Category: Camino de Santiago
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Do you need hiking poles for the Camino de Santiago?
The question of whether you need hiking poles for the Camino de Santiago, is something we frequently get asked. It’s also a topic of great debate. Let’s dive in and settle this once and for all! Do I need hiking poles for the Camino? Firstly, in the interest of full…
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Do I need to speak Spanish on the Camino?
This post is one of the series of Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) posts that we often get asked by subscribers or on social media forums. Do I need to speak Spanish on the Camino? Or, in Spanish, ¿Necesito hablar español en el camino? Find out here. Do I need to…
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Are you ready to walk the Camino de Santiago?
We recently published a post with some information to help people prepare for the Camino de Santiago. But, would you like to take a short quiz to find out if you are ready to walk the Camino de Santiago? Are you ready to walk the Camino de Santiago? In the…
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Is the Camino de Santiago a religious walk?
Is the Camino de Santiago a religious walk? The Camino de Santiago is a modern day long distance trail that has historic origins. It is called The Way of St James as it is believed that the the remains of Saint James, an important Saint in Catholicism, are in Santiago.…
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What is a Camino de Santiago credential?
If you’re new to the Camino, or is this is your first time walking or cycling the Camino de Santiago you may be wondering what is a Camino de Santiago credential? It sounds like some sort of weird requirement to enter a cult, but in fact it is not (well,…
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Budget Hiking: Why hiking isn’t just for the wealthy
It can sometimes feel that you need to have all the latest gear to go hiking. There is so much stuff available, windproof, rainproof, feather down jackets, sweat wicking layers, golden hiking boots – you name it, you can probably find it. Don’t get me wrong, we have definitely been…
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Is there WiFi on the Camino de Santiago?
Before you head out to walk the Camino de Santiago, you might have lots of questions. We certainly did. One of the questions that we get asked most frequently when people are preparing to walk, is about access to technology on the Camino. Specifically is there WiFi on the Camino?…
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Do you need a sleeping bag for the Camino de Santiago?
This was something that we really didn’t know the answer to during our first time walking the Camino de Santiago. It’s obvious when wild camping , that you always need to pack a sleeping bag, but do you need a sleeping bag for the Camino de Santiago? Walking the Camino…
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Transformational Travel Experience: Thru-hiking
TRANSFORMATIONAL TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: Thru-hiking, the ultimate transformation “Meet me there, where the sea meets the sky, Lost but finally free.” Raynor Winn, The Salt Path The Salt Path by Raynor Winn I’ve just finished one of the most thought provoking books I’ve ever read, The Salt Path by Raynor Winn.…
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11 Best Michelin Star Restaurants on the Camino de Santiago
It might seem a bit strange to write about Michelin Star restaurants on the Camino de Santiago. But what could be better when walking the Camino than treating yourself to a wonderful meal in an incredible setting? We love the Menu Del Dias in Spain, but we also love to…