by Paty | Sep 10, 2022 | Camino del Norte, Spain, Trail Journals
When I walked the Camino for the first time back in 2018, and it was a really big deal for me. First off, the Camino de Santiago was my first long-distance hike that ventured further than 150 miles. Yes, I hiked the 100-mile section of the Appalachian Trail that ran...
by Paty | Dec 20, 2018 | Camino de Santiago, Gear, Spain
Everyone develops their own little gear tricks on the Camino de Santiago to make life easier. Sometimes it’s figuring out the best apps that show the amenities in each town. Or maybe it’s discovering how to call/text home for free using WhatsApp. Sharing...
by Paty | Dec 13, 2018 | Camino de Santiago, Gear, Spain
Fall on the Camino de Santiago can pose some difficult packing challenges. Will it be hot? Will it be cold? Should I expect rain or sunshine? If you’re thinking about heading out on the Camino de Santiago in autumn, this post covers all the major questions you...
by Paty | Dec 10, 2018 | Camino de Santiago, Gear, Spain
Below is a list of all the items I took on the Camino de Santiago in September 2018. I found it incredibly helpful to look at other people’s Camino packing lists on the internet as I was developing and refining my own for this journey. To pay it forward,...
by Paty | Nov 1, 2018 | Camino de Santiago, Spain
Overview Camino de Santiago routes completed: 2 – Camino Frances & Camino FinisterreTotal distance walked: 889 kilometers (551 miles)Starting point: St. Jean Pied de Port, FranceEnd point: Atlantic Ocean / Faro de Fisterre, SpainDistance on the Camino...
by Paty | Oct 5, 2018 | Camino de Santiago, Spain
Prior to setting out on the Camino de Santiago, I had a lot of questions. Which route should I take? What time of year I should go? What should I carry? Would there be adequate food choices? My questions went on and on. Thus, I did a LOT of internet research. I read...
