Walking Man - Life On The Camino

[@lancepeters6497]

Very nice video to watch with a great playlist of music

[@FrScottHikes]

Love the music and humor!! First Class Video.👍💪💪😊

[@deanpreston]

Thanks, Scott. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@alanharvey1448]

Thoroughly enjoyed this. Beautiful photography, but most of all it was great you shared so much of your heart and soul on this wonderful journey. Great music too.

[@deanpreston]

Thanks, Alan. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@peelloper57]

Very beautiful and great music.Thank you very much!!

[@harryrussell2412]

Fantastic.

[@ponderinghiker]

One of, if not the best Camino videos I have had the pleasure of watching... Thank you for sharing your adventure... The music and video along with your narration simply amazing.... Thank You!!! I hope to set out in May of 2022... was slated to do the Camino Frances in September of 2020 but the Covid hit... so I have taken to enjoying others experiences,,, Cheers mate... Buen Camino

[@MrDownhillbike]

Great video, one of the best I seen about “El Camino” very relaxing and great music to go with it 👍🏼 thanks for sharing your Camino

[@deanpreston]

Thank you. I'm so happy you enjoyed it.

[@markm.5756]

Enjoyed your video as a way to look back on what I've just accomplished. Completed my first Camino this week - took 25 days with 10 days rest in between. Finished (July 24, 2019). Really enjoyed this video - for me, starting in June, it was even more beautiful, green, with all the flowers and beauty in full display. Had an oppressive Meseta experience - most days reaching around 40 C - but also among the most interesting and still beautiful. Stunning Navarre - Lush Galicia! Food for the soul. Gifts that last forever. Thank you for making this.

[@deanpreston]

Hi Mark, I'm so glad you enjoyed your Camino. I'm not sure if I could cope with 40C+ days though. 30C was enough for me. When you're out there for 8 - 10 hours a day the body can only take so much. Rest up and enjoy whatever adventure comes next :)

[@yoonhojohnkim3047]

Good and Beautiful! Thank you so much! I am so happy ! from Corea!

[@KristinaAthena]

Great video!!! My son and I are walking the Camino July/August 2020 when he gets out of the Marine Corps and I simply can't wait!

[@deanpreston]

I wish you all the best and I'm sure you will both enjoy what is truly a life changing experience. Buen Camino and let me know how you go.

[@salvatormundi1998]

Perfect Editing , Great Soundtrack ! One of the best Camino Videos about the Camino Santiago 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@bornjuly2133]

Great shots and cutting, buen camino

[@rnw4468]

I m moved when watching this video with wonderful music. Wished I could walk this one day.

[@deanpreston]

You will walk it one day. The Camino is there waiting for you to make that decision that will change your life so don't wait too long.

[@loretabruziene2592]

Thank you! Well done, beautiful video, so much work was put. It was really interesting to watch!

[@loretabruziene2592]

And we are going to Santiago on May 2020 ❤️ Can't wait for it.

[@erikbergstrom6420]

Dean, You did a wonderful job of filming the Camino and your choices of music was excellent. I walked the Camino in Sept 2017 and watching your film brought back many fond memories. Am hoping to walk the Camino again in 2020. Thanks again. Buen Camino.

[@deanpreston]

I'm hoping to get back there late 2019 or sometime in 2020. See you there.

[@deanpreston]

Thanks so much Erik for your comment and I'm glad some of those wonderful memories came flooding back.

[@markwalsh6714]

Loved watching your video. Really great views and chat.

[@deanpreston]

Thanks so much, Mark. I hope it inspires you to walk the Camino one day.

[@markwalsh6714]

deanpreston oh absolutely. It's definitely on the 'to do' list.

[@kashapaishaya2962]

Great music, congrats!

[@tylerperez8755]

My teacher making us watch this for class and I’m not capping

[@tylerperez8755]

Good little film tho relaxing af might have to pop out here soon.

[@MakeBetterStuff]

Nice movie, thanks for sharing. I appreciate the effort you made as a solo traveler to get shots of yourself walking and across a stream on a bridge. Love your music selections. Heads up @ the 23 minute mark... your fly is down! :-)

[@deanpreston]

Thanks for watching and the heads up. Glad you enjoyed the music side of it too.

[@lidiapires704]

What a life changing journey that must have been. Loved the way you shared your emotions as well as the scenery. Thanks for taking us with you. Well done... the journey and the filming!

[@Liz-bs6ch]

I can’t wait to start Mi Camino Portugués on May 8. Backpack is ready for the adventure. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@deanpreston]

I'm sure you will have a wonderful time. Buen Camino and thanks for watching.

[@CaminoAir]

Dean, this is a wonderful video. Thank you. It will either inspire people to undertake The Way, or bring back many memories for those who have already made the journey. Take care and I hope to see more of your work in the future.

[@deanpreston]

Thanks so much and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@alanharvey1448]

Thanks, really enjoyed your pilgrimage along with some great music. Have booked to do French Camino next year. Did a part of Portuguese Camino a couple of years ago which gave me courage and inspiration to tackle this Camino.

[@deanpreston]

I wish you a pleasant journey and let me know how you go.

[@murariufamily]

DeanPreston: Wow @38:17 this trail is super rocky and technical... The AT in Pennsylvania: Hold my beer, son! Just kidding and thanks for sharing your journey. This walk is on the bucket list...

[@deanpreston]

There were definitely times when it was tough on the feet. I hope you get to experience the Camino one day soon.

[@yeskamp]

Thank for sharing your adventure. Felt like we were back there!

[@garyellison830]

Thanks for sharing your journey. The Camino is definitely calling me! Peace and happiness from Liverpool

[@deanpreston]

If it's calling you should go. It's only a one hour flight from Liverpool so there's no excuses :)

[@deanwheeler627]

Excellent. Thanks for sharing. We walked from Saint Jean in 2015. Great memories.

[@deanpreston]

Thanks for watching Dean and I'm sure you would of recognised a lot of the places in the film. I'm so glad I made it through that first day! It felt like it was all downhill from there.

[@del.dotore]

AMAZING soundtrack!!

[@deanpreston]

Thanks Reinaldo. Music was a big part of the camino for me and I'm glad you enjoyed listening to it.

[@joaquggg]

hermoso report a pié de peregrino.... la música es muy buena también...buencamino

[@tornghost]

Holy crap - you walked the whole camino in jeans! Respect!!

[@deanpreston]

Yes, not exactly conventional but I did start wearing shorts towards the end.

[@JohnVianneyPatron]

And with a huge backpack. Thick jackets. You were really kitted out!

[@IllGetThere]

Beautifully documented! Thank you for sharing your journey!!

[@deanpreston]

Thanks so much, Rachelle. I hope you get to experience the Camino one day in the near future.

[@IllGetThere]

deanpreston Thanks so much! I’m booked for September, so very soon! 😊👣

[@jJ-pq4tk]

Hey Girl, we're waiting for your next one Thanx

[@buencaminodesantiago]

Great job!! Thank you! Buen Camino!

[@speedlite_media001]

Excellent stuff

[@yholandesa3627]

Dean, what a nice music, beautiful camera work, I liked a lot they way you filmed the Camino. I'm preparing mine.... 😉😊

[@deanpreston]

You will love it. Take lots of photos and let me know how you go :)

[@deanpreston]

@UCotzYpzBzRZDCAI5axhUAnQ I'm hoping to walk from Santiago to Fisterra maybe early next year or the year after. It takes about a week and I would also like to stay on the coast for a few days too. There is so much to see and do around that area.

Buen vídeo, gracias por compartir, buen camino, un saludo.

[@daliaburgoin2308]

beautiful, I've been wanting to do this journey since the nineties. Your video both excites me and scares me lol.

[@deanpreston]

Don't be scared. It's a wonderful experience. I didn't want to glamorize it too much because it does test you in so many ways but your reward is something that's way beyond anything you'll ever experience.

[@judyhayward431]

I would recommend watching the series that #WorldTowning has made on the Camino about 35 videos in total will all the pros all the cons lots of info

[@Michael_Matthias]

Thank you for sharing. We walked at the end of April in 2014.

[@deanpreston]

I must of just missed you. Buen Camino.

[@thegoldens7056]

Dean, just finished watching your video. Really enjoyed the scenery, the music and your whole Camino experience! I am writing a paper on the walking the Camino and would love to interview you. Please let me know if that would be possible. Thank you!

[@deanpreston]

Hi there, no problem with helping you out. WhatsApp is probably the best way to do it let me know your number and I'll add you. My email is: [e-mail]

[@Joyseeker]

Your pack got smaller and I enjoyed your chronicle. The mystery of the day pack and various walking aids remains. Jeans indeed .... didn't you hear NO COTTON! Oz Marino wool is now the rage.

[@WonsPhreely]

very cool brother! One day I'll give this a shot! I'll bring some vegimite too ;)

[@deanpreston]

I hope you get to do it one day. Just pack your shit and go! It's a wonderful experience.

[@susangerardibrown]

What a wonderful video! Thanks for sharing. Someday I hope to walk the Camino too. I may skip the Vegemite though. :)

[@deanpreston]

Vegemite is actually good for you and has salt in it which helps stops cramping. I can attest to not having one cramp on the whole Camino!

[@jag1870]

Doing my first CF June/July. Great video!

[@deanpreston]

Thanks for the feedback and I hope journey is a great one. Buen Camino :)

[@juliesmith4589]

I am going to do the Camino I've started training for it, I really enjoyed your video and your choice of music. I had to laugh when you pulled out the Vegemite I think I will have to pack 2 tunes,thankyou for sharing.

[@deanpreston]

Thanks for your comment and the Vegemite was great for keeping my salt levels up high and I didn't cramp once :)

[@Speedlite_media]

Respect buddy 😊

[@reyl9228]

Interesting perspective to see how empty the camino was in 2014 compared to the new videos people put out. I know you were a bit of the early season but wow!

[@deanpreston]

Yes, even towards the end there weren't really that many people. I think April is a good time to do the Camino. Summer would of been too hot for me.

[@mikaellindroos1594]

Did it in September 2019.Good video.

[@charliepearton9596]

when I saw the dog at the beginning. I knew it wasn't going to be able to make it comfortably

[@deanpreston]

He was there in the registration office at the beginning and there's a few shots of him on the first day. He's owner was carrying him because his paws were extremely sore. I did hear he made it to Santiago. If anyone knows the owner please let me know!

[@robingore]

Hello, we're watching your video (here in Orlando, FL) ... we're 32 minutes in and you've shown this beautiful church, but I'm not sure you mentioned which town you were in. It was exTREMEly ornate. Please let us know. Thanks

[@Thurland]

That was in the little town of Navarrette - just after Logrono

[@deanpreston]

Thurland is right. There's a town every 5 - 10kms and they usually have a church. This one in Navarrete is about 400 years old I believe.

[@lauriebrandsma7697]

Wonderful Dean!.......The memories are flooding back to me after watching your film. You captured the serenity that we all seek on the Camino. The journey was difficult at times, but so worth the personal reward. I couldn’t help but think of all the extra time and steps that you took in order to get all the camera shots. It’s a hard enough task without having to do all that!......Well done Dean 👏👏👏

[@deanpreston]

Thanks so much, Laurie. I figure I walked an extra 100kms doing all the camera shots and photos! I hope you recognised a few towns and landmarks and I remember you were doing it for your son so I hope things worked out in the end. Buen Camino and enjoy the Europeam summer over there :)

[@CaminoDreams]

Which month did you start the Camino? Guessing April?? I did mine 31st Aug 2017 and loved it. Thanks for the memories - good aussie film!! Oi Oi

[@deanpreston]

I left St Jean on the 1st April and arrived in Santiago on the 6th May. I was back in Santiago January 2020 and walked to Muxia and also walked the last 100km's from Zarria to Santiago. Totally different experience in winter with nothing open but still amazing.

[@KevinCraig1]

I mean, how long did it take you to train that sheep??? Great video. Thanks!

[@deanpreston]

If you've ever seen Crocodile Dundee you will know the answer lol. Thanks for watching.

[@peregrinaciones]

buen camino

[@cornawiese1061]

I've enjoyed your video tremendously! Thanks for sharing this wonderful (and sometimes painful) experience - I've recognised so many places. Me and my husband walked the Camino Frances in 2017 and Portuguese Camino in 2018 ... and yes, it was a life changer! We've dotted down our journey on our blog (www.wetanddustyroads.com) and time and time again, we will "walk" the Camino again by looking at all the beautiful photo's. Thanks again.

[@deanpreston]

I'm glad you enjoyed my Camino Frances and for me too it was a life changer. I was back there earlier this year and walked from Santiago to Finisterre and Muxia which I really enjoyed even though it rained most of the time and was winter. Buen Camino and thanks for watching.

[@kskyring]

Weather looks amazing. And no one around !? What month was this? Thanks for sharing. Awesome video.

[@deanpreston]

All of April and early May. For me it was the perfect time. Summer would of been just too hot.

[@JY-tn4jd]

You must have walked far more distance than the average pilgrim, having to go back to retrieve your camera after each take, no? Love your choice of music.

[@deanpreston]

I probably walked an extra 50 - 100kms overall. Sometimes filming would an extra 2 hours to the day but I'm glad I did it. I have so many great memories and it taught me to just stop and smell the roses more often than not.

[@traveller9292]

12 hrs from SJPdP to Roncevalles, where did you stop Dean LOL I'm older than you an I've done it 3 times now and average 7hrs

[@deanpreston]

Well I was carrying too much weight, there was 4ft of snow in a few places to get through and the wind at times was so strong I couldn't actually walk forward. Plus I did a lot of filming that day which probably added about 4 hours to the total. I did stop and leave a few things in the little hut near the top. Maybe my tripod is still there??? lol

[@asupertramp948]

Hey, really good video man. Can I check, was there any issue with using the music that you've used? Love the soundtrack to it.

[@deanpreston]

Hi Daniel, I made the decision early to use copyrighted music because I wasn't really interested in making any money from my film plus I wanted to use songs I loved and actually listened to on the Camino. You get the standard copyright warnings but there hasn't been an issue so far. As long as you're not using it for commercial reasons there's nothing they can really do. It's news or educational related anyway so I don't think there will ever be an issue. Glad you enjoyed the music. It played a big part in getting me to the finish line.

[@Raydianthearts]

I really enjoyed your video. Amazing! Hoping to do mine starting end of August this year to honour two friends of mine. One who was murdered in South Africa and the other one who died of cancer. I want to make a vow of silence so my prayers are not diluted in chit chat. I also want to fast, only take minimal nutrient and sleep in a tent as I go along. Is that too hardcore? Thank you in advance for your reply.

[@deanpreston]

I'm not sure if a tent is the way to go and I only saw one person with a tent along the way. A bed is only 5 - 7 Euros a night so it's a small price to pay for a bit of comfort but I'm sure a tent is an option. Good luck and let me know how you go. Buen Camino :)

[@markm.5756]

Hi Fabien - great way to honor your departed friends. Just completed Camino Frances this week - met many people honored departed loved ones. Great idea to be in solitude, but also helpful to meet/chat with people along the way, as they too are gifts that often help you heal. Go with the flow, but be mindful of your intentions. I agree with Dean here, best if you check into an albergue for approx 10 euros/night. It's worth a good nights' sleep (with ear plugs to block out the snoring), and nothing like a hot shower at the end of a long day. Your body and feet will thank you. BUEN CAMINO!

[@Raydianthearts]

Mark M. Thank you for your message brother! I have decided not to do it in a tent now. I will most definitely do it several times so I’ll start easy! 🙏🏻

[@davidcrossland9096]

Great video Dean. Fantastic music. I have got most of the tunes you played. I walked the Camino in 2016 and it brought back some happy memories. What time of the year did you walk?

[@deanpreston]

Hi David, I started the 1st April and finished May 8th. Not too hot and I had amazing weather the whole way. Recently went back in Janaury/February this year and it rained the whole time and was really cold but I still enjoyed it. I did Santiago to Fisterra/Muxia and then Sarria back to Santiago. Nothing much open but it still was as enjoyable as my first time on the Camino.

[@davidcrossland9096]

​@@deanpreston nice one. I walked onto Muxia after my camino. Apart from a couple of wet days on the Meseta the weather was fine. That was beginning of May to first week in June and it was a Holy year. Quite a commitment from Oz on your part, take my hat off to you. All the best mate.

[@nonoylopez5197]

camino w/o reflections

[@lqqkitslory]

Really enjoyed that! Loved the music choices! We’re planning to go next year, Covid allowing? 🤞🏼 I’m intrigued, when you were filmed walking away, for example in to the cathedral at the end, who did the filming for you or were you just very trusting and left your camera on the floor?

[@deanpreston]

I just put my camera on top of my small pack and walked towards the cathedral. At that stage I was very trusting and maybe a little naive but you have to have some faith in humanity :)

[@angiereitano9786]

Thankyou for sharing! I am doing the camino in a few weeks Debating on going through from st Jean to Roncesvalle or staying a night in orrison?

[@deanpreston]

Well it depends on a few things. If you walk from St Jean to Roncesvalle directly I would allow at least 8 - 10 hours. There might still be snow about that time of year so that might complicate things as well, especially up higher. I think it's about 32kms all up and it's uphill most of the way so try and travel as light as possible. From memory The Orisson is about 4 hours from St Jean so you may want to keep going depending on how you feel. The first day was the toughest for me because it was really windy, there was some snow to get through, I was carrying too much weight plus I was filming which took up time as well. I left St Jean at 7am and arrived at the albergue in Roncesvalle at 9pm so all up it was about a 14 hour trek that day. I would try and get to Roncesvalle on the first day but it's up to you. Let me know how you go. Buen Camnino :)

[@angiereitano9786]

@@deanpreston thanks for that advice! I am from north Queensland so not sure how I am going to handle the snow and wind! Yeah I am very conscious about the weight of the bag I am trying to pack light as possible. Yes I will try and let you know how I go! Thankyou😊

[@cassyburton6813]

Hi Dean, I have just watched your film 👌🏽 How dis your feet fare throughout your camino?

[@deanpreston]

It's interesting you ask because my feet didn't fare so well and towards the end I was worried I might of done some damage. My problem was the soles of shoes were quite thin and by about halfway I was concerned they wouldn't last to Santiago. If you look closely in a few shots you can see I have tape on the back. I think they were probably a half size too big and combined with too much weight (15 kilo pack) it took its toll. I actually got blisters under my feet towards the end which I think was a result of some moisture getting in at some point. My feet were actually a dull numb for about 6 months afterwards but are fine now. I would recommend getting shoes with thick soles and some gel inserts to absorb some of the pressure. I found the walking poles worked too but I only had those for the second half of the Camino.

[@cassyburton6813]

@@deanpreston Thank you Dean for responding. I really want to do a very long walk but do worry about my feet, thanks for the advice too. I hope your feet experience hasn't put you off future walks😊

[@nirish25]

Great video. I walked the French way in summer 2015. What camera and software did you use? Buen Camino

[@deanpreston]

Thanks for watching. I used a little HD Panasonic and edited using Final Cut Pro 10. Buen Camino :)

[@nevillem668]

I am interested to find out what photography gear did you take on this trip? As I trying to decide for 2020. cheers

[@deanpreston]

Hi Neville, I used a Panasonic HDC HS700 for the video and a Canon 5D for my photography. All up my gear for filming weighed about 3 kilos which was way too much. Now I would just take my Samsung 9+ and do everything on that. The Samsung weighs about 200g! Technology has really changed so much in 5 years it's incredible.

[@nevillem668]

@@deanpreston Would like bring my 60D with 10-18 wide & 17-50 F2.8 lens, but being to feel it impractical. Alternative to buy Sony DSC-RX100 VI or Canon G5 X Mark II camera. I like to get the best quality photos, the nearest I would get with my 60D. I don't think smartphones will make the grade.

[@scooterdmc]

When did you walk Dean

[@deanpreston]

I started on the 1st April, 2014 in St Jean and finished in Santiago on May 7th.

[@leonardbrisendine1717]

@@deanprestonI will be starting my first out of St Jean about May 1st. Hope the weather is better at the start. But prepared to accept whatever happens and trust that the camino will provide. Very excited and enjoyed your presentation. Buen Camino!

[@deanpreston]

I started April 1st, 2014 from St. Jean.

[@JY-tn4jd]

Wonder what happened to that dog?

[@deanpreston]

I know the owner was from Italy and made it to Santiago. I lost contact about 10 days in so after that I'm not really sure what happened but if anyone knows the owner please let me know.

[@charlesmarsh279]

When did you start your walk and how many days did it take to complete?

[@deanpreston]

I started on the 1st April, 2014 and finished on the 7th May. I had a couple of rest days in Burgos and León and also at the end in Santiago.

[@noonep11]

Bonita, solvitur ambulando, buneos

[@Speakers154]

Jeans are the new hair shirt. :) Proper penance. :)

[@capeguy]

Denim jeans? James Taylar music and not in jail...

[@miyagi1775]

That is a lot of weight brother 😳

[@deanpreston]

Yes, way too much. I definitely did learn a lesson that first day!

[@miyagi1775]

@@deanpreston regardless of the weight you carried...you didn't quit👊🏽 Buen Camino - Class 2016.

[@HillTrekkerSarge]

Nice video, but jeans not the best choice of pants (prospective pilgrims take note). Too heavy and take too long to dry when washed. Also looks like you have a very heavy pack(s) ...plural.

[@deanpreston]

The jeans were okay but would definitely do it differently next time around. The pack was heavy at first - 18 kilos (40 lbs) and I eventually got it down to 15 kilos. Still heavy though!

[@HillTrekkerSarge]

@@deanpreston Wow. Those some heavy backpacks.

[@georginasawyer4959]

the music was nice but the video boring

[@tombickel7954]

Your first sentence turned me off. Great way to dissuade audiences with kids.

[@deanpreston]

That's how I was feeling that day and that was putting it mildly.