Am I crazy for even considering the Camino Frances in May 2025 … I don’t even know why I want to do it but the urge is so strong. I’ve only ever done one multi day hike for 4 days so this is huge for me. If you asked me 10yrs ago if I’d ever considering it, I’d have fallen on the floor in fits of laughter.

You pick up your dog poop, so why do people think it’s ok to leave their own shite and TP littering the route. Have some decency and better still have some respect for beautiful Spain and its people. Imagine someone taking a dump on your front lawn then think again before you litter someone else’s home, it’s disgusting. Take doggy poop bags, some zip lock bags to store for the day and dispose of appropriately 💧💩🧻 🚽

Great video. Cheers!

wonderful channel, great episode - thank you for this! 🙏💖😄

You built up my excitement for next week! I can’t wait for all the festivities. Great show🎉🎉

I finished the Frances on 4/26 and celebrated with my Camino Family from all over the world. Too bad I didn't know about this Podcast or I would have loved to share my experience. Will subscribe now. Buen Camino a todos!

I'm hoping to do my first Camino next year in September - I totally agree that everyone needs to respect Spain and their beautiful towns, villages, cities and residents

Sí, estáis en la capital de GALICIA que es un país de España distinto a lo que el Estado español vende como España al extranjero. Gracias.

Remembering John Brierley. His books were my way to The Way.

La hermosa Galicia no puede ser contaminada por la celulosa de ALTRI. Fóra Altri do corazón de Galicia!

I really enjoyed this film! Reminded me of my trip last year to Europe without the pilgram!

Sadly maybe they need to start charging for permits to walk the Caminos and limiting the number of permits issued per quarter of the year. Meaning if you want a certificate, you will be willing to pay for a permit and this will eliminate many of those who disrespect the local population.

Saw the movie over the weekend. Totally inspirational! Have friends who have just completed the whole 780+ kms. Planning to go myself… thank you 🙏

With due respect to John's intimate knowledge of all things Camino, when I hear him speak with that unmistakable Scottish brogue, my mind immediately goes to asking him whether I should bust a 7 iron into that wind, or feather a 5 iron underneath it...⛳🏌‍♂

My husband and I walked the Camino Baztan in September last year. It truly is a beautiful camino.

Love these updates. Thank you for your service to the pilgrim community.

Fantastic! Thank you for sharing alternate routes to Santiago. The gorgeous footage has given me new ideas for future hikes.

Loved this episode, such interesting topics and information.❤ Thank you for all your efforts, you are much appreciated. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

I’ve seen Bill Bennett’s film The Way My Way twice now, it is a wonderful Camino film.

Thanks for watching!

Amazing episode! Cheers from Brazil 🇧🇷

Very good video ALTRI NO

Maybe a good idea to have a paper to sign at the pilgrim's office start that lays out the unofficial "rules of the Camino". "I agree to poop at least 50 feet from the road and to pack out my tp."

Great movie😊😊😊

Yeah, I was there with the rain 10 days ago lol

when i finished there was a car show... what i was upset 2023

Need to add respect for private property along the routes. Don’t enter private property, feed the animals or pick the produce! We’re guests in the country. It’s common sense and courtesy. Sometimes the entitlement witnessed is unbelievable.

I always say more people, more problems. You start to notice little things that most of the time you overlooked.

Awesome episode! Thanks for your wonderful spirits!

...beautiful channel - love it! I feel a bit torn by the rising numbers, but it was such a mind blowing experience for myself (Camino Aragon/Frances 2005 + 2010), that I'm at the same time glad, that so many people feel called, and decide to walk it. The factory plans for Palas de Rei are appalling - thanks so much for beating the drum for the protest! May it be successful! Just some gratitude for you guys, Leigh and Johnnie, for holding up the side of respect - for the land, the people living there, and the spiritual significance of the pilgrimage - it is so much more than 'just a walk'! 🌞🙏💖

What was once a spiritual pilgrimage is now akin to "the circus has come to town". T'was good while it lasted.

Lovely episode my friend, beautifully put together!

Wow Leigh and crew. These videos are just getting better and better. I look forward to them each week. It’s a great habit. 👍

Yeah ppl should know how to behave. Its sad that some dont respect the holy place. I am looking forward for my Camino the last 114km of the Fraces mid October. I hope it will noz be to full.

Pilgrims from SJPDP are down, pilgrims from Sarria are up. Dont panic people starting the frances. Im near Leon there is no bed race whatsoever.

Great to see an AA meeting in Santiago. Amazing protest against the factory! Thanks for going.

Movie is great!! Looks oike I'mdoing the Camino...every bit as good as The Way

It's surely overreaction to claim that the proposed pulp plant will emit lots of pollution. All European countries have incredibly strict laws about manufacturing, and pollution just doesn't happen. Please don't judge Europe by the cowboy standards present in the USA.

Wow that was a packed episode!! Love that castle background, Leigh!! Two of your favorite American pilgrims? Ok, I'm jealous! 😆😆 We are changing our plans right now to be there for this premiere!!!!! Looks like you are having a great time on Camino. Thanks for the clips of Dan's musical Camino, I wish we could have gone with them. See you in July!!! - Michelle & Brian

Thanks Leigh and all for another great news report. Yep, the rain is challenging but that’s why this area in Galicia is so green.

It always strikes me as bizarre how the Govts and Councils put so much responsibility on residents using water when they barely use 10% domestically worldwide. And yet Corporations get water subsidies from Govt...eg Coca-Cola virtually get theirs free, and for what? :- bubbly nutrition-empty sugar water......

Just saw The Way, My Way movie. A wonderful movie- funny, challenging, thought provoking and heartwarming. His book of the same name is very enjoyable and entertaining too.

You Americans are ruining the Camino experience. You treat it like a tick list jolly.

I wanted to stay in Casa Susi but didn't book it far enough in advance! Lesson learned for next time.

Hey that’s us at 0:33 !!!!! Casa Susi is amazing and well deserved of this honor!!!!

Lovely to see such a glowing tribute to Casa Susi - richly deserved of course. And thank you, Leigh, for always being so smiley and positive!

Great conversation with the admin from the new Facebook group for women over 50! 🙌🏼

Thank you for the motivating update and recommendations 👏💗

❤❤❤❤❤❤, what a lovely and feature packed update. Loved every minute of it. 😊

great show guys - really enjoyed it so much