The aim of this paper is to present the interdisciplinary research project entitled “Georgiana G. King: The Way of Saint James (1920). The first … Georgiana G. King: The Way of Saint James (1920). The first learned guide on the Camino by a pioneering American woman scholar I’m happy to share the work of this […]
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New Camino Book!
Do you fancy a quieter, more contemplative walk to Santiago de Compostela? More calming, embracing the solitude, and using your skills. Consider walking in winter then.
La villa de Estella, “great trading centre” de la Europa medieval
Aymeric Picaud visita Estella y la cita en su guía del Códice Calixtino. Georgiana señala que al monje francés le gustó “the cooking” y “he praised … La villa de Estella, “great trading centre” de la Europa medieval
What Is Your Obligation?
When I came back home with my very first Compostela, I went to Mass not far from my office and asked the priest after Mass to hear my confession. I was completing a circuit that had started on Christmas Day 2010 when I flew from New York to Madrid to catch a bus to Sarria […]
After the Camino – What Now?
I’m home from walking the Camino. Now what do I do?!
Buen Camino! Tips from an American Pilgrim
New BOOK Notice! Not a guidebook, no maps, no long-winded legends or history – just lots of stories and helpful suggestions to anyone planning their first Camino or just waiting to go back. Geared toward American Pilgrims, this book is a must-have, must-read. It’s the perfect companion to your standard guidebooks, like John Brierley, the […]
What is Breakfast Like on the Way to The Abbey?
I am spending a week volunteering at the restoration of a 12th century fortress on the Camino de Santiago just outside Pamplona in the magnificent countryside of Navarre. I greet passing pilgrims who walk by while the new owner of the property works on the project. They are on their way to Santiago de Compostela […]
Greeting Pilgrims at The Abbey
Pilgrims start arriving right at sunrise – probably before! We leave each day from Pamplona at 7:15 or thereabouts, arriving just a few minutes later to open the church and start working, I’ve got the easiest job ever! I speak to passing pilgrims and welcome them to The Abbey, escorting them into the church […]