Camino de Santiago Tips

[@StefanieHurtado]

Watch my finished Camino Documentary here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2PQo5Wehc10iaM 🤗🤠

[@AnneWest]

Thanks for your tips...you're the first one I've heard say not to get too personal too quickly...makes a lot of sense

[@StefanieHurtado]

Thank you Anne! ❤️

[@hilarymac3706]

As a regular Camino pilgrim - I can say that your advice is just excellent!

[@StefanieHurtado]

Thanks so much! 🤗

[@DeadbeatfanzineScotland]

Fantastic tips Stefanie, and another great contribution to the camino vids. I find 'dont plan' is so important to me too. I'll share a couple of my mad tips or mantras. Drink water dont carry it. I always have a 2L bottle in my hand, never in my pack. Guzzle as much as you can and never pass a fountain. It doubles me over when people climb out of Puente la Reina and make their way to the fountain just before Maneru to empty a bottle or two of water and fill with fresh stuff. If i've had a lot of wine the night before I'm often sat there 10 minutes or so and get to wind up any of the camino friends I've made. Did you really just carry 2kg of water up that hill !! Dont be daft, drink it dont carry it. My second tip usually follows and is the bag and the pinkie test. I joke all the time to fellow pilgrims. I try to lift their bag with my pinkie finger and chuckle or roar in laughter if I fail. Somehow we are always much more open to observation once we're walking but I think Your 'dont bring' will be much appreciated by many first timers. Roncesvalles hosts a treasure trove of useful gadgets people thought they'd need. I often thought you could cross the pyrenees with next to nothing and just pick up abandoned stuff for free in the Albergue lost not found. My last mad tip is buy a football and kick it all the way to Santiago. I have done it a few times when I've been on my own and I get it signed by all the pals I meet. I never thought it would be as much fun. I love the camino and as busy as it gets there's still enough local knowledge that lets you stay in places others will walk through as the schedule is the schedule, no matter how hard they try. I stopped in Cardenuela Rio Pico with the ball and a local lad wanted me to play. It turned out he was the son of Miriam, the owner and probably about 7. I was exhausted and thought ok, just gentle passes, but somehow it ended up in the rio Pico! it is a wee stream so we recovered it and now this boy is 18 and its just such fun every time I stop there. I always stay there and its great to see them every year, or sometimes twice a year. Needless to say he towers over me now so no dribbling or tackling. Serendipity I always go back

[@StefanieHurtado]

Wow, this was so fun to read! Thank you for taking the time to share! Absolutely love your story about the family in Cardenuela Rio Pico 💖 It shows the value of doing to same trail over the years. That's so special!

[@elsienorback7689]

I watched your Camino 2 hour plus vlog, and it was amazing!! I truly enjoyed it and it encouraged me to take the Camino trip in the next couple of years. I've been thinking about it the past 5 years, but have a real need to do it sooner than later.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Aw that’s great! Thank you so much 🤗❤️ Buen Camino!

[@carmenpeguero2493]

Hello Stefanie, thank you so much for your tips. You have inspired me to do the Camino. I’m planning to do it next year. I’m going to be 70 yrs. young this year, and I would like to do it while I have the strength. I’m really looking forward to it. Once again, thank you for being such am inspiration. Please be safe and happy.

[@irina1267]

Ого, вы большой молодец!👍 Я желаю Вам удачи на Камино!🙏🤗

[@StefanieHurtado]

Ahhhh this just made my day 🥲 Thank you for sharing!! I'm so excited for you!

[@timbull6283]

I whole heartedly agree with you about walking to Finisterre. The first view that you get of the bay is stunning. I did it last year on my own, total enjoyment.

[@nancycompagnie6500]

I just got home 2 days ago from my 3 month camino, walking from Belgium through France and Spain. After Santiago i walked to Muxia and Finisterre...i totally agree...DON'T SKIP THE MESETA 🙂 I loved it;

[@StefanieHurtado]

Woahhhh you are so strong, that's amazing!! 👏🏼 🥳 How does it feel to be home after such a long Camino?

[@nancycompagnie6500]

@@StefanieHurtado oh, now i see you read it here 😆 Well, i'm still in denial a bit 🙂

[@StefanieHurtado]

@@nancycompagnie6500 haha yes! And that is normal to be in denial. Keep the Camino spirit alive as long as you can 😊 it fades after a while, unfortunately, and then we have to go do another Camino 😂 but since you did a really long one I hope you have it 3 times as long 💖

[@nancycompagnie6500]

@@StefanieHurtado already thinking about the next one 😁

[@jillpannill2578]

I think this might be the single best video on The Way. I got choked up when you said walk to Finesterre. I’m doing my first Camino in September- it’s been a dream of mine since I read The Camino, a Journey of the Spirit by Shirley MacLaine. So in a few months I’ll be living my dream 28 years after reading that book. Thank you Stephanie for “getting” what a pilgrimage is about.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Thank you so much! And thanks for sharing. I hope you have a wonderful Camino! Your story/inspiration is similar to a woman I met on my last Camino, Christiane. She mentions the Shirley Mcclaine book, which I have on my shelf but still need to read! Christiane’s interview is at the end of my documentary I just posted 🥰 Best of luck to you ✨

[@jillpannill2578]

Thank you Stephanie!

[@michaelgrace5270]

Totally agree with Stefanie. For most people on Day 1 out of SJPdP, it's best to stay at either Orisson... or Auberge Borda. Borda is 1 km after Orisson - we stayed there in Sept 2022 and can recommend. Good food, wine, and connected with other 1st time pilgrims. Reservations are a must.

[@brandrunway]

Your documentary is a beautiful tribute for your dad. He did the good job. I thing that umbrella is a great gear for Camino. In spanish umbrella means parasol ( for sun) so it is perfect to create a shadow and get heat relief. I was on my Camino in 2012 on bike (no shortcuts, same path as walkers) and the sun was a pretty mental challenge for me. I am back on Camino next year. Can not wait for that feel again. Buen Camino!

[@StefanieHurtado]

Aw thank you so much! 🤗 Best of luck to you on your next Camino. Will you go by foot or by bike again?

[@brandrunway]

@@StefanieHurtado Thank you. I will go by bike again. Cycling is my passion. I can't get out of my life for more than a month to walk. I know it's different, but every evening I met amazing people and every meeting was not accidental, like yours during one stage under the trees. Deep conversations about faith and life.🙂

[@StefanieHurtado]

@@brandrunway Yes, that's great! I love cycling too. One of the people I interviewed in my documentary was traveling by bike :) Carlos! I had great conversations with him on multiple occasions. Buen Camino! ✨

[@rickcross1416]

Totally agree with the Umbrella. I've done 3 camino's now. Always take an umbrella.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Yesss umbrellas are so uncommon on the Camino but soooo helpful!

[@amyrullo549]

Love your videos…going at the end of May solo first time 63 yrs old! ❤

[@StefanieHurtado]

Yay GO AMY! Hope you have the best time 💖

[@lindamckelvey7980]

Amy, how was your trip?

[@saara1820]

The tips you share here are very valuable, especially staying at Orisson, booking in the smaller villages at the 100km and communication tips when starting out to meet people. I find all of these tips valuable

[@StefanieHurtado]

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[@posterestantejames]

I too, felt that the most challenging, the most rewarding and deeply personal part where my best memories were made was along the Meseta. I was gobsmacked at the energy at the Hospital de St. Anton outside of Castrojeriz. I would never skip the Meseta.

[@StefanieHurtado]

YESSS I'm so glad you agree! I hear such great things from folks who stayed at St. Anton. I'll have to stop there on my next one 🤗

[@theblissfulnow]

I'm sold on the Chacos! :) I just watched your documentary and I am very inspired to walk it in my lifetime. New sub.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Ahhhh THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY 💖 I hope the Chacos serve you well! Hope you get to have your Camino soon!

[@michaeleagles530]

Thank you Stephanie, Your documentary and insight are wonderful and hoping to do this journey alone soon.

[@linfung4297]

We have watched your previous videos & just want to say you have matured & are wiser.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Haha aww thank you! I haven’t noticed yet 😅

[@jabbielyii8736]

Hola.The magic of the camino is in each one of them, no matter how many times you have done them. It is your camino and it calls you. Santiago is always waiting for your return. Ultreia. Buen camino.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Yesss, you are so right! Buen Camino 💫

[@johnestanillo4264]

Beautiful video, inspiring, love the honesty. I’ll be doing the Camino in May 2024

[@StefanieHurtado]

Thank you John! Best of luck to you in May 🥳 Buen Camino ✨

[@ProBioMech]

Another great video. Thanks 🙏

[@wilmabonet5086]

Thank you for your tips. I am walking alone. Of course my family is worried. I will watch this again and write them down.

[@StefanieHurtado]

That's wonderful, Wilma! As long as you stay hydrated, the Camino is very safe :) Best of luck to you! Buen Camino

[@markbudden2500]

Hey pellegrinos n nas. There is an other option instead of orisson. It's called auberge borda, and is only i few ekstra minutes of walking from orisson. Personnally i think it's better then orisson :) and that should be booked in advance aswell :)

[@StefanieHurtado]

Oh amazing! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@dunzhang2211]

Hi, what is the name of the other albergue away from Orisson?

[@dunzhang2211]

Thx for sharing the info

[@mariaarmendariz4772]

Gracias Hare el camino en Septiembre Ya te extrañaba

[@ericsemple4820]

All of your tips / suggestions are excellent. I totally agree with all of them.

[@StefanieHurtado]

Thanks Eric 🤗 Ready to go again?

[@tsi4service]

Hey Stephanie, thx for your great advice and shared experience. Planning my trip to do the Caminos, just a long way from Australia (and accumulating holiday leave). Q. What’s the physical dimension of the Camino passport, would like to not have to fold it. Keep up your good content 👍

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hi William! I just dug it out of the closet for ya! My Camino passport measures 7 inches by 4 inches. Or about 18cm by 10cm :) Buen Camino!

[@JP-tq7ni]

You dont fold it. You roll it

[@jhetvanruyven2009]

Hi Stefanie. Thank you for sharing your Camino Documentary. Very touching about your Dad, the people you met, the magical encounters, the detailed account of how you feel, the beautiful landscapes,truly inspiring . This Documentary captured the very essence of the Camino. Well done! We just finished are Portuguese Camino (short version) wondering if my hubby would go again. All of a sudden he was in front of the TV watching your Documentary. Camino is calling. . . . Question: What selfie stick did you use and what microphone. In case I get to my next Camino. :-)

[@StefanieHurtado]

Awww wow thank you so much! 🙏🏼🥲 I also would loooove to do the Portuguese Camino! It’s funny how they become addicting. Also funny to imagine my video on a tv 😅 Thanks for watching!! I did not use a selfie stick or microphone for the majority of the Camino Doc. I only used a small Sony recorder for a few of the interviews, but the built in microphone on my little camera was good enough, I didn’t need it. You can find lists of all my Camino and camera gear in the description 🤗

[@emmmiemcd27]

So helpful 💖

[@xpieckax]

Hi! Love your videos in relation to the Camino but this one is really special as I think the tips are very thought out and handy. I'm planning my walk next year in May and it's one of the things that is keeping me alive. You mentioned you have some prints available to buy - where from? 😊

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hiii, thank you so much!! 💖 Sending you so much love! The Camino is such a great gift to give yourself. Apologies on the delay with the print shop! It is now available here: stefaniehurtado.pic-time.com/art/camino1047 🤗

[@FrScottHikes]

Guatemala, I plan to do a similar thing starting at the end of July. I’ve actually mapped out a route from the airport in Guatemala City to Lake Atitlan to Quetzaltenengo. I plan to walk it and it will take about 9 days. Anyway, thank you for this video. It was super helpful. Peace. 👍👍

[@StefanieHurtado]

That sounds like quite an adventure!

[@FrScottHikes]

@@StefanieHurtado well I made it to Lake Atitlan walking but got bit by a dog.😩. kzbin.info/aero/PLx03hwFVUBSzDBaaq3j-r6EyFbDae7QKK

[@kalleostgren165]

Thanks Stefanie! Good stuff. Hi from Sweden! 🇸🇪🥾👍

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hi Sweden 🤗💙

[@Julia-365]

Thank you Stefanie for the great tips. Can you share the model # of the small Sony camera you took with you on the 2nd trip?

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hi Julia! It’s linked in the description 🤗

[@whitneyowens5762]

Hi Stefanie! When you went with your mom, is the advice to not book ahead the same? That route is quite different than this one. How far ahead did you book those lodgings? Thank you ❤

[@StefanieHurtado]

It was a bit different! We booked ahead the first night, then winged it mostly until the last 100km, except for a couple of places we knew we wanted to stay, like Ninho Hostel. I just booked the night before. The last 100km were very very busy!

[@ИринаИрина-т9з1ь]

Стефани, Огромное спасибо за это видео! 🌹 Очень ценные советы!❤ 👍

[@StefanieHurtado]

❤

[@aleishahey]

Hi Stephanie, After you stayed at Orisson did you also stay at Roncsevalle the following day? I have booked Roncsevalle for the first night but I think it might be. better idea to take your advice and start off slower. Just wondering if I should change my accommodation in Ron to the next day or cancel it altogether??Thanks

[@aleishahey]

Actually, I am going in September 2024 and I just tried to book the Orrisson refuge and its booked out. Is this one that you can just turn up at?

[@StefanieHurtado]

This is one you do need to book in advance. There are a couple of other albergues around Orisson that I’ve also heard great things about! I don’t know their names off the top of my head but I def do recommend having a slower start and then staying in Roncesvalles:)

[@really7372]

A cold cerveza will never taste better than after a day walking on the meseta. My song for walking the Camino is the 59th Street Bridge Song, "slow down you move too fast, you have to make the morning last."

[@StefanieHurtado]

Ahhhhh I LOVE THIS 💖 I will happily associate 59th Street with the Camino from now on! And I couldn't agree more about a cold one after a hot physical day. Absolute heaven.

[@NelidaQuiroga-k5k]

Hi Estefania, your tips help me a lot. I would like to ask you when you did El Camino Francés, did you fly from the USA to Barcelona or Madrid?

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hiiii, I'm so glad to hear that!! I flew into Barcelona and took a train to Pamplona and then a bus from there to St-Jean-Pied-de-Port ✨

[@NelidaQuiroga-k5k]

@@StefanieHurtado Thank you Estefanie.

[@isaburke]

thank you so much for this video! i recently decided to do my first camino this year (alone!) and i am wondering if you or anyone else in these comments has any advice about which portion(s) of the camino frances i should do if i only have about 16 days to walk? eventually i want to do the whole thing and not skip the meseta, but i just don't have time this year, and it feels really important to me to do it now rather than wait until next year! i was originally thinking i should just start somewhere that's roughly 12 days from santiago and then maybe do finisterre at the end, but based on this video it seems like maybe i could start at the beginning and then skip the middle? i know this is literally contrary to your advice but i do have time constraints and i WILL go back and do the whole thing :) thanks!!!

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hmm if I were you I’d do the Portuguese route. I believe it’s about 10 days from Porto. But if you’re set on the Frances this year, I suggest starting in St Jean :)

[@passionatelifeproject]

G'day from Australia. I've been wanting to do the Camino for so many years, and yes, I would be travelling solo. I loved your Doco BTW. When you arrived, did you only bring carry on luggage? (ie. your backpack) I struggle with travelling light 🤦‍♀️ Also, what months did you do the Camino? Not sure it was mentioned in your doco (or maybe I just missed it).

[@StefanieHurtado]

Aw hi Australia! 🤗🥰 I did both my Caminos in August/September, but will opt for a cooler time of year next time. I did only bring the backpack you see in my Doc and gear videos. Luckily you don’t need much on the Camino. If you’d like to bring more, you could pay to send bags ahead to your hostel each day, but then you have to plan out exactly where you’re going.

[@trinitycox764]

Hello! Thank you for sharing your wisdom from the camino! Do you have any advice on how to get back to the airport after you have finished the walk? Or, do you have any suggestions on where I can find more information on it? I appreciate any advice you can lend!

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hello! My first Camino, I took a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid. On my second, I took a bus from Santiago to Porto. I also had friends who took a bus to Madrid. I think there are many options :)

[@trinitycox764]

@@StefanieHurtado thanks!

[@PVLocalFirst]

maybe submit your long form documentary to the telluride mountain film festival.

[@stevegould9803]

Hi Stephanie, question for you. I’m 67 thinking about doing the Camino. Am I to old to stay and fit in at hostels?

[@StefanieHurtado]

Hi Steve! Not at all! There were many people in their 60's and 70's in the hostels :)

[@stevegould9803]

@@StefanieHurtado Thanks Stephanie!

[@mandamarie4278]

I'm walking the camino del norte this coming June! I don't know Spanish - do you think this will be an issue?

[@StefanieHurtado]

It’s always good to brush up on the basics 🤗

[@Ascot89]

Amazing videos & you seem to be a beautiful human being :)

[@StefanieHurtado]

That's very sweet, thank you so much :)

[@lizilachman6809]

How many days did it take you to walk from Santiago to finnestera? Planning my trip for aug/sept this year.

[@StefanieHurtado]

3 days! You can see the breakdown of my days (towns and distance) in the description of my Camino Documentary 🤗

[@shenazwahid2863]

Is it wise to go for the camino without preparing? I work out for an hour everyday. But I’m not sure I’m ready for the Camino. Should I wait or should I simply go?

[@StefanieHurtado]

I suggest doing walking training if you aren't already! You're already more active than I was before both my Caminos 😅 but because I live in NYC, I have a lot of walking built into my daily life (sometimes 5 miles a day). I personally benefited from a handful of training days where I would walk 8-10 miles in the shoes I planned on doing the Camino in. Buen Camino!

[@shenazwahid2863]

@Stefanie Hurtado thanks for taking the time to reply ❤️ I’m thinking of training for a month. Any creative suggestions to deal with the snoring?

[@n7p411]

I've noticed someone missing from your videos😳

[@heathersmith9032]

Stare into the camera - it might seem weird to you but it is better for the viewer.