TWO MUMS, TWO MONTHS, TWO CAMINOS Join me as I talk with Melbourne, Australia, mums Dawn and Fiona about their pilgrimage on the Camino Francés. >> Learn why they decided to use a company to book their accommodations and luggage transport (I bet you haven’t heard this reason before!). >> Find out how you deal …
Category: Camino Francés
The Camino Francés is the most traveled of all the routes of the Camino de Santiago.
After the Camino with Pilgrim Laura
SARRIA TO SANTIAGO IN 7 DAYS In this episode we hear from pilgrim Laura who walked from Sarria to Santiago with her daughter, Emily. They booked all of their accommodations, meals, and luggage transport services in advance with Spanish Steps. What makes this the best option for some pilgrims? Let’s see what Laura has to …
Season Three Kickoff plus After the Camino with George and John
PART 2: A STORY OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP George and John (season three, episode 19) are back to share how their Camino walk went. Wait until you hear how this wrapped up! (starts at 18:30 mins) Also in this episode, I share my own Camino story and give you a preview of what’s to come …
A Conversation with Two American Pilgrims as They Prepare to Walk the Camino Francés in Memory of a Friend
A STORY OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP In June 2022 American pilgrim Aaron died suddenly and unexpectedly while walking the Camino de Santiago. In this week’s episode we hear from Aaron’s friend George, who will be walking the Camino in Aaron’s memory and literally in his footsteps. George’s love for his Aaron is mirrored in his …
A Conversation with Pilgrim Chad Before His First Pilgrimage on the Camino Francés
FIRST TIME BUT NOT THE FIRST TIME Pilgrim Chad walked the Caminho Português with his wife and daughters and now is headed for his first solo walk on the Camino Francés. In this episode you will hear Chad’s three top tips for first-time pilgrims, along with his expectations for the inner journey of his upcoming …
A Conversation with Pilgrim Nancy (F) as She Prepares to Walk the Camino Francés
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST FEAR REGARDING WALKING THE CAMINO? In this conversation with pilgrim Nancy (F), we talk about Camino magic, coincidences, and the gift of the Camino to heal one’s heart after deep loss. And we finally get to a pilgrim’s biggest fear. We also get super practical, with app and guidebook recommendations, tips …
A Conversation with Pilgrim Laura About Her Upcoming Walk from Sarria to Santiago
WALKING (only???) SARRIA TO SANTIAGO Walking the Camino your way is tricky business for some people, but not for Laura and her daughter, who will be walking from Sarria to Santiago in June 2023. Find out why they are using a tour company to plan and execute their Camino, and how this fits perfectly with …
3 Favorite Things in Pamplona
This was no small feat, choosing just three favorites from Pamplona to share with you. Truth is, Pamplona is one of my three favorite stops on the Camino Francés, and it is filled with places, people, and food I love and delight in returning to. Not walking the Camino Francés? Keep reading, because these favorite …
A Conversation with Pilgrims Andrea & Jason About Their Walk on the Camino Francés
A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE MEETS FOMO How do you plan but don’t over plan for your first pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago? How do you make sure you don’t miss out on any of the best sites and stops on the trail? Find out how Andrea and Jason answer these questions as well as how …
20 Camino Questions with Nancy & Leigh
Part 2: The Camino Cafe Podcast Conversation Here is the second part of Nancy & Leigh’s conversation on the Camino Cafe Podcast. In this episode, Leigh asks her 20 Camino questions and Nancy shares her tips from more than 15 years on the Camino Francés. Packing tips, favorite boot brands, food highlights, three words to …