Part of the Portuguese Camino de Santiago, the Spanish city of Pontevedra has Roman origins, plenty of traditions and amazingly old buildings but it is also a vibrant city waiting to be discovered. The city’s historical centre is now completely pedestrian,...
While the ancient pilgrim trails through Portugal and Galicia to Santiago de Compostela were developed by walkers, the good news for cycling enthusiasts is that it’s also possible to cycle the Camino.
Whether you opt to follow the Coastal Way, the...
While Porto is known for its popular tourist spots, hidden gems still await discovery. Explore secret places with rich history, nature, and stunning views, offering a unique perspective on the city beyond the well-known attractions....
There are various standards of accommodation along the Way of St. James, ranging from public pilgrim hostels to luxury historical hotels....
The Douro Valley in Portugal is the epicentre of the Alto Douro wine region. Largely made up of endless hills, shaped into terraced vineyards through centuries of manual labour, its unique blend of natural and manmade characteristics have earned the UNESCO...
Since the miraculous discovery of Saint James’ remains over 1200 years ago, people have been making their way across Europe to his tomb in Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in order to pay homage or do penance. The Camino de Santiago...
We walked 145 miles, on the Camino Portugues, from Mosteiro, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain, in 13 days. This being our second Camino (we walked 350 miles on the Camino Francis four years prior) we had every confidence we could successfully walk the...
Portugal is currently in vogue as a holiday destination and deservedly so. It’s a fall-in-love-at-first-sight kind of country that will have you dreaming of your next trip before you’ve even finished the first. Here are just some of the countless reasons...
For many people who choose to follow the Portuguese Camino de Santiago de Compostela, it’s important to qualify for the official certificate issued by the cathedral authorities to prove and recognise their accomplishment. This is called a Compostela and to get one,...
Renovation works are now underway at Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in preparation for the Holy Year in 2021. Until this work is completed, mass will be celebrated in different churches within the historical centre, with the midday pilgrims’ mass taking place...