Walking The Ways In Galicia

Camino Invierno – The Winter Way – Or as I like to call it El Camino Del Vino Every Camino is special and unique providing an opportunity to explore, discover and enjoy.  This year I feel inspired to make a journey of “Walking The Ways In Galicia” taking part in learning more about the Camino […]

History of the Billabong – Elizabeth Shares In The Camino

The camino provides an opportunity for personal introspection and adventure. A getting to know yourself in a unique way and to discovering new friendships that make for fun bonding experiences all along the way.  Learning of other people’s cultures is truly one of the most special experiences on the journey and since the Camino is […]

The Legend Of The Pilgrim Shadow

La Leyenda de la Sombra del Peregrino The legends, myths and unique history to the Camino de Santiago de Compostela are many. Just like an onion as you keep peeling more is revealed.  Each area, every route of the Camino, and every century layer upon layer you can keep discovering different aspects through its many […]

BEING In The Present Moment – Mindfulness Reflections – Valerie Johns

The Camino has so many lessons it teaches no matter if it is your first experience or you continue to be drawn back again and again.  They say you may not get what you wanted or expecting but you always get what you need.  The simple act of walking can take on many different feelings […]

Locks of LOVE in Santiago

Modern Camino Trends Could It Become A New Tradition? Candados, in spanish, or Locks that were popular in Paris and other european cities have been making their way to Santiago de Compostela.  Having noticed this in 2011 and seeing it continue one reflects on the traditions, symbols, their origin and beginnings.  We are all familiar […]

Via De La Plata – Springtime In The Camino

The sun is shining all over Galicia making its springtime Camino Call to all who will answer.  Nothing better than exploring another part of this magical land and meeting pilgrim friends along the way.  It was perfect timing to make a new adventure to Ourense to discover a little of the Via De La Plata […]

Galicia Captures The Hearts Of Many

Galicia – Ancient, rustic, and filled with traditions. Traditions and customs – a true melting pot of incredible cultures. From the Celts, Vikings, Romans, and Moors – Galicia has witnessed first hand a real blending of ideas, customs, trade, and rituals of survival in this very distinct area that has a history unique to pilgrimage. […]

Rexistro Km 0 Santiago – Parador Exhibition

Remembering so many special times in the Camino and a very memorable exhibition and event in Santiago de Compostela last year 2013 when we were fortunate to have the Rexistro 108 Vilei Global Pilgrims’ Project Exhibition in the Parador Hostal Dos Reis Católicos for 9 weeks thanks to our dear friend Julio Castro Marcote, Director […]

Semana Santa Bo Camiño – Easter Week In The Camino

It has been a very special week enjoying being in the Camino sharing in wonderful times with pilgrims experiencing Galicia during the blossoming of SPRINGTIME!  A magical time seeing the trees sprouting new life filling the countryside with vibrant GALICIAN GREEN from the lush fresh grass on the  ground  all the way up into the […]

A Very Special Gift For Semana Santa – Easter: Kurt Koontz

Semana Santa or Easter is a very special time on the Camino.  The heart, mind, body and spirit of all is open, flowing, and sharing in truly wonderful WAYS.  Inspiration, connecting, and giving with others is a unique part of springtime just like the trees bringing their new fresh green leaves and flowers blooming their […]