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One of the most crucial choices for a successful trek is selecting the right footwear encierro - Shutterstock

Footwear and Pilgrimage: What has changed and what to choose today

Health and WellnessFebruary 17, 2025

History shows that people have always found creative solutions to protect their feet with the materials available in their time and place.

A classic gift for St Valentine fjmolina - Shutterstock

Chocolate: A History of Flavor, Culture, and Romance

Food and DrinkFebruary 12, 2025

As Valentine’s Day approaches, millions will once again turn to chocolate to express their feelings.

Don't underestimate the importance of training our feet Day Of Victory Studio - Shutterstock

Training your feet at home: The key to walking long distances without pain

Health and WellnessFebruary 10, 2025

with just a few simple exercises and some practical adjustments, it’s possible to strengthen the feet and prepare them for long walks without discomfort

How to dress for a pilgrimage Soloviova Liudmyla - Shutterstock

How to Dress for a Pilgrimage: A Season-by-Season Guide

Health and WellnessFebruary 3, 2025

One of the most common mistakes pilgrims make is overdressing in an attempt to stay warm or, conversely, wearing too little

The first step to safe travel is preparation LittlePigPower - Shutterstock

The conscious Pilgrim’s handbook

Health and WellnessJanuary 20, 2025

This brief guide covers what we consider the ABCs of pilgrimage: a mindful and intentional approach to travel.

Ceremony for the recognition of a House of Life by the Raoul Wallemberg International Foundation Silvia Costantini

Houses of Life in Rome: A pilgrimage into the memory of solidarity

TrailsJanuary 16, 2025

The Houses of Life, recognized by the Raoul Wallenberg International Foundation, are physical locations that provided refuge and hope during one of history’s darkest chapters: the Holocaust

The Tiber River in Rome, showing the Tiber Island on the left and the Ponte Fabrizio (Pons Fabricius) at the center. The dome on the right is the principal synagogue of Rome. By Nicholas Hartmann - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0