In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. You know the rhyme, but did you know that remnants of Christopher Columbus’ journey dapple the Camino de Santiago? Along the Portuguese Coastal and Central routes, you pass through several important historical sites where you can learn about the Iberian Peninsula’s rich maritime history. Here are a handful of...Read More

The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, was one of the most common paths of pilgrimage during the Middle Ages. The path technically began at the pilgrim’s door, but there were a dozen routes that all led through Spain to Santiago de Compostela, where the remains of Saint James were...Read More

Walking or cycling the Camino de Santiago could be one of the more challenging undertakings in your life. For some, the physical task might seem overwhelming during the planning stages of the trip; for others, the spiritual and mental challenges surprise them when they’re on the Way. No matter what kind of shape you’re in (physically, mentally, or...Read More

Every traveler comes to the Camino de Santiago for their own personal reasons, but those walking the Camino inevitably share a focus to strip away the clutter of life in order to better see the inner self.  In that process, consciously utilizing the healing power of music and nature while you walk or bike the Way...Read More