8 Walking Holiday Tips

Walking the Camino. Photo credit: CaminoWays.com.

Planning a walking holiday to the Camino or another destination? Walking and cycling travel company CaminoWays.com shares these smart Camino walking holiday tips.

Here are 8 Walking the Camino Tips:

1. Get walking. “The best form of physical preparation is walking. Head out on some walks before you leave as this will help to build stamina and ensure you’re in the best condition possible.”

2. Bring the right gear. “It is important that your shoes have been well worn-in. Also, weather can have a huge impact on the items you will need to bring so make sure to check the weather before you set off and pack the appropriate clothing.”

3. Select the right route for you. “The most popular route is the French Way which stretches 800km from Saint Jean de Port to Santiago de Compostela however, you can choose to start your Camino at any point along this trail.”

4. Travel at your own pace. “Make sure you take the time to find your own walking pace and don’t feel pressured into trying to keep up with everybody else.”

5. Know the history. “It’s always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the culture and discover interesting stories about the places you will be visiting before you set out.”

6. Practice the language. “Learning some words of the local language will help make the journey a lot easier! Being able to understand even just a few words will mean that you can read signs and interact with the locals.”

7. Select the season. “Choosing the right season is an important part of planning any Camino trip. Spring and Autumn are two very popular seasons to go as the weather is not too hot.”

8. Bring your camera. “There are many wonderful things to see and people to meet along your journey that you will undoubtedly want to remember forever so a camera really is absolutely essential!”