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Practical

The Honest Packing List: 7 Things Every Pilgrim Forgets

After three Caminos, here is the gear I would never leave home without — and the things I now refuse to carry.

11 min read

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Camino Portugués vs Camino Francés: Which One Should You Choose?

A side-by-side comparison of the two most popular Caminos — distance, scenery, crowds, food, and which one suits which kind of pilgrim.

10 min read

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Best Time of Year to Walk the Camino de Santiago

Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, albergue availability, and what to expect when on the Francés, Portugués, and Norte.

8 min read

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How Long Does It Take to Walk the Camino? (Route Breakdown)

Realistic timelines for every major Camino route, with daily distance averages and tips for fitting it into a working life.

7 min read

Practical

What It Costs to Walk the Camino de Santiago (Full Budget Guide)

A real, line-by-line budget for the Camino — from albergue beds to pilgrim menus, gear, transport, and the things that surprise people.

9 min read

Gear

Ultimate Camino Packing List (What I Brought vs What I Needed)

An honest, weighed-out packing list from someone who has walked three Caminos — what made the cut, what got mailed home, and what I'll never carry again.

12 min read

Gear

Best Shoes for Walking the Camino de Santiago (2026 Guide)

Trail runners, hiking shoes, or boots? An honest review of the most common Camino footwear, with picks for wide feet, hot weather, and the rainy Norte.

11 min read

Gear

Top 10 Must-Have Items for the Camino (And What to Skip)

The ten things I'd never walk a Camino without — and the popular gear I now leave at home.

7 min read

Practical

How to Prevent Blisters on the Camino (Real Tips from the Trail)

Blisters end more Caminos than weather, illness, or homesickness combined. Here's how to keep your feet on the trail.

9 min read