10 Tips for the Camino de Santiago

[@TheJPPrado]

Thank you so much for such great Vlogs. It has lite a massive sparkle in my heart. I can’t wait to go. Hopefully I will be able to do it in may. 🙏

[@raikou244]

Did you manage to do the Camino de Santiago journey? I'm planning to go with a friend on March next year!

[@Test-uj6nh]

Thanks for this video on tips. Will check out your full videos next. What is the best time of year to do the camino?

[@NovoAXginger]

Thank you for the tips! Planning the primitivo next September solo trip so this is super helpful

[@123benny4]

Better in you than on you (in regards to food). A banana literally was enough energy for 10 klms. Thanks for the name of the hiking shoes. I had three pairs: one for steep hikes, another for flatter terrain, and flip flops for relaxing in at your destination. As well, a walking stick is essential. Some albergues were kitchen friendly (easy to cook a meal), others were laundry friendly (where you could wash your clothes) and others were shower friendly (where you could take a shower).

[@revmalika]

Thank you so much for all this great information! Buen Camino.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

You are so welcome!

[@BDETravels]

Thanks for the video. Camino del Norte will be our next adventure. We did Camino Frances and it was a life changing experience. I was filming the route for my channel, but for the Camino del Norte, I will travel lighter. Buen Camino!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

that is a great idea...if i wasn't filming i would try to take a pack weight less than 5kg

[@aurelialuca1310]

Hello! Thanks for your advise! About to the tenth...this year i was on Camino del Norte and i couldn't relax the way i wanted to, becouse, beeng alone and with a small budget, i have always been in a state of vigilance. S-o, i foud out some of limits that i have and, certainly, i've known myself better... Please, the link of Salomon shoes! Thank you, again. 🌈

[@rafaelnunez4725]

you still have the spiritual aura around you, I hope you have find whatever you were looking for at the camino. Buen Camino Amigo!!!!

[@louiselessels117]

Stamps are easy to come by. Most cafes, churches and cathedrals, tourist information places, accomidations, sometimes on the path itself....

[@MastMaulaPuran]

Absolutely fantastic and fabulous 10 great tips. thanks for sharing. big thumbs up and have a happy evening. New friend.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thanks! When are you doing the camino?

[@izadifar]

Thanks a lot. Your Camino vlogs are extremely helpful. I watched all of them. 🙏

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Glad you like them!

[@OscarBedoya-n8h]

Thank you. I love the video. You mention the shoes you used on the Camino. I was not able to find the information. Please share. Thank you.

[@annashalom3977]

Thanks for the tips...so helpful for first timers ..gracias..

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Glad it was helpful! buen camino :)

[@eriknielsen4994]

Super serie, der giver god appetit på at gå en Camino

[@eutrepe03]

After my camino I agree with all tips as I did mostly the same things. About such a bag I have never heard,great idea!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

hahahah! Safe travels :)

[@triothejohnbutler]

Hey man, just wondering what model of Salomon's you show in the video as I can't see the link anymore (perhaps because they are no longer widely available?) I can find many similar types but I like the rugged look of these ones. Cheers

[@julianmontoya8109]

Thanks for the scrubba bag. I had no idea this existed. I will use it on my next camino in 2020. I enjoyed the videos on the northern Camino.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

The scrubba bag works great! If you get the travel kit it comes with a quick dry towel and inflatable hangers that helps dry clothes even faster.

[@esperanzamanjarres9067]

Love your video!

[@louiselessels117]

Tip, opt for snacks with fibre like muesli bars or fruit. Its one thing my general diet lacked, too much white bread was eaten!

[@treefuzz1]

Were there plenty of bathroom stops on each leg of your Camino? Should they bring a small shovel?

[@jcrnda]

I really loved the Camino del Norte scenery. Can you share your GPX file for this Camino? Ideally, it would be much appreciated if Camino highlights and albergues would be also included.

[@leeaston7101]

Is their an airport at Santiago to get bk to the UK thanks

[@lakeushinthesky]

Thank you so much for the video!!!! I would like to do the Camino del norte From Bilbao to Gijon - starting mid October.....is it too late in the year????? Please let me know regarding the daily light and the rain in North of Spain....what is your advice!!!!!

[@justineinvalenciacorontain54]

You are so relaxed, makes me calm listening too😊😉👌

[@tessaferns8839]

Hate the music in the background as it was very distracting. But enjoyed the video.

[@alexvt6733]

Very useful tips - thanks!

[@buencaminodesantiago]

Very interesting! Thank you! Buen Camino!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thanks!

[@rhunl]

Hey, Thank you so much for the video. I found it to be very informative, and a great starting point for planning a trip along the Norte. Hope you don't mind a couple of questions, and a suggestion as well! Firstly - for those walking the Norte having completed the Camino Frances - what would you estimate to be the general split in terms of the terrain you are walking. Eg - my estimate on the Frances would be roughly - 10% tarmac road 20% dirt trail 30% gravel trail 40% gravel/stone road mixed use trail. Obviously, you'll be kind of guesstimating based on memory, so I won't hold you to it. Also, as the Norte is coastal, how did you find the up and down? In terms of my suggestion - you mention footwear. For those planning on using boots, I'd recommend at least 1/2 size if not a full size larger to give space for feet to swell. I'm normally an 11 (UK), and using boots of those size for more than a week gave me horrendous blisters on my first 2 caminos. My third was using trail runners, like your Salomons, and resulted in next to no blisters.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thank you for the nice comment! On the northern route i found that each day there were a couple options...some went along the coast, one stayed closer to the highway passing through small towns, and one route was more inland traversing hills/mountains. I took the coastal route as much as possible. I would estimate 25% pavement(mostly small roads), 70% dirt/gravel trail 5% sandy beach. of the dirt/gravel trail half was shared with cars, the other half was just foot path.

[@helenvwalker7919]

There are indeed a lot of ups and downs. I found it much more demanding to walk than most of the French route but the scenery more than made up for the effort. Stunning! A lot of tarmac minor roads because you just follow the coast around as much as possible. Lots of off road bits too though, through forests etc and some adorable seaside villages along the route.

[@cecillenadela3752]

where did you order the laundry soap and the bag to wash , Thanks

[@CollinKorean]

Ear plugs~ Ear plugs~ Those are essential to survive~ Cheers~!

[@eg348]

Why?

[@Laura-gq7oc]

@@eg348 to spare you from loud snorers or other noisy pilgrims in the albergue

[@eg348]

@Laura thanks for explaining. Yes I eventually copped on from reading comments on different videos :)

[@CollinKorean]

@@eg348 , Yes. You need ear plugs to sleep finely and get fresh ^_^ Sorry for belater reply.

[@eg348]

@Collin lol it's ok, and thank you for explaining :) I was very confused at first thinking... Omg it's so noisy walking this path that you need earplugs! 😕😕 I get it now!😂😂😂

[@jjualvare]

I like the idea of the wash bag for washing your clothes on your trip. Maybe you could make a video on the type of clothes you took with you that is light weight and easy to wash.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

that is a good idea! I was really happy with my choice and it could help others out. Safe travels!

[@sachinsethi5018]

Hi, thanks for your useful videos, they are amazing! My friend and I are planning on walking the camino del Norte in October and I have a couple of queries if you don't mind. Firstly, how many rest days (if any) did you take? And secondly, where did you get the camino passport from?! Thanks.

[@Me-ie3yr]

What time of year did you go? Noticed a lot of rain

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I started October 5th and finished November 8th

[@nomas8515]

Very informative

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chrisdavies8407]

I enjoyed your videos; I am trying to locate or find the type of shoe, specific model, that you used? I plan on doing the Norte this May

[@nathandolenc554]

The Camino Frances has an official office at the beginning in St. Jean Pied de Port. Is there something similar for the Camino Norte? If not, is there an official starting point? Also, is there a place in Irún to get a booklet for stamps?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

There is not an official office. But there is an official starting point in a park next to the border of France. I picked up my booklet/credentials at one of the hostels in Irun. Bueno Camino!

[@miagreen9594]

@@TheTravelVlogger Thank you for such great videos of the Camino Norte.... Can you start halfway and pick up a booklet/credentials from somewhere other than the start. I would like to walk for 2 weeks along the Norte trail. cheers :)

[@yvindhodnekvam6110]

Hey, Thank you so much for the video. I was wondering where you got the credentials? Our plan is to stay in albergues, but we will start the hike in Santander, so it would be nice to know where we can get a hold of it.

[@akbunny5221]

Awesome.....!!

[@ramonluber4666]

How is the security during your camino?

[@CarlosRodriguez-ox3bg]

Great video. Thank you

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Glad you liked it! thanks!

[@GABRIELE-ol7jo]

Mitico , senti qual è il sentiero piu bello e migliore da fare in ottobre inoltrato?grazie mille

[@santbr]

I so want to do the camino, to celebrate my 35th birthday and my rebirth (some amazing transformation happened in my life). But to be honest I am kinda worried and scared if my body will take it and getting lost. You did the camino in which month of the year? Your video is amazing, really important information. Thanks for sharing that!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

You can do it. Just go at the pace you feel most comfortable....there is no wrong or right way to do the camino. I did it in October 2018

[@NovoAXginger]

Also, what is that laundry device called again?

[@pareshmaniar2358]

Enjoyed the Irun to San Sebastian stage. We are booked to do the San Sebastian to Bilbao route mid-May. We would like to do the Irun to San Sebastian stage, though can't find the transport early enough to get to Irun. Is it possible to do the stage from San Sebastian to Irun and take the train back to San Sebastian to start the main journey the following day? Thanks -

[@andrewstrange6570]

I understand you can also do the route on a bicycle is this correct? I'm nearing 70 and this way would be less impact on my old knees. I can walk and know I'd have to push the bike up some of the trails but I ain't getting any younger. I've done a lot of walking in the Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa for over 40 years and the trails are not as smooth as I've seen on this pilgrimage and far less populated and you get the extreme heat and sudden and sometimes dangerous thunderstorms so I think I'd cope but its a long way to travel from SA to not make it. Comments please.

[@heidiwagner8267]

I hope you give it a go. I haven't done it yet but have been watching a ton of videos on the subject. One was a father/ son and it was the son that had problems with his knees/ feet and hiked way behind his dad.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

You can do the trip on bike, but it is a little different route.

[@andrewstrange6570]

@@TheTravelVlogger thanks for the input, I'll investigate it more. I've now seen the movie The Way with Martin Sheen and in one of the scenes some people ride past on bikes and the Dutch chap that joined Martin Sheen and got quite annoyed that he could have done it on a bike. Our other alternative is to have our bags carried on to our next stop which will take much more planning.

[@MiesHeerma]

Thank you for this video, very helpful ! I wonder if you have a full packing list of the stuff you brought somewhere. I love the idea of bringing only 5 kg.

[@MiesHeerma]

I am actually specifically also interested in what raincoat you brought.... want to buy a good one for a change but not sure which one is good.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thanks! I took 3 pairs of underwear, 3 pairs of socks, 2 shirts, 1 longsleve shirt, 2 pair of pants(1 to hike in 1 to wear after hiking). tooth brush and toothpaste. And lots of camera gear.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

it was from patagonia h2no. A good rain jacket is worth it's wait in gold so don't skimp here. Buen Camino :)

[@MiesHeerma]

@@TheTravelVlogger Thanks for your reply, I got this Columbia, OutDry™ Ex Featherweight Shell . Up till today I was pleased with it, its really comfy to wear, real light, also nice just as a coat when its not raining. However today I was on a long hike and it rained a lot.... well it turned out the raincoat didn't keep the water out as much as I have wanted too.... must say the weather was quite extreme today. But well still had a good hike ;)

[@QuizMN]

Awesome videos!👍 on this route going through the mountains, is climbing equipment requiered?

[@lelia943]

Your videos are very informative and objective. Congrats! I m planning walk 500 kilometers. I m not sure about walk all those 850 kilometers, so which city do you suggest for start?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

thanks! Start at the beginning, this way you will come back to finish the rest. Or skip Cantabria...it is nice, but it had the most amount of walking on concrete of the 4 regions. Buen Camino!

[@scottmcdonald1139]

Binge watched the videos a couple of nights ago and they were great! How much English was spoken by the other Peregrenos on the Notre? I thought I read somewhere that it was mostly Dutch and German, would a solo traveller that really only spoke English be out of place? Thanks!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Hi Scott, I met a 2 frenchmen, some germans, spanish and Native english speakers. I had no trouble speaking english, but this route is not as popular as the French route. so if you are looking to meet lots of people I would suggest doing the French Route as it is the most popular.

[@leonardor5542]

Hi, fuet and these kind of meet requires a lot of water to be processed in our body, so be aware when you eat it you´ll be thirstier than usual.

[@sircharlitos]

Thank you for the video! Lots of useful information. I hava a question, did you carry a lot of cash or is it better (and easy) to use credit cards? I don't know if in the little villages will be a problem to pay with a card.

[@margot5796]

could you camp along the way? Thank you for this very informative video:)

[@amitaisommer8211]

If for some reason I need to stop my trip, are there buses or any other public transportation along the countryside that I can take to a big city ?

[@FABM27]

Did your shoes last a 1000 km????

[@ekins.8818]

thanks for all information and thanks for the video. I have a question There are campsites during the travel. Can i camp there instead of staying hostels? Respect from Turkey

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Glad you liked it! Unfortuantely there are not too many campsites. technically camping is illegal but i met a few hikers that used tents and had no problems. good luck :)

[@justbob4731]

Very informative. Thanks

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thanks Bob! When you planning to do the camino?

[@justbob4731]

@@TheTravelVlogger I am leaving just to vacation in Spain and France in August. I am going to do another camino next May, this time i will do the Portuguese route from Lisbon

[@hagendf]

It would be an awesome bikepacking route.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I totally agree! love bikepacking too :)

[@andrewstrange6570]

I've just asked if it was possible! It's less impact on my knees. And you can still stop and look at the views and walk a little and chat along the way.

[@egleskramtaite5834]

Hey did you take your laptop while in Camino?

[@cabus01]

Hello Did you have any problems with dogs? Thank you

[@nirish25]

Where did you start on the north route? Did you start in irun? If so where in irun? Is there a pilgrim office in irun like there is in st Jean pied de port on the Francis route?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I started in Irun, there is a small bridge that connects France and Spain. I do not think their is a pilgrim office in Irun, i did not find one, but this does not mean there is not one. What do you need the pilgrim office for?

[@justbob4731]

@@TheTravelVlogger No Oficina de Peregrino en Irun.

[@edwardb7150]

Hi! Is early April ok to do this, weather wise? It’s my only chance.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

weather is a funny thing, as you never know what it will do. I would feel totally comfortable starting in April.

[@ShaschaZolochevskaya]

Sorry I dont have time now, but I like it enyway!) Like up!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

no worries...it is a long one :)

[@joshstone4786]

Very good series! I've never seen a scrubba bag, I think that's an excellent suggestion. Did you meet anybody hiking it with a dog? I'm planning to hike the same route of the Camino with my dog and I'm curious if you have any insight to offer. Are there many places to camp along the route?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thanks Josh! I'm sure you can do it with a dog, but i am afraid i have no knowledge on how to complete the hike with a dog. I sure if you google search it you will find some info. Good luck and buen camino!

[@kevinmorris8744]

Seen several pwolle with dogs many alburques will list if they are pet friendly..

[@kevinmorris8744]

People......

[@dgale1023]

one question please what liter in size would you say small backpack is? You mentioned it I just wondered. Thanks so much for all your vids, really appreciate it

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I would say under 30 liter is small for a hike this distance. i would love to do it with a 15-18 liter small backpack with camel pac

[@robfulano2552]

The music is annoying.

[@deidrekibbie7129]

Enjoyed the videos very much! Planning my trip for september 2020. Did you use a guide book to plan trip and if so do you have a suggestion on which one is best?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I did not use a guide book, cause i didn't want to carry the extra weight. All of my resources were found online. Found most of them by google searching "Camino del norte" + route or albergue

[@andrewstrange6570]

I'm guessing you didn't make it for September 2020. Have you rescheduled?

[@charlaaye5621]

Hey, I know nobody likes self-advertising, but I just released a new travel film about my trip through the Camino de Santiago and would really appreciate if you tell me what you think about it, it's my best one yet!

[@79cfonseca]

I suggest using the alltrails app. It can be use with airplane mode with access to mileage, elevation and gps

[@JoseHernandez-gi3wj]

Hello my friend, thanks a lot for the info, i have a question, how long it takes to do Camino del norte?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Hi Jose. Hope it can help you on your camino. It depends on how fast you want to walk. I did it in 34 days but could probably have done it in 30. In my opinion you would have to be in excellent shape to do it in less than 30 days...and with a small backpack.

[@JoseHernandez-gi3wj]

@@TheTravelVlogger thanks for answering my questions ,i have another one! i worked so is there a shorter Camino? lets say like a 15 days camino

[@lookingforhappiness2]

@@JoseHernandez-gi3wj You could do Primitive camino, I haven't done it but It is arround 10 days the complete way, it goes from Oviedo to Santiago. It is not as popular and might be a bit less marked but has lots of nature. We usually in Spain Dont have so many time to do complete caminos so just start in a closer city when walking francés way or Norte way. To get the compostela you just need to complrte 100km walking or 200km biking

[@katerinamartincova9863]

Hi. Thanks for this video. 🙏 I have one question...😄 The scrubba.....only the bag or buy the kit with hangers? 🤔 Whats your opinion? Thanks for your answer. K.

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I used the hangers quite a bit.

[@roamingrucksack]

Shoes will make or break you on the Camino

[@andersnrregren9087]

Roaming Rucksack Lol than il break cus i dont have shoes and i start walking in 3 days

[@ditasanchez6296]

Thank you for your tips man, this is what I needed to know, cos I am also thinking to do Camino at least once in my life, at least part of it. But I know I can be difficult person sometimes, I don't like crowds and like my privacy (doesn't mean I'm bad or unfriendly, actually I am very caring and love to help people), so I wouldn't like to sleep in those hostels with so many people (maybe once for experience) and I would like to do it in my own pace, without any plans like today we have to do 20 and next day 40km... I like to be independent and my own boss. I call this idea "my private Camino". I was wondering if would be possible to "do it my way", but definitely I'll try one day 😊

[@shaileshmathews4086]

❤️Due to 4 reasons One day I 'll do the "CAMINO DE SANTIAGO " If the God allows . ❤️I am a part time musician from India, plays English songs of good old England . ❤️1.Interest in medieval European history ❤️2.Interest in country life not poisoned by left liberal politically correctness. ❤️3.Interest in the legacy of Spanish /Norman christian pride. ❤️4.Above all ....the spirituality which leads to Jesus Christ our lord & savior.

[@christianracle4796]

Sorry but your propaganda has nothing to do with the Spirit of Camino. Un peregrino.

[@shaileshmathews4086]

@@christianracle4796 Sorry :It is the propaganda of "the truth" that each and every European must know.

[@drealinaphotography5956]

Where’s the info for the shoes?

[@pilgrimky]

Hey, How well marked is the Del Norte?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

There are a ton of markers...but that does not mean from time to time you zone out and accidentally go the wrong direction for a few minutes.

[@justbob4731]

@@TheTravelVlogger Absolutely correct !

[@ElroyDPenha]

Are walking sticks helpful

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I didn't use them, but I know many people that like them

[@KatandzR]

Ty ☉

[@IanMKatz]

Great tips. Thanks. You might want to lose the music while talking. It’s a bit distracting and competes with your advice.

[@MsHutieu]

❤️

[@keaneyoga1170]

the scrubba bag is $55 on amazon

[@TheTravelVlogger]

I used this thing two days ago, and am planning to use it a lot more once I finish my van conversion. Love this product.

[@tomstroo4429]

thex

[@LondonPower]

most important is the shoes and the second most important don't go there summer time

[@jebushinjamonk]

How much your entire total budget spent in Euros on Camino del Norte?

[@TheTravelVlogger]

without airfare...around 1500. But you could easily do it for under 500 if you are thrifty.

[@apaul1305]

Thanks Brion for your wonderful videos about the camino which we very much enjoyed! We did the "Norte" in September 2019 on bike, which also was a wonderful experience (www.komoot.de/user/anjop)! Unfortunately we can't reach your website anymore: thetravelvlogger.com/? What happened to it? All the best for further hikes!

[@TheTravelVlogger]

Thanks! Currently the website in under construction. I want to change the format...still unsure to what.

[@johnavery5384]

Best Camino App is TrailSmart.

[@mvleblanc]

You are so cute!

[@michaelthatcher3825]

5 kilos is not possible......but less than 10 is mandatory. Having your bag delivered forward is cheating. They could not do this in the 11th century!

[@andrewstrange6570]

Really, where does it say that this is an 11th century pilgrimage? I've seen people pushing a wheelchair and having luggage forwarded. People doing it on their knees. And you can be guaranteed that in the 11th century noblemen went on horseback as you can still do. It's not restricted to catholics alone.

[@summerbreeze836]

Bed Bugs?????😣😣😮😮

[@evasantana499]

Bathrooms???

[@TheTravelVlogger]

pick a tree, hahahha. plenty of cafes/restaurants along the way.

[@clairejohnson7809]

She-wee Eva is the way to go I imagine

[@andrewstrange6570]

If you're worrying about bathroom or toilet facilities maybe you should think again. Haha. But always carry environment wet wipes.

[@estellagutierrez4615]

Didn't care for the 🎶 I would of rather heard yo...

[@eduardomg4066]

I deleted my comment because I have rethought about it and I don’t want to sound impolite. I do apologize. Maybe in your case uptalk is not so strong, I would try avoiding a rising pitch at the end of the sentence. I am not a native Speaker, just a linguist. Greetings from Pamplona and nice video anyway.

[@EsaiasP]

That whistling on your speaking is very annoying. I could not finish the video.

[@natashalion8028]

Thanks. Great info.