The Santiago Botafumeiro
The Santiago Botafumeiro (pronounced Bot A Fum Ey O) is a famous thurible and one of the largest incense burners in the…
10 things I learnt along ‘The Way’
The direct translation of “Buenos tardes/Buenos noches” is “Good afternoon/Good evening” but the Spanish people do not s…
Accessing money on the Camino
Accessing money on the Camino will be easy as long as you plan in advance and keep an eye on what you are spending each…
The first steps on the French Way
St Jean Pied de Port (population 1800) is a delightful bustling Basque village nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees…
Lisbon’s Sardine Festival
Every year from 12–14 June, Lisbon honours its most respected saint with a sardine festival. The first of several saints…
Washing on the Camino
As your Camino adventure approaches, you may start wondering what to pack. How many outfits will cover a 41-day active w…
The revival of the Ancient Camino Pilgrimage Routes
The ancient Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route (The Way of St James) across northern Spain draws people of all differen…
Portuguese tarts at Lisbon’s Pasteis de Baelem
If you are making a trip to Lisbon then eating pastry is a must-do! The famous bakery Pastéis de Belém in the district o…
The varied terrain you will find on ‘The Way’
The Camino Frances is one of many pathways leading to the historical and spiritual city of Santiago de Compostela. Spann…
Indulge your senses on Le Puy Camino
Le Puy Camino is arguably the most beautiful of all the Camino routes in Europe and one that truly indulges the senses.
The Meaning of Stone Crosses on the Camino
Due to the fear of Santa Compaña you will find strategically places ‘cruceiros’ (stone crosses) all over the Galicia’s c…
Madrid: Lively Tapas and Dancing
Get a taste for the lively tapas culture and raucous nightlife in Madrid, Spain’s capital of commerce and cuisine,…