Training for the Camino de Santiago Walk
In an effort to bring you some new voices on Ottsworld, here is a guest post from an Ottsworld reader and traveler Emily Ward. She…
Hiking | Solo Travel | Spain
Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Walk the Camino de Santiago Solo
I laced up my shoes, put on my pack, and let the weight sink into my hips. Am I ready? Am I up for this?…
Hiking | Spain | Travel Gear
The Essential Camino de Santiago Packing List
The Camino de Santiago is the ultimate epic hike. It’s an ancient pilgrimage route to the shrine of the apostle St. James in the Cathedral…
Camino de Santiago: 23 of the Most Frequently Asked Questions
You have made the decision to hike the Camino de Santiago Camino Frances – what next? I bet you have a bunch of questions you…
Postcard from Pamplona
Here’s a little secret, I’m not where you think I am. Do you think I’m in Naples? Surprise, I’m not. In fact, I’ve been to…
Postcard from Santa Domingo Spain
I am so happy to not be walking today. This body has made it 90 miles in 6 days through rain, wind, mud, hail, and…
Postcard from Carrion de los Condes Spain
Most of this week I felt like a cartoon character – the one with the big cloud over my head with rain pouring down just…
Adventure Travel | Featured | Hiking | Spain
Postcard from Astorga Spain
After a lovely break in Carrion de los Condes and getting treated to a scrumptious steak dinner from a retired doctor from Canada, things could…
Postcard from Sarria Spain
“No one grows old by living, only by losing interest in living.” I left this quote along the trail to inspire others this week. Yet…
The Camino de Santiago’s Ugly Side
The Camino de Santiago trail is gorgeous – but like any beautiful creature, it also has its ugly moments. It’s easy for you to sit…