Last July, two friends and I took an overnight trip to the mountains to photograph wildflowers. Driving a rented jeep suited for the trails, we stopped often to capture the stunning landscape, blanketed in wildflowers and grand vistas.

Balancing the need to stay informed with the ability to care deeply, while also ensuring we give ourselves time to slow down and recharge, is challenging.

Everyone packs differently. Some people need less, others need more. Think about what kind of traveler you are. If you’re a minimalist, you might only bring two outfits. If you like comfort, you might pack extra things to make your trip easier. No matter where you fit, I hope this list helps you get started.

It is hard to believe we’ve reached the final chapter of our Camino. Arriving in Sarria felt surreal and bittersweet. We knew this was the final stretch and the end of our month-long journey.

Walking the Camino de Santiago had become more than just a physical journey for us, it was about discovering a piece of ourselves with every step taken.

The second stage of the Camino de Santiago takes you across the Meseta, also known as the Plateau or High Plains. During this section, the landscape stretches for miles on end.

One of the most meaningful things I discovered on our Camino journey was just how resilient the body and mind can be.

We arrived in Pamplona and decided to have a rest day there. At this point we’ve been walking for 4 days so we felt Pamplona was a good spot to rest

We arrived in Saint Jean Pied de Port (SJPDP) eager and nervous. We had spent the last few days in Paris eating like we were about to be dropped onto a survival reality show with no access to food