by Rob | Aug 26, 2024 | Blog, Planning
Camino de Santiago Planning Tips I thought it might be of interest, if you are planning your first Camino, to describe the process I go through. I confess I’m a bit of an over planner, but hopefully you’ll see some merit in the process. And the planning...
by Rob | Aug 26, 2024 | Camino Gear, Planning
How Much Should my Camino Pack Weigh? Pack weight for the Camino must be one of the most often discussed topics and frequently asked question! You will hear all kinds of advice and ‘rules’, such as the 10% of bodyweight rule. But what is a realistic pack...
by Rob | Aug 24, 2024 | Accommodation, Planning
What if I Can’t Find a Bed on Camino? It’s a very common concern for those walking their first Camino. And understandably. There seems to be three ‘approaches to Camino accommodation. Book with a Camino Tour Company. This seems to provide a simple...
by Rob | Jun 17, 2024 | Which Camino
Reflecting on My Best Camino and Avoiding Rookie Mistakes We had another great question this week from Chuck, who asked, “Rob, what’s been your best Camino and what are some of the rookie mistakes to avoid?” Chuck also implied that Caminos get better...
by Rob | Jun 17, 2024 | Budget, Planning
How Much to Budget when Walking the Camino This is a bit of a complex question and depends on a few things. Which route you are walking, as the more popular ones can be a bit more expensive. How far you plan to walk. More days = more cost obviously. What type of...
