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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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From lucky grapes to very generous wooden logs, the CaminoWays.com team have picked their favourite Christmas traditions from the different Camino regions. Here are our favourite Camino Christmas traditions: Sabela: 12 lucky grapes in New Year’s Eve “This Spanish tradition
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Getting ready for your Camino de Santiago trip? Wherever you go in the world, there will be certain cultural customs and ‘travel etiquette’ you should know about; and the Camino will be no different. There are certain conventions you will
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The Camino de Santiago takes walkers to Santiago de Compostela, capital of Galicia, a land of rich folklore, colourful legends and frightening spirits. Many also believe witches still exist in Galicia, living in disguise and mixed in with the general
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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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Eamonn reports from the #CawleyCamino 2016. It’s day 3 and the team continues their journey on the Camino Ingles, across Galician countryside, from Betanzos to Hospital de Bruma 27.5kms. A good nights sleep is a great cure for the stiffness
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Eamonn reports from the #CawleyCamino 2016. Day 1: walking the first day of the Camino Ingles, from Ferrol to Pontedeume, 29kms. We care for this group so much that Phil and I had them under lock and key in their
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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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The Galicia GAA men and ladies teams are in Dublin this week to take part in the Etihad Airways GAA World Games. Our colleague Valeria met them a the airport in Santiago de Compostela on Saturday, as they were getting
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We are very excited to announce that CaminoWays.com are the official sponsor of the Galicia team for the GAA World Games taking place in Ireland next week. Our multi-cultural team will be supporting teams from around the world but as the
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Longing for a last minute escape? Mild temperatures and quieter tracks make Autumn months, particularly September and October, possibly the best time of the year for a walking adventure. From the Camino de Santiago to Tuscany, the CaminoWays.com travel specialists
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If you are missing the flavours of the Camino de Santiago, our friends from foodfiesta.ie share some tasty traditional recipes from various regions along the Camino so you can try them at home. What better way to start your Camino recipe
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At CaminoWays.com, we are now offering our Superior Collection to pilgrims on the Via de la Plata Camino route from Ourense. The CaminoWays.com Superior Collection gives pilgrims the option to stay in some of the best and most unique properties along the
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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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Get your hiking boots ready and don’t forget to pack your swimming gear; we have picked four fantastic Camino Summer routes. From the foodie charms of the Basque Country to rugged tracks and sandy strands along the Atlantic, these Camino
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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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“My trip to Santiago de Compostela was the most wonderful experience in my life. The trip was made easy thanks to CaminoWays and I would like to thank them for making the trip so wonderful. The hotels and the meals
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Santiago de Compostela is the finishing point for all routes on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. If you happen to find yourself at Holy Week in Santiago de Compostela you might be wondering what exactly is going on? What you’re likely to
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Also known as Antroido, Entroido or Carnaval; Carnival is one of the best loved festivals in Galicia and across Spain, by people of all ages; and a great time to experience a very different and colourful side of the Camino
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As we are all getting ready for the biggest feast of the year, the CaminoWays.com team picks their favourite and tastiest Christmas treats, have a read and find out about these mouth-watering Camino Christmas food: Three Wise Men cake –
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John Murphy kindly sent his beautiful Camino story, told through poetry, to our office this week. In 1999 John was supposed to walk the Camino de Santiago with his close friend Paul. Unfortunately Paul died suddenly before they could embark
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At CaminoWays.com, the walking and cycling holiday specialists, we are launching a brand new Camino trail for Summer 2016: the spectacular Camino dos Faros, the Lighthouse Way. A superb coastal route, the Lighthouse Way takes in the wild and rugged
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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 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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Did you know between 10 and 14% of all pilgrims reaching Santiago de Compostela are ‘bicigrinos’, bike-pilgrims? Over 25,000 bicigrinos received their Compostela certificate in 2014, for instance. If you are cycling the Camino de Santiago, you must at least cover
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by Eamonn #CawleyCamino Day 2…O Porriño to Arcade….23 Km. Kevin from Athlone was like a coiled spring outside the hotel in O Porriño this morning at 07.55 ,waiting for the off. Sucking a fag and stretching simultaneously. Doesn’t like that hanging
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The ‘Virgin of the Boat’ or ‘Our Lady of the Boat’ is the name of Muxía’s best loved sanctuary, peacefully welcoming pilgrims at the very end of the Finisterre and Muxía Way route of the Camino de Santiago, by the waves
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Becca and Brian from outdoor clothing specialists, 53 Degrees North give us their informative review of the Camino Ingles route that they embarked on earlier this year. This is a great route if you are looking to for a challenge.
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Being a vegetarian on the Camino de Santiago can pose itself as a bit of a challenge at times. Pilgrims who adopt a pescetarian diet (ie. eat fish) will be spoilt for choice, particularly in Galicia. For those who don’t eat
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If you are walking the Camino del Norte – Northern Way and stopping in Ribadeo, you will not want to miss one of Spain’s most spectacular beaches: the Catedrais beach (Cathedrals Beach), located only a few kilometres west of Ribadeo
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With almost 1500 kilometers of coastline, Galicia and its Rías (estuaries or bays) are home to almost 700 beaches! Galicia’s many coves and beaches are a fantastic place to relax after your journey along the Camino de Santiago. If you
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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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Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world take the many Camino routes to Santiago de Compostela each year, walking hundreds of kms across France, Portugal and Spain. More than just a pilgrimage, the Camino is a unique experience, a
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When you are walking the Camino del Norte (the Northern Way route of the Camino de Santiago) you will often encounter magnificent period houses with very unique and exotic styles. They are known locally as ‘Casas de Indianos’ and they were
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Plan your summer holiday with CaminoWays.com, the Camino de Santiago specialists, and enjoy an adventure like no other. You can choose from different coastal routes, all boasting magnificent sea views and gorgeous landscapes. Thousands of pilgrims walk or cycle the
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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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