bookchickdi: Camino de Santiago by Beebe Bahrami

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Camino de Santiago by Beebe Bahrami

Camino de Santiago by Beebe Bahrami

Published by Avalon Travel ISBN 9781640496088

Trade paperback, $26.99, 565 pages

One of the most rewarding trips a person can take is to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Beebe Bahrami, a self described "writer, anthropologist and pilgrim" first made the journey in 1995 and fell in love with the experience.

Her latest travel book is Camino de Santiago- Sacred Sites, Historic Villages, Local Food & Wine, and gives the reader an in-depth experience of traveling the historic trail without leaving their armchair. Anyone who is inspired to make all or part of the trek themselves will find a book filled with comprehensive information to make the journey more accessible, educational, and enjoyable.

The Camino de Santiago is a sacred pilgrimage for Catholics, beginning in the town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port on the Pyrenean border in France and continuing for 485 miles across Spain to the tomb of Saint James the Greater in Santiago de Compostela.

Bahrami has organized this invaluable guide book with a great deal of thought for anyone who cares to walk part or all of the way. She begins with the 18 Top Experiences that include incredible views, delicious food that is not be missed, amazing archeological and religious sites, and even a new tradition of filling your scallop shell with red wine at Bodegas Irache Wine Fountain.

She breaks down the trip into smaller pieces, giving the reader the key things to know and see in each part of the journey. Whether you are looking for something spiritual (churches), first-class food and wines, or just want to meditate in quiet solitude, Bahrami gives you the information you need to do just that.

You'll find recommended overnight stops, restaurant recommendations, and festivals and markets listed for each of the sections along the way. There are chapters on Essentials to Bring, a Packing Checklist, a 20- Day Driving Itinerary, and Health and Safety information.

Bahrami also gives advice for people traveling alone, women, seniors, and LGBTQ+ travelers, as well as disability access information. History buffs will want to turn immediately to the fascinating History section. There's even a handy Spanish phrase dictionary included, as well as a pull-out map, and a section on updated Coronavirus information.

Camino de Santiago- Sacred Sites, Historic Villages, Local Food & Wine is an indispensible accessory to not only help plan your trip, but to bring with you as you travel so as to not miss a thing on your historic journey.

Thanks to TLC Tours for putting me on Beebe Bahrami's tour. The rest of her stops are here: