I only knew the basics when I first walked the Camino Francés in 2017. And I mean the basics. Adios, por favor and gracias. Armed with my phrasebook, I muddled along, relying mainly on hand gestures and fellow pilgrims who spoke more Spanish than I did. After 37 days of walking, I’d practiced what I’d learned […]
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With temptations like souvenir shops, cheap wine and luxurious Paradores everywhere, it’s very easy to spend money on the Camino. But it’s also possible to save a few euros here and there along The Way. If you’re on a budget, here are 9 of my favourite ways to save a bit of cash on the
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A common question I’ve been asked is, “How much does the Camino cost?”. And it’s a tough one to answer. The cost of getting to the Camino depends on where you live. And that can range from dirt cheap if you’re in Europe to very expensive if you’re overseas. For example, I live in Vancouver,
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A big part of the Camino experience is staying in pilgrim’s hostels, or “albergues”. Although modest and inexpensive accommodations, they are very important to the Camino. They are where you will stay the night, wash your clothes and reflect on the day. They, too, can be very sacred places. However, albergues are not just cheap
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You will become well acquainted with “Orisson” as soon as you start planning your Camino. Located between St. Jean Pied de Port and Roncesvalles on the Camino Francés, Orisson sounds like the name of a town. But it’s not. It’s a popular auberge (albergue in Spanish) on the French side of the Francés. Refuge Orisson. The
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The Camino de Santiago is a network of gorgeous walking (and cycling) routes through Spain and Europe. Each offers something unique and special. But what they all have in common is that they end at the same spot, the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, Spain. This magnificent Cathedral is said to hold a
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