Walking the Camino Frances – the first steps on the French Way
St Jean Pied de Port in France is the starting point for The French Way (Camino Frances), the best-known Camino walk. On…
Lisbon’s Sardine Festival – a must-do when you visit Portugal
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 Camino de Santiago and other Camino routes aer experiencing a remarkable revival, drawing pilgrims from around the w…
Portuguese tarts at Lisbon’s Pastéis de Belém
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…
Meeting the Climate Challenge
Recent months have seen an escalating concern that is translating into action amongst Tourism businesses regarding the v…
Hiking Japan with dietary requirements
The Japanese are very traditional around food and food etiquette, and while Japanese food is incredibly tasty and “clean…
5 reasons to go guided on the Coast to Coast
RAW Travel’s Destination Experts have great reasons why joining our guided Coast to Coast trip is a great idea. 1. No dr…
Do I need a Japan Rail Pass?
So you’re heading to Japan, all excited about your Kumano Kodo or Nakasendo Way trek…or perhaps still thinking abo…
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…
Mont Blanc weather and other wonderful things!
These are the top 3 questions I get asked about Mont Blanc: What’s the weather like during the season? When is the best…
Miyajima: Japan’s sacred shrine island
When planning a holiday to Japan most people think of Tokyo and Kyoto. If you are planning on extending your stay in Jap…