a selection
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Walking the Camino de Santiago offers up a unique chance to see, taste and visit some amazing places. Before walking the Camino trail read ‘The Road not taken’ by Robert Frost and literally take the one less traveled by. Believe
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It’s the time of year for new beginnings. Now we’re not here to condemn you for the excess that was the Christmas season. It was fantastic and we regret none of it! All the same, I still believe that a new calendar
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