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Choosing Your Path: A Guide to El Camino de Santiago Routes
The transformative pilgrimage of El Camino de Santiago offers a multitude of routes, each with its own unique charm. In this guide, we’ll explore the distances, terrains, weather conditions, accommodation options, and the level of foot traffic for...
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Bed Bug Infestations on El Camino de Santiago
Bed bug infestations have become an unfortunate concern for pilgrims traversing the revered El Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. This once-in-a-lifetime journey is marred by the presence of these tiny, blood-sucking pests, particularly in public albergues,...
Essential Technology Guide
El Camino de Santiago: Essential Technology Guide
Each pilgrim’s Camino de Santiago experience is unique, and for some, having an essential technology guide plays a helpful role. Personally, I found the technology useful in several ways, such as using it to stay on track, connect with other pilgrims,...
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Blister Prevention when Backpacking
Embarking on a backpacking adventure is an exhilarating experience, but the last thing you want is blisters dampening your spirits. These pesky irritations can turn a promising trip into a painful ordeal. That’s why it’s crucial to take proactive...
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Best Time to Walk the Camino de Santiago
El Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a pilgrimage route that spans about 500 miles (800 kilometers) and crosses the north of Spain, from the Pyrenees to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. The best time to walk the Camino...
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