Sandy and Jackie

  • May 10, 2026 – Laredo to San Miguel de Meruelo

    37,430 steps – 24.73 kms We were up and walking by 7:30 a.m., setting out along the beautiful sidewalk beach walk. We had one goal in mind – catch the first boat of the day. First departure was at 9:00… Continue reading

  • May 9, 2026 – Laredo – 23,798 steps 15.6 kms

    Today was our much-needed bonus day —a chance to slow down, rest our legs, and simply enjoy where we were. Of course, Camino rest days still begin with practical things – like laundry. When you’re carrying everything you own for… Continue reading

  • May 8, 2026 – Liendo to Laredo

    25,591 steps – 16.81 kms After yesterday’s demanding trek, today felt wonderfully relaxed from the very beginning. Breakfast at the Posada didn’t start until 8:30 a.m., which meant we could enjoy a slower morning marvelling at the craftsmanship of the… Continue reading

  • May 7, 2026 — Castro-Urdiales to Liendo

    45,748 steps 30.6 kms Today tested both our bodies and our spirits on the Camino. We left knowing we had a massive climb ahead of us—nearly 300 meters above sea level – and every step up that mountain demanded determination.… Continue reading

  • May 6, 2026 – Pobena to Castro Urdiales

    30,813 steps – 20.27 kms (missing turn added at least 1 km) We got out of bed early this morning after a sleepless night, didn’t even brush our teeth, and just started walking. We were exhausted before the day had… Continue reading

  • May 5, 2026 – Portugalete to Pobena

    24,203 steps – 15.88 kms Today’s walk from Portugalete was a welcome change to pace — only 15.8 kms, making it one of our easier Camino days so far. The elevation wasn’t too difficult, and much of the route followed… Continue reading

  • May 4, 2026 – Bilbao to Portugalete (Getxo)

    4o,334 steps – 26.47 km We stepped out of Bilbao this morning… straight into three solid hours of rain. Out came the ponchos – the full, Camino-style ones that cover both you and your backpack. Not exactly a fashion statement… Continue reading

  • May 3, 2026 – Tourists in Bilbao

    We gave ourselves permission to be full-on tourists today —and Guggenheim Museum Bilbao was the perfect place to start. The building itself is just as striking as everyone says, all curves and shimmering metal, and stepping inside felt like entering… Continue reading

  • May 1-2 – Camino del Norte, Here We Come

    There’s something about the beginning of a Camino that feels both exhilarating and slightly unhinged. This time, our journey starts in Bilbao, where we arrived by plane, eyes glued to the window as the landscape unfolded beneath us. Rolling hills,… Continue reading