The town of Betanzos on the Camino Ingles celebrated 800 years of history this month. To mark this impressive anniversary we share our top things to do in Betanzos, one of the former capitals of the Old Kingdom of Galicia and one of our favourites on this Camino route. BETANZOS OLD TOWN With its medieval […]
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We meet so many people who have been inspired by their time walking the Camino de Santiago. Cary is one of those people. If you are a fan of all things sweet and delicious then you will love the Camino Bakery in North Carolina. We can’t wait to visit and in the meantime we are
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If you are planning to walk the Camino de Santiago there are probably some basic questions you will be asking yourself: How long will I have to walk to get my Compostela certificate? What is the history of the Camino trail? Where will I begin my journey? How do I know that I am fit
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Culinary delights of the Portuguese Coastal Camino Mario from our Sales team introduces us to his favourite flavours and culinary delights of the Portuguese Coastal Camino and his home country: Portugal. Traveling allows us to explore and enjoy the different aspects of places we visit; the landscape, the people, the climate, the architecture, and among many
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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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FAQ: What kind of Camino tours do you offer? At CaminoWays.com, we organise Camino tours for solo travellers and groups of all sizes, whether you’d like to walk or cycle. Here’s an overview of our popular tours: SELF GUIDED Most of our clients opt for a self-guided tour. What does this mean? Dates are flexible
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The Camino is a special journey that’s undertaken by thousands of pilgrims each year. This ancient trail attracts pilgrims from various nationalities and backgrounds to walk the Camino. There are lots of Camino de Santiago routes to choose from and you can tailor your itinerary to fit your needs. Am I too old to walk the
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Interview: Alba and Pablo from the Galicia GAA team Galicia is famous for many things, including sports. But did you know there is a Galicia GAA league? All along the Camino, the Irish sport is growing in popularity. Now the locals have something to shout about. At this year’s European Games the women’s team was
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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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It is important to learn to listen to your body when you are out on the Camino trails. Some days you will be walking between 15 – 25 kms per day so you will need to rest your body at times. You may find it difficult to choose rest days on the Camino but we
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As you know, as part of our CaminoWays Fund, we are working closely with Mossy Earth to plant the Camino forest in Northern Portugal. We are delighted to report that the forest is well on its way, and we are so proud of the beautiful work the team is doing on the group. So far,
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5 Portuguese food classics you must try One of the best things about going on holidays is the discovery of new flavours and unusual dishes. If you are heading to the Camino in Portugal, the Rota Vicentina or the Via Algarviana soon, you are in for a treat…These are 5 Portuguese food classics you must try: 1-
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7 things not to miss on the Portuguese Coastal Way I have been lucky enough to complete this stunning trail last year. Walking one week and cycling for another week I stumbled across some breathtaking sites and delicious seafood all along the way. If you are looking for a trail that will take you off
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Great Camino Routes for groups The Camino Ways group tours department picks six fantastic Camino Routes for groups looking to embark on a memorable adventure. Our group’s department specialises in creating tours for groups of all sizes, including fundraising teams for charities, walking clubs, parishes, schools, and private groups of family and friends. These are
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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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Technology Free Camino Do you have wireless? Is there a password? Excuse me while I post on Facebook, comment on Twitter, edit my Instagram snaps, share a LinkedIn update and remove myself from the real world. Instead of asking ourselves how will we get connected, let’s takes a digital break from the daily digital distractions
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Where is the start of the Camino de Santiago? This is a general question we get here at CaminoWays.com. Many people talk about ‘el Camino‘, but there are many ways and many Caminos, all leading to one place: Santiago de Compostela and the tomb of Saint James in the city’s cathedral. The Camino de Santiago
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We have launched the Portuguese Coastal Camino Superior Collection for pilgrims to experience the Camino in luxury. The Portuguese Coastal Camino Superior Collection includes stays in some of the most special hotels and unique properties along this scenic Camino route. Boutique country houses, chic city hotels and historic Paradores are some of the luxury hotels
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Celtic Camino Festival The first Celtic Camino festival is in County Mayo this April, organised by the Camino Society Ireland. CaminoWays.com, the Camino experts, are delighted to support this great event attracting Camino enthusiasts across Ireland. The Celtic Camino Festival in Ireland generally takes place the second weekend of April from Friday to Sunday in
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What better way to start the Camino Catalan than a visit to the breath-taking city of Barcelona. This place truly has everything – incredible architecture, 12km of long stretch beaches, mountains, sensational food, bustling streets and culture. There really is an endless supply of things to do here that would suit everyone. 11 reasons we
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