Tag: caminodesantiago
Taking the Caminos Less Traveled
Why Walk A Camino? As brand-new residents of France and recently retired diplomats, we were looking for a fresh adventure to explore Europe, step away from 24/7 connectivity and mark our transition to a new phase of life. Our Camino experience delivered on all of our goals. Aside from a few short vacation day hikes,…
Beyond the Albergue: Finding Accommodation on the Camino de Santiago
Practical Tips to Support Your Camino Planning Finding accommodation is among the most important parts of your Camino de Santiago journey. What kind of accommodation you will seek and where you will stay is a personal decision driven by your preferences and budget. Many pilgrims choose to stay in municipal albergues, private albergues, or donativos…
Welcome to Walking Season!
I’ve always done things differently. That mindset shapes how I walk the Camino de Santiago and how I help others to make choices that fit their needs for their walk. In this piece I review my Camino Frances approach.
Walking Through Transition
A piece by Guest Blogger Monica Pons who reviews her experiene walking the Camino during a major life transition. Through her walking experience Monica explores the idea that sometimes you choose the Camino – sometimes the Camino chooses you.
The Rug Was Pulled Out — This Is What I’m Learning
I lost my job and professional identity. What I am discovering about reshaping my life and turning my passion for the Camino into a new personal and professional focus.
Why We Walk – One Pilgrim’s Story
Guest writer Ana Maria Brum, a Portuguese national and auberge owner, tells the story of her first Camino walk along the Portuguese way and the story of how that walk inspired her to support the Camino community through her work.
How to Pack for the Camino de Santiago: Our Suggestions
Among Camino walkers, the biggest debates often center on two things: footwear and packing. So, with some trepidation, we wade into the topic of packing and provide some advice based on our own experience.