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5 great reasons to join a Camino guided tour

If you have been thinking about embarking on a Camino journey for a while but you weren't sure whether to join an organised group or 'doing it alone', here are

Preparing for the Camino de Santiago

Walking the Camino is a manageable challenge that is achievable for most people, however preparing for the Camino de Santiago physically is important for your journey to be as enjoyable

Travel Tips: Top things to do and see in Porto

Whether you are walking the Camino or embarking on a Douro River cruise, you will fall in love with the charms of Porto, Portugal’s second city. Here are our top things to do and see in Porto:

Beautiful cities on the Camino Portugues

The Camino Portugues is the second most popular of the Camino pilgrim routes, stretching for over 600kms heading North from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Today we introduce you to

Essential guide to the Camino de Santiago

Today we introduce you to the fascinating history, routes and symbols of the Camino on a simple and practical essential guide to the Camino de Santiago. What is the Camino

25 special travel experiences for 2025

Looking for travel inspiration for 2025? At JWT Travel we have compiled 25 special travel experiences for 2025: Get your Vitamin Sea refill on a sun soaked Caribbean cruise Tune

Porta Santa: the Holy Door in Santiago de Compostela

The Porta Santa or Holy Door in Santiago de Compostela is a special entrance to Santiago de Compostela Cathedral that is only open to pilgrims during Holy Years, known as

‘I learned how to live with less’ | Student Experience on the Camino

A Transition Year pupil shares her impressions about her student experience on the Camino, walking the last 110km of the Camino Frances with her classmates: "The Camino gave me

Fascinating Camino traditions, rituals and customs

Pilgrims from all corners of the world have travelled to Santiago de Compostela over hundreds of years. As a result, different Camino traditions, rituals and customs have emerged, some of

Top Tips for Walking the Camino de Santiago with a school group

Walking the Camino de Santiago with a school group gives students a chance to learn about local history, culture and religion in a very different and active way, as well

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What is the Camino pilgrim passport or Credencial?

Today we introduce you to one of the most important items you should have with you during your journey on the Camino de Santiago: the ‘Credencial’ or Camino Pilgrim Passport.

What is the Compostela certificate?

What is the Compostela certificate and how can you get yours? Today we introduce you to the fascinating origins of the Compostela certificate and how you can get yours after

What is the Botafumeiro and when can I see it?

What is the Botafumeiro? The Botafumeiro is an impressive ‘censer’ or thurible that measures 1.50 metres and weighs 53kg and one of the most striking rituals at the Cathedral of

When is the best time to do the Camino de Santiago?

When is the best time to do the Camino de Santiago? This is a common question and one with many answers. Most pilgrims embark on their Camino journey generally from

Top 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites you should visit in a lifetime

Would you like to join JWT Travel on fantastic tours visiting the most outstanding UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world? From the Volcanic Galapagos Archipelago, considered a wildlife sanctuary,

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