JWT Travel Travel Tips: Where to eat in Santiago de Compostela Food is a way of life in Galicia, in the North of Spain, and its capital Santiago de Compostela is a real treat for foodies. If you are walking the Camino soon and are looking for some tips and recommendations, here’s where to eat in Santiago de Compostela: FOOD TIPS There are many bars and The post Travel Tips: Where to eat in Santiago de Compostela first appeared on JWT Travel ..read more

JWT Travel What is the Compostela certificate? What is the Compostela certificate and how can you get yours? Today we introduce you to the fascinating origins of the Compostela certificate and how you can get yours after completing your Camino de Santiago journey. THE ORIGINS OF THE COMPOSTELA CERTIFICATE Since the origins of the pilgrimage to Santiago in the Middle Ages, pilgrims The post What is the Compostela certificate? first appeared on JWT Travel ..read more

JWT Travel 4 Fantastic Autumn getaway ideas As kids go back to school, temperatures readjust to pleasant ‘explore-friendly’ levels and Summer crowds turn into a smoother flow of visitors, Autumn is a fantastic season to travel. Today we pick 4 wonderful Autumn getaway ideas: 1-MALTA AND GOZO ESCORTED TOUR Explore wonderful Valletta, admire the historic Three Cities, relax by the Mediterranean in beautiful Sliema and enjoy a day trip to Gozo island all as part of a fantastic week-long escorted tour. WHEN: 19th October 2024 | 7 nights | Price: 1099pps INCLUDED: Return flights from Dublin to Ma ..read more

JWT Travel What is the Botafumeiro and when can I see it? What is the Botafumeiro? The Botafumeiro is an impressive ‘censer’ or thurible that measures 1.50 metres and weighs 53kg and one of the most striking rituals at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. It takes eight men, known as ‘tiraboleiros’, to set the Botafumeiro in motion and make it swing dramatically over the nave of the Cathedral 20 metres high, while releasing its fragrant incense smoke. When in full swing, the Botafumeiro can reach speeds of up to 68kms per hour and is a sight to behold. For many pilgrims this is one of th ..read more

JWT Travel Top 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites you should visit in a lifetime Would you like to join JWT Travel on fantastic tours visiting the most outstanding UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world? From the Volcanic Galapagos Archipelago, considered a wildlife sanctuary, to the fortified city of Valletta in Malta; the historic centre of Florence, Santiago de Compostela Old Town, and Iceland Golden Circle, we share our top 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites you should visit in a lifetime! 1- THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Designated by the government of Ecuador as a wildlife sanctuary in 1935, becoming ..read more

JWT Travel 5 great reasons to join a Camino guided tour If you have been thinking about embarking on a Camino journey for a while but you weren’t sure whether to join an organised group or ‘doing it alone’, here are our top reasons to join a Camino guided tour: MEET YOUR CAMINO ‘FAMILY’ The benefits of experiencing the Camino as part of a guided tour are many, particularly for first time and solo travellers. Meeting like-minded people and sharing the experience with your new ‘Camino family’ is often one of the most memorable reasons. As you walk and chat, share meals and impressions, you wil ..read more

JWT Travel 6 Fantastic escorted tours from Ireland Escorted and guided travel is a wonderful way to see the world, making friends along the way and exploring new places with the help and knowledge of local guides. Today we select 6 of our favourite escorted tours from Ireland to inspire your adventures this year : BUDAPEST TO VIENNA New in 2024, let us take you on a cultural journey to the most enchanting cities on the shores of the Danube river: Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. In Budapest, we will take in the fascinating history and impressive architecture of Hungary’s capital and the old ..read more

JWT Travel 5 Amazing travel experiences to share with mum Travelling together is a very special way to spend quality time with loved ones and create unique memories. With Mother’s Day and International Women’s Day coming up we pick some of our favourite travel experiences to share with mum and all those fabulous travel-mad women in your life: Pictured: Kayleigh and Caroline on a Princess Cruise trip togetherBUDAPEST TO VIENNA ESCORTED TOUR Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna are three of the most beautiful cities along the Danube River. Our Budapest to Vienna Escorted Tour takes you to the three ..read more

JWT Travel Best Camino tours for beginners If you always wanted to walk the Camino but weren’t sure where to start, we introduce you to our Best Camino tours for beginners. Travelling with a like minded group, meeting new friends and walking with the support of knowledgeable local guides, escorted tours are a great option to experience the Camino for the first time. CAMINO GUIDED TOURS The Camino Frances route stretches for about 900kms all the way from the Pyrenees to Santiago but many pilgrims choose to walk the last section of the route, just over 100kms from the market town of Sarri ..read more

JWT Travel 6 Bucket list travel experiences to inspire you It is often said that travel is the one thing we can buy that makes us richer. At JWT Travel we couldn’t agree more so we have selected six of our favourite bucket list travel experiences to inspire your next dream holiday. With so many new wonderful places to discover around the world, it is sometimes difficult to pick ‘just the one’, that’s why we love the concept of a bucket list. It is a great way to short list (or long list!) those very special places we wouldn’t like to miss. We hope you like our bucket list travel experiences s ..read more