Have you had the call to walk Camino de Santiago? You may have heard stories of those that took the call to walk Camino de Santiago and others waiting for the right time and/or courage to go. After all, the “French Way” is an 800 km walk across Spain following yellow arrows. Walking a Camino […]
From Pilgrim menus to Michelin stars and everything in between… Camino de Santiago offers an abundance of food options for every palate and budget! To start your day Crossroads Travel clients will enjoy a full breakfast daily as a part of your package. Breakfast is not a big feature of the Spanish culture, a biscuit […]
On my first Camino, I met a gorgeous young woman on the side of the road. Despite our age difference, we struck up a conversation that lasted for hours. This led to us sharing a night of chatter, laughter and some very meaningful discussions, mainly about women. We started at the beginning of time to […]
Have you heard of the “Shadow Pilgrim” known also as Santiago’s Ghost? In Praza da Quintana at nightfall, when the lights of the square are turned on, the shadow of a pilgrim is projected onto the wall of the Cathedral de Santiago. Local legend tells a tale of love and loss. It is said that […]
If you don’t believe in Magic you may not be the person to read this post While walking Camino I always set an Intention and aim to trust my intuition to guide me along the way. For the most part, I live on the guidance of my Intuition, however, recently I had been questioning everything. […]
What is an Intention In the context of setting an intention prior to your Camino, this passage taken from the teachings of Joseph Campbell explains it quite well. “Determine what it is that you need to focus on. It is this intent that will be mirrored back to you, through your experience, interactions with others […]
Walking Camino de Santiago offers you time and space to engage, listen and connect. A unique and rare experience where a walking adventure has you meeting with people from every corner of the world. You glimpse the simplicity and connection of life. The question “what bought you to Camino” opens you, you find yourself sharing […]
What is a Compostela? Gaining a Compostela historically was a very valuable document. The so-called Cartas Probatorias, (probatory letters) were gained as a means of penance. Pilgrims on completion of their Camino returned home with their certificate and be relieved of their sins. Also believed to be a document proving a virtuous life. Therefore gaining […]
What to pack for Camino. The most important information we can offer you with regards to your Camino packing is, be practical and keep it simple. Think layer upon layer. Our list of packing suggestions are written based on experience. Ask any person that has done a Camino they will tell you they gave STUFF […]
Day in a Pilgrims life. I have talked to many people regarding walking the Camino and the “stories” they have told themselves about why they “can’t do it” are generally filled with fear of the unknown. Here is a snapshot of what a day as a Pilgrim looks like to support you to step outside […]
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