Tag Archives: Compostela

How to Hike the Camino :: Part I

Posted on 2012/04/05 by

Everybody wants advice on how to do the walk.  It’s tough.  Requires motivation and a nature that forgives yourself if you feel like taking a couple of days extra rest.  Competitive people might thrive on the challenge, but the path … Continue reading →

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The Way – Filmed on the Camino de Santiago

Posted on 2012/03/26 by

Watch the trailer from Icon Films.  You may also enjoy this article about the spiritual aspects of walking the Pilgrimage Path.

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Vineyards on the Route to Compostello

Posted on 2012/02/01 by

The day burned bright and hot; I sniffed the purple grapes ripening in fields cultivated by Ilarria and Brana wineries.  Could I sample the wine at dinner in St.-Jean-Pied-de-Port? Vineyards exuded steamy scent from the grapes nearly bursting their skin. … Continue reading →

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Travel Info :: Pyrénées Region

Posted on 2010/01/23 by

The Pilgrim’s Way – Navarra GR-65 Camino de Santiago A Medieval Pilgrim: from Tuam to Santiago de Compostela – 12th c. pilgrims from Ireland traveled to Spain, returned to Ireland and when they died, were buried with the emblematic scallop … Continue reading →

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Pyrénées :: Camino Mystery

Posted on 2010/01/15 by

Saint James’ Bones – Is the story of Saint James (Sant Iago) true?

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