Best Hiking Socks
I am obsessive about the socks I wear when hiking. These small bits of fabric …
Osprey vs Deuter Backpacks
As a part of our ongoing series of comparing the best backpacking backpacks, we’ve decided …
Kelty vs Osprey Backpacks – Which One is Best
When it comes to backpacks that are lightweight, spacious, comfortable, and secure, the ones made …
The 7 Best Sleeping Bag Brands
From affordable synthetic sacks for music festivals to ultralight goose-down sleeping bags for long-distance trails, …
Best 4 Person Tent
When I go camping for the weekend I want the best 4 person tent for me and my small family. Staying dry is the number one priority, but also keeping out the light is important in the summer.
5 Alternatives to the Pennine Way
The Pennine Way is one of the most famous and most beautiful long-distance walks in …
Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Spain’s northwesternmost region called Galicia (as well as of …
Planning for the Pennine Way
Running from Edale, Derbyshire all the way to the Scottish Borders, the Pennine Way is …
Planning for the Coast to Coast Walk
If you know a thing or two about Europe’s long-distance trekking routes, there’s a pretty …
Down Vest vs Jacket
The first thing most people think of when someone mentions puffy down vests is Michael …
15 Things to do in Santiago de Compostela
Known for being the burial site of the apostle St. James and the ending point of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, Santiago de Compostela is a dream destination for both cultural aficionados and travellers in search of spiritual adventures.
Making Time for the Camino de Santiago
I have been thinking, dreaming, and planning for this for nearly 20 years. I first read about the pilgrimage to Santiago Compostela in a 14th century biography, The Book of Margery Kempe. Margery, a quirky English mystic, took several pilgrimages over the years, including Rome, and Jerusalem. The medieval and ancient concept of pilgrimage fascinated me.
Walking the Camino Frances in Our Retirement
If you can afford and plan to use hotel accommodation, restaurant meals, and luggage carried then this route report is not for you. In our five Caminos between 2006 and 2015, we stayed in albergues, cooked our own or shared meals and carried our own backpacks. Our last Camino we were 72 and 77 years old and it took us 44 days of walking compared with between 30 and 33 days earlier.
14 of the Best Hydration Bladders for Hiking
When it comes to hydration, getting the best hydration bladder is one of the most convenient and reliable solutions.
Planning Rest Days on the Camino de Santiago
For most people walking the Camino de Santiago means a month walking across northern Spain covering about 800 km, (500 miles). So it is not surprising that most of us plan on a few rest days along the Camino.
Below are some of the towns and villages that I suggest are good places to stop for a day and be a tourist instead of a pilgrim.
How the Magic of the Camino de Santiago Changed Me
It is my belief that the Camino always has something to teach us, whether subtle …
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Best Minimalist Sandals – Guide to Barefoot & Running Sandals
The best minimalist sandals only use a few straps and they are made with zero …
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What is a Sleeping Bag Liner?
If there’s a single most underrated piece of outdoor gear, it’s the sleeping bag liner. …
Best Ultralight Sleeping Bags
When you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you often spend nights under the stars. For this, you …
The Ultimate Guide to Poncho Tarps
A poncho tarp might not seem like the coolest piece of hiking and camping gear, …
Iron Flask vs Hydro Flask
Wheather you’re spending days or weeks hiking and camping or just out for a run …
Best Summer Sleeping Bags
If there’s one thing that makes camping and hiking trips appealing, it’s the summer nights …
Should You Walk the Camino Alone or in a Group?
When planning the Camino, we are often faced with a choice of going for it alone or as a part of a group.
Where to Eat on the West Highland Way
As Scotland’s most popular long-distance route, the West Highland Way is teeming with restaurants, pubs, …
How much does it Cost to Walk Camino de Santiago?
The main costs for any of the Camino de Santiago routes are your daily budget on the Camino and getting to and from your start and finish points.
What is Food Like on the Camino de Santiago
Yes, what about food? A question that had not occurred to me before going to Spain and France to start my first Camino.
Softshell vs Fleece
If you are looking for a jacket that is lightweight and thin, you’re probably wondering …
Where to Eat on the Pennine Way
When planning a long-distance hike such as the Pennine Way, figuring out where you can …
The Pennine Way – One of the Greatest, Most Challenging Walks in the UK
The Pennine Way is a famous and challenging long-distance hike in England. One of the …
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