You want to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain but where do you start? What is your first step in preparing and planning for such a big undertaking?
Whether you have just now heard of the Camino, or if your flights are booked and you have a start date, this podcast will walk with you as you take your first steps of preparing, planning, and starting your Camino experience.
Guide and long-time pilgrim Nancy Reynolds shares her nearly 20 years of experience walking the Camino and leading 15 small groups on the Camino Francés - plus interviews with new pilgrims getting ready for their first ever Camino walks.
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S2 Ep 2: Packing for the Camino, with Pilgrim David
PACKING FOR THE CAMINO
What do you really need to take with you when you walk the Camino? How much should your pack weigh? What happens if you take too much stuff?
Pilg
Jan 31 2023 47 min
S2 Ep 1b: Part Two - All About the Luggage Transport Services on the Camino
7 STEPS TO TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE ON THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
This is Part Two of a two-part episode. Did you miss Part One?
One of the most frequently asked about topics i
Jan 24 2023 23 min
S2 Ep 1a: Part One - All About the Luggage Transport Services on the Camino
7 STEPS TO TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE ON THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
One of the most frequently asked about topics in the Camino Facebook groups and on the online forums is the lug
Jan 24 2023 28 min
Ep 17: Season One Wrap Up - Your Camino Plan + Season Two Preview
Your Camino Plan
This is the final episode of Season One of the “YOU on the Camino de Santiago” podcast, and I want to thank you for tuning in each week, and for joining
Nov 22 2022 30 min
Ep 16: How Much Does it Cost to Walk the Camino . . . OR How Much do you Want to Spend?
How much does it cost to walk the Camino?
How does the amount you spend for your pilgrimage influence, or even determine the experience you will have on the Camino? Or
Nov 15 2022 43 min
Ep 15: Eating on the Camino: What, Where, When, and How Much
Where do You Find Food on the Camino?
What is available, when is it available, and how much does it all cost?
On the first day of my first Camino walk, I walked 17 kil
Nov 8 2022 41 min
Ep 14: All About the Albergues, or Where to Sleep on the Camino
Where do pilgrims sleep on the Camino? And What is an Albergue?
In this episode I give a full run-down on the what, the where, and the how-they-work of the pilgrim’s hos
Nov 1 2022 52 min
Ep 13: A Conversation with Someday-Pilgrim Kimberly
Someday-Pilgrim Kimberly Talks About the Idea of Walking the Camino de Santiago
From the kindness of strangers to gaining an expanded sense of community to being connect
Oct 25 2022 58 min
Ep 12: Who Will You Walk the Camino With?
When you imagine yourself on the Camino, who is there?
Are you on your own? Is your spouse or partner there with you? Are you with a big group of your favorite people,
Oct 18 2022 43 min
Ep 11: A Conversation with Pilgrim Kathy Who Will Walk the Camino del Norte in 2023
Pilgrim Kathy Gets Ready to Walk the Camino del Norte in 2023
What does it mean to be brave for yourself? As Pilgrim Kathy prepares to walk the Camino del Norte in 2023,
Oct 11 2022 1 h 06 min
Ep 10: Most Likely Starting Points on the Camino Francés . . . and How to Get There
How to Get to the Most Likely Starting Points on the Camino Francés
Tens of thousands of pilgrims start their pilgrimages in Saint Jean Pied de Port, France, each year,
Oct 4 2022 54 min
Ep 9: A Conversation with Pilgrim Amanda as She Prepares for 14 Days on the Caminho Português
Pilgrim Amanda Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Caminho Português
Pilgrim Amanda is about to take her first steps on the Caminho Português as this episode goes liv
Sep 27 2022 57 min
Ep 8: How Long Does it Take to Walk the Camino . . . OR How Much Time Do YOU Want to Spend?
How long does it take to walk the Camino?
Well, that depends. In this episode we are going to continue on with our Camino planning roadmap, still working with step four
Sep 20 2022 46 min
Ep 7: A Conversation with Pilgrim Abbi Who is Walking the Camino Francés in September
Pilgrim Abbi Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Camino Francés
Is the Camino on your "bucket list"? If yes, how is it similar and different from other items on the l
Sep 13 2022 39 min
Ep 6: When is the Best Time to Walk the Camino . . . For You?
When Is The Best Time To Walk The Camino . . . For You?
When people ask “when is the best time to walk the Camino”, what are they really asking? When is the best weather
Sep 6 2022 32 min
Ep 5: A Conversation with Pilgrim Kathie as She Takes Her First Steps on the Camino Francés
Pilgrim Kathie Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Camino Francés
What are your fears and concerns about walking the Camino? Pilgrim Kathie from Dallas, Texas, shares
Aug 30 2022 41 min
Ep 4: Selecting Your Boots & Socks for Your Walk on the Camino de Santiago
Selecting Your Boots & Socks for Your Walk on the Camino de Santiago
[For the Love of Your Feet (and Entire Body)]
If you are planning to walk the Camino de Santiago, y
Aug 23 2022 30 min
Ep 3: A Conversation with Pilgrim Grace as She Prepares to Walk the Caminho Português
Pilgrim Grace Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Caminho Português
Bed bugs, luggage transport, finding food . . . it's all part of the Camino experience! Join me fo
Aug 16 2022 1 h 01 min
Ep 2: What is the Camino? And what does it mean to ”do” the Camino?
What is the Camino de Santiago?
Do you remember when you first heard about the Camino de Santiago? Maybe it was from a friend who had walked it, or a newspaper article.
Aug 9 2022 27 min
Ep 1: Your First Steps on the Camino de Santiago
YOU on the Camino de Santiago, that’s why we are here.
You, taking your first steps on the trail, full of excitement and anticipation, and perhaps feeling a little anxio
Aug 2 2022 19 min
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As we prepare to start our Camino eight months from now, I can tell that Nancy has become a kind and steady companion to my preparatory walks in the neighborhood. Th episodes are truly informative and democratic inasmuch as she really empowers the peregrinos to have the experience that make the most sense to them. An informed experience nonetheless. I’m hoping my that aa we approach the day of our trip, I’ll have finished all episodes and decide to go mostly analog, other than my downloaded music. I’ll be happy to have taken all the information in. Thank you for this podcast, I truly appreciate it!
jajabora · Jan 2026
I absolutely love the “You on the Camino de Santiago podcast!” Nancy does a wonderful job not only informing us about what the Camino is but also giving us the full scoop on what to expect, how to prepare, what gear to use, where to stay, and so much more. Her voice is incredibly soothing, and it’s clear that she genuinely cares about her audience and is passionate about making a difference in our lives!
I was hooked from the very first episode! Thank you Nancy for your passion, commitment, and dedication to making a difference. You may never know just how many people you’ve positively affected, but trust me, there are MANY of us, including myself, who are so grateful for your efforts!
UTVol92 · Jan 2026
Since deciding to walk the Camino I have listened to a variety of books and podcasts on the topic. Nancy’s podcast is my favorite by far. I love the interviews with pilgrims planning their Camino’s and those And all of Nancy’s sage advice. Her thoughtful questions of her guest and stories of her own Camino experiences make for a fascinating listen. Every time I listen to an episode, I get more and more excited about my own Camino.
mlewiswa · Oct 2025
Nancy’s tips and shared experiences of herself and her guest are invaluable. What makes the show extra special is her true passion for The Camino and the way she deeply connects with her guests. You will be hooked!
leadergal · Mar 2025
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