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When talking about ‘the Camino de Santiago’ most people have in mind the Camino Frances or French Way which is the most popular and well known of the Camino routes across Europe. However there are many other Camino de Santiago
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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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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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The French Way is the most popular route along the Camino. It’s full of unmissable sites and unique experiences. Make sure you don’t miss out on these 10 things on this extraordinary journey; Belorado Caves Belorado is a beautiful little village
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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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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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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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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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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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Make 2017 your year to complete the mighty Camino de Santiago. With so many different Camino routes to choose from, picking one is the hardest part! Sip Sangria in Sevilla, marvel at Medieval architecture in Léon or rove your way
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2016 has been a year packed full of adventures, new friendships, long-lasting memories and new beginnings. View our Slideshow of client testi We enjoy attending travel shows and running community events every year and 2016 was no exception. During the
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Journalist Jim Gallagher from the Sunday World enjoys stunning scenery on the Camino del Norte, in the Basque Country. The pretty little town of Zumaia, its harbour packed full of boats, glistened in the sun far below. A golden strand,
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Get the New Year off to a great start with 10% off your Camino adventure for 2017! Completing a pilgrimage like this is a truly exciting and fulfilling experience. After experiencing the magic of the Camino, many people vow to never go
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In 2017 we’re all about getting out and getting active and we’ve got the perfect hiking trips to get you inspired. With a selection of our favourite trails from our four brands there’s a walk to suit everyone’s tastes. There’s
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Book your Camino de Santiago trip now for 2017 with CaminoWays.com and get 10% off. Each year people from all corners of the world flock, in their thousands all with the purpose of completing the mighty Camino de Santiago. Each
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It’s your last chance to join our Camino guided tours for this year! Do you want to end the year on a high? Do something remarkable this autumn and make 2016 the year you complete the Camino! Our guided tours are
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We’re excited to announce our much anticipated guided tour dates for the coming year! Our Camino guided tours are a great way for solo travellers looking to meet fellow like-minded Camino enthusiasts on their way, along with gaining additional knowledge
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I’ll be honest. I didn’t know what to expect. I had seen photos and read books, but leaning on the wisdom of poet, Seamus Heaney who once said, “I’m a firm believer in learning by heart”, I settled with leaving
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Which one is the best Camino de Santiago route for you? Our Camino travel specialists have compiled a list of useful tips to help you choose the right Camino de Santiago route: -It is my first Camino and I’m looking for
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Caroline from Caminoways.com walked the last 111km of the Camino Francés in a very rainy March this year. She tells us her heartwarming story of friendship, fatigue and a lot of wine! It is a truth universally acknowledged that if you are
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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
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Join our free Camino talks in May, coming up at 53 Degrees North in Cork, Dublin, Kilkenny and also online so you can join us from anywhere in the world. This month our Camino de Santiago travel specialists will be
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We have compiled a list of the most enchanting castles on the Camino de Santiago routes and where to find them! From France to Portugal, medieval times right up until the nineteenth Century there is no shortage of magical castles
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In this post we’ll take you off the beaten track, meandering through cobbled streets, gravity defying cathedrals, architectural splendour all the way to the end of the earth. Here are five Camino de Santiago towns that have to be seen to be believed:
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The latest Camino statistics from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago are out, giving us a very interesting insight into the Camino in 2015; they reveal the most popular routes, top countries on the Camino and the pilgrims’ favourite starting points. Please
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My colleague Martin from the groups department and myself had the opportunity to cycle three days on the French Way Camino trail from Sarria recently. The trip was a great experience and we enjoyed it immensely, regardless of a few challenges
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While the most popular time to explore the Camino de Santiago is undoubtedly between April and October, more and more pilgrims are choosing to brave the cold and trek this unique trail in winter time. Pilgrims walking the Camino in
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The first section of the French Way starts in the pretty Basque town of Saint Jean Pied de Port, in France, and finishes in the city of Pamplona, famous for the San Fermín running of the bulls. The first walking
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The fantastic Camino de Santiago trails cover thousands of kilometres across beautiful regions in Portugal, Spain and France. Each year, thousands of pilgrims embark on a Camino adventure, keen to be part of Camino history and experience the fascinating culture and great scenery
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Enjoy this Camino video of the first section of the French Way, one of the most varied and picturesque sections of the Camino de Santiago. Pilgrims on this section will pass through breathtaking countrysides and woodlands, through rolling green hills, charming
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Fancy taking on the Camino de Santiago next year? Book now and get a whopping 10% off with CaminoWays.com, the walking and cycling holiday specialists. We have a fantastic early bird offer for those who want to discover the spectacular scenery,
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For our September Camino desktop calendar we have picked an image of one of our favourite and most impressive monuments along the French Way, the famous Camino Francés: it is the iconic Los Templarios or Templars Castle in Ponferrada, capital of
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Our new dates for 2016 Camino guided tours are now available. Departing on selected dates, our Guided Tours 2016 start in March to coincide with Easter celebrations and will be running regularly until the end of October. Camino guided tours
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There’s still time to take in the stunning landscapes and fascinating history of the Camino de Santiago this year. At CaminoWays.com, the walking and cycling specialists, we have fantastic guided tours departing in selected dates in September and October. Guided
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Un Paso Limpio (a clean step) is a very interesting and worthy campaign promoting a clean Camino de Santiago, recently launched by various St James societies in Spain. The goal of the campaign is to raise awareness about environmental issues
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Looking to join a Camino de Santiago guided trip this year? Our Camino guided tours for July and August are now fully booked but we still have available spaces for selected dates in September. Our Camino guided tours are perfect if
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It’s first of July, month of Saint James! here’s the latest Camino desktop calendar, designed by the CaminoWays.com team. Lisa has selected a lovely image of the iconic Alto del Perdón sculpture, on the Camino Francés just after Pamplona. The
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Experience the Camino de Santiago at a relaxed pace combining walking and fantastic sightseeing with the CaminoWays.com Walk and Coach, the best Camino tour for beginners. The relaxed Walk and Coach Camino tour departs on 5th September and is perfect
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Embark on a Camino adventure this summer to enjoy some of the vibrant festivals taking place along the way. Towns and villages across Spain and Portugal celebrate local festivities from June to September. Many of them combine a colourful mix of
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The many routes of the Camino de Santiago cross different regions (in some cases countries), each with its own traditions, culture and food. If you are walking the Camino de Santiago along the French Way, from the French border, here
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If you are walking the Camino de Santiago in May, there are many interesting festivals and celebrations taking place along the way: -May Day! Festa do Maio in Villafranca del Bierzo (French Way) Festa do Maio means literally May Festival, celebrating
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Our Camino de Santiago talks are back this month! as usual, our Dublin and Cork information evenings are hosted by our partners, outdoor clothing specialists 53 Degrees North. This year, we will also have talks in Galway, at Great Outdoors;
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Over 240,000 pilgrims trekked at least 100km of the Camino de Santiago last year alone with thousands more walking the different Camino routes and sections across France, Portugal and Spain each year. There are many ways to Santiago but which
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We have created this handy interactive Camino Frances Map so you can easily click and see some of the most important stops along this UNESCO-listed heritage route, followed by pilgrims from all over the globe since the Middle Ages. The French
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We have a few copies of Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago, the Camino documentary to give away. This week, we catch up with director Lydia and Maggie, from the documentary team to see what has happened since we
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The Camino de Santiago, one of the most famous walking trails in the world, is an unforgettable adventure; perfect for families looking for a special holiday together. More than just a religious or spiritual pilgrimage, the Camino is a very
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Planning your Camino de Santiago trip? Many interesting festivals take place along the different Camino routes throughout the year; as most towns and villages host annual festivals to honour their ‘patron saint’ but also celebrating their local food and wine
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To get you started on your Camino adventure, Hi-Tec have teamed up with top Camino de Santiago specialists CaminoWays.com to offer you the chance to win an unforgettable 7-day Camino de Santiago trip for two people; as well as a
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The latest Camino de Santiago statistics from the Pilgrims Office in Santiago are just out. An impressive number of nearly 240.000 pilgrims received their Compostela in 2014, from 140 countries around the globe. Walking the Camino this year? The statistics
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Looking to give your Christmas a Camino de Santiago touch? Here are nine ideas to help you create a Camino-inspired menu for Christmas! –Seafood Shellfish is ‘the’ Christmas fare in Galicia. Every home will have at least one shellfish dish
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