More and more cities along the Camino de Santiago are introducing a small tourist tax (also called a city tax, tasa turística in Spain or taxa turística in Portugal). If you’re walking the Camino, it’s worth knowing where it applies, how much it costs and how you pay it, so there are no surprises at […]
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A thank-you to every pilgrim who has walked with us We have some great news to share and we want to start with the part that matters most: thank you. CaminoWays.com has just been named a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award winner, placing us among the top 10% of things to do worldwide. The award
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The best Camino route for most first-time pilgrims is the last 100 km of the Camino Francés (Sarria to Santiago), walkable in 5-7 days and qualifying for the Compostela. For ocean views, choose the Camino Portugués Coastal from Porto. For solitude, the Camino Primitivo or Camino Invierno. For experienced walkers, the Camino del Norte or
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The Camino de Santiago and the Via Francigena are the perfect holiday destinations for families. Our Camino for families packages are packed full of family activities designed to offer the perfect balance of adventure, fun, and playtime. Whether you decide to walk your way to Santiago on the Portuguese Coastal or cycle through picturesque villages
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Our Journey Cycling the Camino Ingles The Camino Inglés is one of the shortest but most demanding Camino routes, known for its steep climbs, quiet countryside, and sense of challenge. In this cycling diary, Brian and Becca share their personal experience of riding the Camino Inglés — from misty coastal paths and forest tracks to
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