The mystique of Koyasan
Misty mountains, historic temples and an ancient cemetery make Koyasan a mystical and rewarding destination. The UNESCO…
Who was Alfred Wainwright?
Alfred Wainwright first published his guide book ‘A Coast to Coast Walk’ in 1973 and described it as “a book for walkers…
The Yorkshire Shepherdess: Amanda Owen
Amanda Owen is not a household name in Australia, however, ‘The Yorkshire Shepherdess’ is a recognisable cel…
The Meaning of Stone Crosses on the Camino
If you are walking the Camino de Santiago through Spain, you will come across strategically placed cruceiros (stone cros…
Wild adventure on England’s Coast to Coast Path
Every step I took towards Robin Hood’s Bay became slower and slower; I didn’t want this walk to ever end! &#…
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,…
Culture and gastronomy at the Santiago city market
A must-see highlight after you have finished walking the Camino, is the lively Santiago City Market – head here for a bi…
Cape Finisterre – walk 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 – the most iconic day on the Camino calendar
The St James Feast Day is celebrated on the 25th of July every year and is the most iconic day on the Camino calendar. S…
The Luxurious Parador Santiago de Compostela
If you are lucky enough to stay in a Parador in Spain while walking the Camino you will likely find yourself in a Castil…
Mont Blanc Mountain Food
Mountain food is traditionally based on what can be grown or reared at altitude, and what can be kept through the harsh…
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…