The Secret of Santo Toribio Monastery – True Cross
Deep within the spectacular Picos de Europa National Park in Northern Spain there is a relic that is inextricably linked…
Cape Finisterre. Pilgrimage to the end of the world
Cape Finisterre is a rockbound peninsula in the province of A Coruna in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It&#…
St James Feast Day
Saint James Feast day on the 25th of July every year is the most iconic day on the Camino calendar. Saint James was one…
Camino Comida – Lunch on the Camino
One of the delights of walking the Camino de Santiago is the anticipation and enjoyment of the delicious foods you will…
Are You A Dual Pilgrim?
For those people who have walked both the Camino de Santiago in Spain and Kumano Kodo in Japan you can be honoured as sm…
Wine of the Camino de Santiago
If you are a food and wine lover, you can enjoy the pleasure of Spain’s exceptional viticulture with every footste…
Hiking in Spain with dietary restrictions
Having specific dietary needs can be a daunting prospect when you travel overseas and Spain is no different. However, wi…
Weather on the Camino
What is the weather like on the Camino? Understanding what the weather is like on the Camino will help you plan and prep…
Pilgrim passports & compostelas
A pilgrim passport is part of your Camino experience. While it is not strictly necessary to have one if you are not stay…
The Camino and Vegetarian Food
The Spanish are passionate about their food which varies from region to region. They generally don’t understand th…
How do I choose and fit a rucksack?
We get asked a lot of questions about buying a rucksack. Here are a few things to consider. What size rucksack do I need…