Is a walking holiday sustainable? Our responsible travel tips

Is a walking holiday sustainable? The short answer: it depends. In this article, we look at why a walking holiday is often considered a sustainable option, where the caveats lie, and how you can actively make your own sustainable walking holiday choices more intentional and responsible. Walking holidays have become increasingly popular as part of [...]
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Camino de Invierno: a quiet alternative route to Santiago

The Camino de Invierno is one of the lesser known routes to Santiago, yet it holds a quiet charm that many walkers fall in love with – including the team of WAW Travel, that’s why we now have this adventure available among our Caminos. Its name means Winter Way, a reference to the historic detour [...]
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Public holidays in Spain 2026: Important tips for hikers and pilgrims

Public holidays in Spain can significantly impact your journey, whether you're hiking across the country or embarking on one of the famous Caminos. In this article, we look at the most important public holidays in Spain in 2026 and what they mean for walkers, as the country celebrates numerous national and regional holidays throughout the [...]
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Walking the Camino Portugues route: should you walk inland or along the coast?

Camino Portugues route dilemma: inland or coastal route? Many walkers face the same question: should I take the Camino Portugues route inland or follow the coast? The Camino Portugues actually offers two main routes: one through the inland countryside and one along the coast. And these two paths are very different experiences. The two routes split [...]
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New flights on the Camino from summer 2026

Great news for Camino walkers! New flights on the Camino have been introduced for the summer season of 2026. From the Netherlands, between the Spanish cities of Santiago de Compostela and Amsterdam, and between Oviedo and Amsterdam. These routes are available for booking from 16 December 2026. But our walkers from Ireland can also enjoy [...]
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