Tonight at 19.00 CET, pope Frans will open the holy door in St. Peter's church in Rome. It wil be broadcasted live on TV in many countries. I will for sure be watching. This will mark the beginning of ...

I will have my day pack, but also I’m bringing a small carry-on. Wasn’t sure that the albergues will allow a suitcase inside. Thank you. Yes, this will be allowed. For security reasons we will ask you ...

In Feb-Apr 2019 I walked from Santiago in reverse on the CF, onto the Aragones, and over the Somport Pass into France, and as far as Castres on the Camino d'Arles towards Rome. Over 5 years ago, where ...

Hi! I'm planning to do the Camino Francés in a month starting January 22nd from SJPDP to Santiago. Can you tell me the alternative routes and albergues that are interesting and that I must do/visit. I ...

Hi all. Apologies for another footwear question, but I'm interested in hearing what experiences people have had wearing waterproof socks for long periods on rainy days. I bought a pair of cheap ...

I've always wondered about the security bars you frequently see on the windows of homes in Spain. The obvious purpose is security, but they are so ubiquitous, including on the windows of houses in the ...