I’m always on the look out for tales of serendipity on the Camino de Santiago. Of stories of chance, coincidence, and calling between pilgrims. Which is why I received a wonderful surprise upon my return from my recent Portuguese Central Camino De Santiago. I’d fallen behind with replying to my instagram messages. As I settled […]
A Warm Buen Camino From “The Big House” In Povoa De Varzim
As I walk my solo Caminos with William, my furry peregrino, my route is often determined by the location of dog-friendly accommodation. So, during my recent Portuguese Central Camino de Santiago, I had to take the coastal route to Vila Do Conde. Unfortunately, this large Camino town didn’t offer any dog-friendly accommodation so I had […]
Camino De Santiago. A Passport Full Of Stamps Please.
If you decide to walk the journey of a lifetime on the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrim passport, the Camino de Santiago credential is an absolute must for the journey. Most pilgrims purchase their passport at the start point of their journey. Pilgrim passports are usually available at cathedrals, other main religious buildings, and pilgrim […]
Buen Camino From A Guarda On The Portuguese Coastal Camino De Santiago.
Buen Camino from A Guarda! I visited the town of A Guarda yesterday preparing for our Wild Camino Guided Journey in September! Our journey begins in the village which is deemed to be a European Destination Of Excellence. The village is nestled under the green forests of the Monte Santa Tecla with stunning views of […]
Brave Or Stupid. The Moment That Led Me To The Camino De Santiago.
In 2011, I made the biggest decision of my life. I had a real moment. Enough was finally enough. I was sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Call it the mother of all endings. Overnight, I walked away from my 15-year career as a Lawyer and all the security that came with it. […]
Semana Santa (Easter) On The Camino De Santiago
Semana Santa (Easter) is one of the major religious holidays in Spain, a country where 98% of the population are born into the Catholic faith. If you wish to walk the Camino de Santiago for religious reasons, aside from St James Day held on the 25th July, then you’ll find Easter week to be one […]
Enjoy A Sizzling Summer On The Camino De Santiago
Here comes the sun! The summer months of late June, July and August are peak season on the Camino. The sun is shining, sardines sizzle on the grills of every restaurant, Sangria is the drink of the day, and the Caminos are buzzing with happy Pilgrims to wish a Buen Camino! I have walked both […]