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Buen Camino Talks Peregrinos con el corazón abierto💛
Pilgrims with an open heart💛

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01/11/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Carlos! 🇪🇸
It was a true honor to encounter Carlos, a person of incredible strength who embodies the genuine spirit of the Camino. After a work injury prevented him from walking, he didn’t give up—he took to his bike instead! We met after he had cycled over 3,000 km along the Via de la Plata, in the magical town of Fuenterroble de Salvatierra.
Carlos shared a profound truth: on the Camino, you cannot fool yourself. People walk to find their inner selves. He dedicates his journey to his grandmother, who taught him how to embroider, sew, cook, and be a true family man. In the end, he leaves us with a beautiful reflection and sums up what the Camino means to him in just three words. An encounter that goes straight to the soul. 💛✨
Carlos, you are incredible! Thank you for being the pilgrim you are and for continuing to move us all with your words! 🙏 Buen Camino!

28/10/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Christine and Fernanda! 🇺🇸🇧🇷
It was an absolute pleasure meeting Christine and Fernanda upon their arrival in Santiago after walking the Camino Francés!
Although they started their journey from two different cities, their paths crossed along the way and they became true “Camino Friends”. Each of them shared the deep emotions, feelings, and reflections experienced after such a long journey, leaving us with a powerful and heart-touching message.
Their emotions truly overflowed upon reaching the Cathedral, with happy tears celebrating the finish line. One sentence will definitely stay with us: Cristine shared that “Spain should receive the Nobel Peace Prize for the Camino de Santiago.” Meanwhile, for Fernanda, this journey served as a deep reconnection with her faith, giving her exactly what she was searching for.
A huge thank you to both of them for sharing their story, their tears, and their beautiful energy with us! Buen Camino!💛

24/10/2026

BUEN CAMINO TALKS MEETS LUCA & EDOARDO! 🇮🇹
“LOS FRATELLIS — CAMINO BROTHERS” 💛
We met Luca and Edoardo near the end of their Camino Primitivo. They are experienced pilgrims who have already done many Caminos before, but this was their very first Camino together—walking as true Camino Brothers! Side by side with so many kilometers in their legs, they lived a journey full of smiles, big emotions, and total joy.😄
They decided to call themselves “Los Fratellis”—a funny mix of Italian and Spanish (because Italians always put an “s” at the end when they try to speak Spanish! 😄).
But behind all the laughs, their eyes reflected something very deep: the real emotion of the Camino, and how this path can make you experience life in a completely new way.
Muchisimas gracias, Luca and Edoardo! We wish you many new Caminos together. May your future steps always keep this strong brotherhood alive! Buen Camino! 💛
You can follow their next adventures on Instagram:
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📺 The full interview will be available soon on our YouTube channel!
What about you? Have you ever met a true brother on the Camino? Tell us in the comments! 👇

21/10/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets José! 🇪🇸
It was an absolute honor to meet José Manuel López Valiña in O Cebreiro! He shared with us the true story behind the iconic yellow arrows and spoke with deep love about his uncle, the famous priest Elías Valiña, and his passionate dedication to the Camino de Santiago.
Long before the arrows were painted, it all started with Elías Valiña’s groundbreaking cartography work to chart the historic routes. The idea to physically mark the path came when Elías and his nephew José were together in the Pyrenees and realized there were French trail markers for the long-distance routes (GR). Seeing those signals, Elías realized the Camino de Santiago needed its own clear guidance system. When deciding on a color, he asked young José which one he preferred—José chose yellow simply because he loved it, and that is how history was made! 😀

A heartfelt thank you to José. On behalf of all pilgrims around the world: thank you to you and your uncle for painting our way yellow! 💛

🎥 The full interview will be available very soon on our YouTube channel!

18/10/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Montse and Juan! 🇪🇸
It was an absolute honor to meet Montse and Juan in Castilblanco de los Arroyos, along the Vía de la Plata ☀️
Their story is nothing short of inspiring. They made the bold, life-changing decision to let go of everything—selling their house and closing their business—to fully embrace life on the Camino. Today, they live a wonderfully simple life, moving from moment to moment and finding pure joy in the beauty of the present.🙏
For Montse and Juan, the greatest reward in the world is something as simple and profound as welcoming a tired pilgrim with a cold glass of water and an open heart. As Hospitaleros, their warmth, care, and generosity embody the true, timeless spirit of the Camino.💙
Our interview was a deeply emotional experience, filled with words overflowing with love, wisdom, and authenticity. They live by a powerful motto: “Don’t dream your life, live your dream.” Hearing their story and witnessing their genuine happiness was a powerful reminder of what truly matters in life. 😊
It was a true privilege to sit down and connect with them for Buen Camino Talks. I wish Montse and Juan all the best on their incredible journey ahead, and I know that every pilgrim fortunate enough to cross their path will be welcomed by two truly fantastic Hospitaleros.💛
You can follow their journey on Instagram:  
🎬 The full interview will be available soon on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned!
¡Buen Camino, Montse y Juan! 💛💙

15/10/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Max! 🇮🇹
They told him he wouldn’t even make it 25 km a day... But Max proved everyone wrong, showing that determination and mindset matter far more than physical training. Today, he has been to Santiago for the ninth time!
From the Camino Francés and Via de la Plata to the Portuguese Route, the Camino Olvidado, and many others, Max has walked countless kilometers. Yet, as he beautifully puts it, the Camino isn’t just about the distance you walk, but the incredible people you meet along the way.
A fun and special detail: Max never walks completely alone. Attached to his backpack is Goffredo, his inseparable stuffed animal and faithful companion both in life and on the trail!
A huge thank you to Max for sharing his inspiring story and great energy with us!
Buen Camino, Max and Goffredo! 💛

11/10/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Elena and Rocío! 🇪🇸
We had the pleasure of meeting two incredible pilgrims: Elena and Rocío.
Rocío is walking the Camino Primitivo—which joins the Camino Francés in Melide before continuing towards Santiago—and right there in Melide, she met up with her dear friend Elena. Elena currently lives in Melide and volunteers at the Church of Santa María. With countless kilometers under her belt as a seasoned pilgrim, she has also recently served as a hospitalera at the hostel in Ponferrada.
Their words moved us deeply. Elena shared a profound truth that every pilgrim comes to realize: the real Camino doesn’t end in Santiago—it actually begins the moment you return home, when you put into practice all the life lessons learned along the trail. Rocío also reminded us that the universal language of the Camino is a smile, and how wonderful it would be if we applied that smile every single day in our everyday lives.
Thank you so much, Elena and Rocío, for your inspiring words and for sharing such a beautiful moment with us! 🙏💛💙

07/10/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Julio!
It was such an honor to meet Julio Arias Escuredo, the mayor of Puente de Domingo Flórez!
Together with his team, Julio runs the municipal hostel on the Camino de Invierno (Winter Way) with so much care and love. You can feel it right away—not just in the hostel itself, but especially in the warm welcome every pilgrim gets. It’s super clear that behind this place, there’s a real pilgrim’s heart.
Julio’s passion for the Camino, his town, and his people shows in everything he does. He even goes out on Saturdays to buy groceries for the pilgrims who will arrive on Sundays when all the shops are closed!
After losing his wife, Julio decided to walk the Camino himself, turning his loss into a deeply special journey. That personal connection to the trail is why he cares so much for all pilgrims coming through his town. Everything he does for his people and for pilgrims from all over the world comes straight from the heart.
Thank you, Julio, for your huge heart and for keeping the true spirit of the Camino alive! 💛

03/10/2026

BUEN CAMINO TALKS meets Claudio!🇮🇹
“I AM... A PHOTOGRAPHER
ON THE CAMINO”
We met a true Camino legend in Santiago de Compostela: Claudio Pupi!☺️
Claudio is a great Italian photographer, videographer, and Art Director, but also a veteran pilgrim: he has been walking for 11 years and has done more than 11,000 km on foot! 💪
From his big 3,200 km walk from Rome to Santiago and Finisterre, to his latest route on the Camino de Invierno, Claudio shows what the true spirit of the Camino is.
He proves that the inner energy is always there!
In this video, Claudio opens his heart and shares very important lessons about facing fear, letting go of material things, and walking without judging.
A big thank you to Claudio: a great person and a real inspiration for all pilgrims! 💛🙏💙 YOU ARE AMAZING CLAUDIO! 🫶
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The full interview is coming soon on our BUEN CAMINO TALKS YouTube channel!

30/09/2026

Buen Camino Talks meets Javier! 🇪🇸
We visited Manjarín to meet Javier, the new Templar chosen by Tomás Martínez to continue his legacy in this legendary place. 
It was a truly special moment that touched our souls. You can still feel Tomás’s presence in the air—his energy and spirit are alive in every corner. 
For more than 30 years, Tomás Martínez, known as “the last Templar,” lived in Manjarín dedicated to helping pilgrims. He offered shelter, warmth, and a friendly smile to everyone passing by.
We wish Javier all the best on this beautiful path. We are sure he will keep the true Templar spirit alive: helping pilgrims and giving so much love to the Camino!
🎥 The full video of our interview will be available very soon on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned, there are many amazing and emotional moments to share with you all. 💛

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