>>> Tip's & Ca. <<<

Traveling is one of the most enriching and rewarding activities that we can experience.

For this reason, we must take care of a series of points so that during our trip, nothing but everything we have to see and experience will surprise us.

Useful information to participate in our programs, the trips you take or the holidays you organize with family and friends.

Safety and forecasting, insurance, preparation, curiosities, etc., is what we will share with you.

We are certainly not going to answer all the questions, so we already share the first and most valuable trick: Ask!
To us or anyone you think can help clarify your doubts. The more information you have, the better you can prepare and enjoy your trip.

SAFETY & PREVENTION

As with any situation in everyday life, safety must always be taken into account.

Whether on a punctual walk or on pilgrimages, we must always beware of our physical integrity and the goods we carry. Needless to say, when we set off for a few adventurous days, only the essentials should accompany us, and this metric applies to valuables such as jewelry, money, or others of monetary/sentimental value.

Never put yourself at risk, either by being too close to people you don't know or by providing personal information.
Take note of the following points:

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Do not provide any type of personal information, photographs or documents to strangers.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Although it is very interesting to share everything live about your trip on social media, it can put you at risk. Save the photos and videos you take and when you return, share it, this way ensures the security of your home and yours.

MONEY

You should calculate for 1 or 2 days, depending on the proximity of ATM's, and replenish this capital. Whenever you can pay credit card.

JEWELS

They are unnecessary, not only for safety but also for practical reasons. Only the watch will have a useful function. If you do not do without these ornaments, take something discreet and without great monetary/sentimental value.

DOCUMENTS

Personal documents should always be kept and safeguarded and only used when strictly necessary.

WALKS | PILGRIMAGES

During your walks/pilgrimages you should always pay attention to your surroundings and thus beware of the unexpected approach of animals or intruders with dubious pretensions. If you like listening to music while walking, choose to use the headset in one ear only.

VIRTUAL SUPPORT

Before you begin your walks, download a safety control application and share it with friends and family, so that in the event of an accident or danger, you will always be discoverable. We recommend Safe365, which is free on Android and IOS platforms, is easy to set up and accurate in real-time information.

SOS

In case you feel unsafe for any reason, do not hesitate to contact the authorities by the local emergency phone or APP. Consult and save the emergency numbers of the countries you visit and download the app's, if any.

SAINT JAMES WAY AND OTHER PILGRIMAGES

Making the St. Jame's Way or others with their own specifications requires following protocols, customs and preparation that we should not leave to chance.

As there is usually a lot of information, we advise you to do a little research so as not to get caught off guard.
Beyond the practical and logistical side, we suggest that regardless of the reasons that make any pilgrimage, wherever it may be, that knows the history and customs, and respects them in full. And if you don't want to, opt for other routes.

Here we share tips and information for the St. Jame's Ways, but with appropriate customizations, they serve other pilgrimages.

THE IMPORTANCE OF FOLLOWING THE ARROWS

The yellow arrows, in their most varied forms, are the official and universal signs of the St. Jame's Way. The marking is made by pilgrims associations and official entities.

Using other means of reference, such as Google Maps, is walking km's, not the Path, and can put you in danger when tell you to take the side of the country roads.

If, for some reason, you feel lost, ask whoever finds in your way, the right direction to go.

EQUIPAMENTS

The equipment you will use to make the Way has to be comfortable in every way.
No need to spend a fortune on boots, backpacks, sleeping bags, etc.
In sports shops such as Decathlon, Sport Zone or similar, there are solutions for all equipment that are reasonably priced and perfectly suited.

Boots or sneakers?
Only your feet know the answer!
It's no use asking other pilgrims, because we all have different feet. What is a rule is that never make the Way with brand new boots/sneakers.

HOW MUCH IT COST TO DO THE PATH

Of course, it depends essentially on the number of days and the transport you have to use to get to the point of departure and return.
For transport issue, do some research to find the best solution/price.
As for the Way, consider whether you will be staying in public or private hostels. In public, both in Portugal and Spain the price is almost always 6€/ night/person (there are some hostels that is by donation) .
In private hostels the price ranges from 12 to 20€/night/person.
For food consider 15 to 20€/day/person.