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The Most Distant Signposts to Santiago: Waymarkers from Around the World

All over the world, signs point to Santiago – some absurdly far away. A collection of the most distant waymarkers, from Rio de Janeiro to the zero point at Finisterre.

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Becoming a Hospitalero: The Complete Guide to Hosting Pilgrims on the Camino

As a hospitalero you give back the hospitality you received as a pilgrim. What the role really means, how to prepare, what it costs – and a comprehensive, current link list for your next steps worldwide.

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Camino Tiles: The Most Beautiful Waymarkers in Ceramic Worldwide

From Brittany and Switzerland to Santiago: a photo journey along the tiles and azulejos that mark the Way of St. James – and how to read them.

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10 Lessons from the Camino – What I Wish I'd Known Before My First Pilgrimage

What I learned on my first Camino – ten honest lessons, from pack weight to rain jacket, to make your first pilgrimage easier.

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The Last 100 Kilometers of the Camino de Santiago: Significance, Rules, and All Starting Points

The final 100 kilometers are the most famous leg of the Camino de Santiago—the minimum distance required to earn the Compostela. Here’s what it entails, what rules apply, and where you can start it.

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A Tribute to the Washing Machine

A visual journey through the history of the most famous washing machine on all the Caminos.

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