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Santiago de Compostela marks the finish line for countless walkers on the Camino de Santiago. The city mixes centuries-old tradition with modern hospitality, giving pilgrims [...]

October on the Camino de Santiago brings a quieter, more reflective atmosphere. The crowds thin, the weather refreshes, and the landscape glows with autumn colours. [...]

Planning to walk the Camino de Santiago comes down to finding your ideal starting point, route, and timeframe. Every walker can find a path that [...]

Reaching the finish line in Santiago de Compostela stirs a mix of relief, reflection, and quiet pride. After days or even weeks on the Camino [...]

Planning a Camino walk with U Walk means knowing your core expenses upfront. This guide explains what your Camino with U Walk really costs day [...]

The dreaded B word is something everybody fears on the Camino. Blisters can quickly turn a walk that was going wonderfully into a living nightmare [...]

When visiting any country across the globe, there are always unique and interesting local traditions and customs one is expected to abide by. Call it [...]

Galician is a European language that is closely related to Spanish and Portuguese. It is widely spoken in the regions and villages along the Camino [...]

Is the Camino de Santiago Becoming More Popular?  In recent decades, the popularity of the Camino de Santiago has come roaring back into fashion, with [...]

You’ve got those flights booked, you’re well on your way to increasing your weekly mileage in preparation, and all your gear is lying in the [...]

You’ve booked your Camino trip and want to learn some Spanish before you go. There are some ‘language essentials’ that are always needed when you [...]

So you’ve decided to walk the Camino de Santiago and follow a tradition stretching back over 1,000 years. Once the Camino excitement bug has bitten [...]

Walking long distances day after day can take a toll on your feet, ankles, and knees. This is why choosing the right shoes is essential [...]

As you begin to pile things into your bag just before setting out to walk the Camino de Santiago, you’ll no doubt start to wonder [...]

Walking the Camino de Santiago might not seem overly challenging because of its relatively easy routes and well-marked paths. Walking between 20 and 30 km [...]

Water is vital to every human, but it takes on even greater importance for those walking through the parched landscape of Northern Spain in mid-summer. [...]

As you begin your Camino there will no doubt be many thoughts rushing through your mind. Have I packed too much? Or maybe not enough? [...]

In July and August 2023, Irish wellness advocate and adventure enthusiast Rozanna Purcell embarked on her own Camino journeys, guiding groups through this legendary trail [...]

The Camino de Santiago offers more than breathtaking landscapes and the satisfaction of completing a physical challenge; it’s a journey of self-discovery, mindfulness, and connection [...]

The Camino de Santiago is known for its ability to bring people together, even those who start their journey solo. With UWalk’s Travel Solo, Not [...]

The Camino de Santiago is not just a physical journey; it’s an experience of personal transformation that draws travellers from all over the world. With [...]

Embarking on the Camino de Santiago is a transformative journey that offers something for everyone, regardless of interests or walking experience. Whether you're an avid [...]

It’s never too late, and you’re never too old. Walking the entire length of Camino de Santiago, or at least a small section, has long [...]

The Camino de Santiago is a powerful experience. Many who walk it talk of profound insights, spiritual awakenings, and unrivalled joyfulness. The Camino is often [...]

The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is one of the world's most significant religious and cultural landmarks. Located in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain, [...]

While the primary focus of the Camino is on the spiritual and personal journeys of the pilgrims, the route has a profound and lasting impact [...]

The Camino de Santiago is one of the most famous pilgrimage routes in the world. This ancient path, which leads to the shrine of the [...]

As anybody who has walked either a section or all of the Camino de Santiago knows, reintegrating back into normal life can be jarring. Sometimes, [...]

Go alone or in a group - it is a question that can dramatically affect a holiday, excursion, or adventure. The Camino de Santiago is [...]

The next Holy Year will be in 2027. The number of people walking the Camino de Santiago has seen a dramatic increase over the last two [...]

Walking any section of the Camino de Santiago will, without doubt, provide abundant photographic opportunities - whether it’s the classic trail winding into the distance [...]

Whether you’re walking a single section or the entire length of one of the Camino de Santiago routes, it’s imperative to be physically prepared. Few [...]

Travelling solo brings numerous exciting benefits that can completely transform an experience. It allows us to travel completely free from those frustrating constraints of thinking [...]

With stress, anxiety, and depression levels continuing to rise - in Ireland but also across the world - taking good care of our mental health [...]

Snaking its way to Santiago de Compostela along various routes, the Camino de Santiago encompasses countless awe-inspiring sights. From the rugged Pyrenees with their lofty [...]

Sometimes, you just need a quiet walk. Modern life is chaotic in many ways, and the perfect antidote is usually a bit of peace and [...]

Walking the Camino de Santiago is a cultural experience in itself, with rich history, fabulous cities, exquisite food, and breathtaking landscapes leading you all the [...]

The Camino de Santiago offers a unique experience with each changing season - but before you start thinking about a walk through the Galician mountains, [...]

Uwalk Wins 2024 Irish Travel Industry Award Irish owned Camino specialists Uwalk.ie beat off stiff competition to take home the coveted award for Best Online [...]

Camino specialist Diane Potter of Uwalk.ie has enjoyed walking a variety of routes along the Camino de Santiago. From walking solo to travelling with groups, [...]

Portugal’s southernmost region draws millions to it every year. Most foreign tourists come for the beaches, the golf resorts, and the gloriously shimmering weather that [...]

Travelling solo along one of the exciting Camino de Santiago routes doesn’t mean you’re alone - far from it. Walking the Camino is an intensely [...]

Welcome to Galicia. You’ve undoubtedly heard about the independence movements of the Catalans and the Basques, along with their fierce pride in a culture that [...]

Porto can be a hard city to leave. With a great variety of excellent food on offer, delicious wine drawn from the nearby Douro region, [...]

The Camino ‘Paperwork’ – All you need to know about Stamps & Certificates As you begin your Camino there will no doubt be many thoughts [...]

Sat far away on the distant horizon, the great spires finally appear. For those who have been walking for days, weeks or even months in [...]

The Camino de Santiago unquestionably involves plenty of walking and probably the odd spiritual, religious or profound moments along the way, but that doesn’t mean [...]

After a day walking, with your feet sore and your stomach rumbling, it’s only natural to want to kick back at the end of the [...]

Tired feet, blisters, aching shoulders - that desire to simply sit down and call it quits. For many, walking the Camino de Santiago remains a [...]

Siobhán is a Chartered Physiotherapist and former Irish International Athlete.  She was Head Physiotherapist to BLE/Athletics Ireland for more than 20 years and worked with athletes [...]

For those choosing to walk the Camino de Santiago, whether in its entirety or smaller sections, you will often find yourself following a rough pattern [...]

One question that is constantly debated before, during and even after walking the Camino is whether it’s better to do it alone or with others [...]

As a late life convert to the “sport“ of walking I was particularly energised by the positive statement of leading USA athlete Ann Green when [...]

The Camino is much more than a spiritual walk, it is often described as a gastronomic journey worth enjoying. In many of the towns and villages, pilgrims [...]

Many people walk the Camino de Santiago for religious reasons, but many others do it simply seeking a challenge and are there for the experience. [...]

“More than just a pilgrimage, the French Camino is a unique social and cultural experience, and a truly memorable adventure” The Camino Frances is the [...]

2021 will be a very special year to walk the Camino to Santiago with Uwalk.ie as it is considered a ‘Holy Year’. This is a [...]

Walking Holidays Become ‘de Rigueur’ as Bookings Increase!     As travel opens up as we enter the post-lockdown world more and more people are [...]