It’s Christmas, but not as we know it!

First of all, I want to wish all my readers a happy, safe and peaceful Christmas. The year has been very challenging for many people but because of Covid-19, it means many people are unable to meet like they normally do each year. I am looking forward to 2021 and to get back out to...

On the subject of YouTube..

I may as well give a little plug to my own YouTube channel that is in its infancy. I hope to record a few shots while walking and upload it for you to see. I'm comfortable with the Dji osmo pocket that I bought before Christmas. It is so tiny you can fit it in...

Weekend Watch #68 – The Journey

When I discovered the Camino de Santiago nearly 10 years ago, this was one of the first videos on YouTube I found and I was enthralled by the photos. This slideshow was created by a Belfast man who walked the Camino Frances in 2007. The music is apt, considering we are approaching March 17th. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sS_UVpBLTtw...

One sunny day in Dublin, I took a walk…

Some say I'm a dreamer. In the past, It has gotten me into some trouble. Looking out windows wishing I could be somewhere else, only to focus on the task at hand. I used to think it was a habit but in my formative years, it wasn't the case. Last week, I turned another year...

Towns Along The Way – “E”

The next letter on the “Towns Along the Way” series is “E”, as there are no towns starting with “D” (I dare you to look!). There aren’t too many so here goes…working towards Santiago. Espinal (map) Espinal is a typical Basque village and one of the first you will encounter after leaving Roncesvalles. At this...

Weekend Watch #54 – Pilgrims – a documentary

I really enjoyed this documentary on YouTube. You might too if you give it a chance - it is called "Pilgrims". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEHgMLn6M0 If you enjoyed this post let me know by hitting the ★Like button, and sharing the love on your socials!… And if you want to hang out with me between posts then follow...

Have you written about the Camino de Santiago?

Have you walked the Camino Frances or any other Camino? Have you written or created a video of it? If so, please feel free to share. You can either post your link in the comments below or email me at clearskiescamino@gmail.com. To see my current links, click here. Buen Camino!

Weekend Watch #36 – Looking Back…

These two guys from the US take a look back a year after completing the Camino Frances. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boCKzw6XjdI If you enjoyed this post let me know by hitting the ★Like button, and sharing the love on your socials!… And if you want to hang out with me between posts then follow me on Instagram and on Facebook for daily...

Camino Society Ireland hike – Ticknock Woods – 1st July 2017

65 days. The countdown to my next Camino continues and I long for the day I throw on my backpack and find the first arrow. I can then let the simple life take over and let the walking do the talking. It's not long away, that's for sure, so any practice hike until the 4th...

Howth Head – A Camino on my doorstep…

I can't praise Howth Head and it's various loops high enough. I live 15 minutes on the train from this great town and it's impossible not to get tired of this beauty of a walk. The Bog of Frogs Loop - it's longest walk at 12km - has many surprises and I've often described it...