Your Way, Your Camino - Book 1:
The Ultimate Camino Planning Guide
NOW AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH
Have you felt the pull of the Camino but don’t quite know where to start?
How long will it take? Which route? What do I need to take? Can I do it alone?
I remember asking myself all of those questions before my first Camino in 2016 — and wishing there was one honest, practical guide that answered them all. So I wrote it.
Whether this is your first Camino or you’re exploring a new route — this is the practical companion I wish I’d had.
Your Way, Your Camino – Book 1: The Ultimate Camino Planning Guide in English
Testimonials
Jo’s book was amazingly helpful! It has everything you need to know for a Camino and some funny anecdotes along the way – Asha
Jo’s book felt like having a wingwoman alongside me in planning my first Camino. Would not have known where to start without it. Provided lots of practical advice/tips on anything you could think of! A great reference book for anyone one wanting to do the Camino and a very easy read. Thank you Jo! – Joy
This comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through everything you need to know:
Part 1: Creation – Scoping Out
- Understand time requirements for different routes
- Compare terrain difficulty, weather patterns, and infrastructure
- Learn what to realistically expect about accommodations, food, and safety
- Find the perfect route for your available time and physical abilities
Part 2: Cultivation – Planning
- Select the right gear with specific recommendations and weight considerations
- Follow detailed training plans tailored to different fitness levels
- Prepare your life at home for your absence
- Pack efficiently with practical gear lists tested on numerous Caminos
Part 3: Integration – In Camino
- Master daily routines for maximum enjoyment
- Navigate accommodation options and booking strategies
- Fuel your body properly throughout your journey
- Build meaningful connections with fellow pilgrims
- Handle common physical challenges effectively
Part 4: Transformation – Post Camino
- Readjust to daily life after your transformative journey
- Integrate new friendships and insights
- Process the emotional impact of your pilgrimage
- Prepare for your next Camino adventure
Filled with personal anecdotes, practical tips, and downloadable resources, this guide empowers you to create a journey that’s truly Your Way, Your Camino.
Whether you’re a first-time pilgrim or an experienced walker exploring new routes, this book provides the confidence and knowledge you need to embark on this life-changing journey with less anxiety and more joy.
“This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it’s about finding your unique path on this ancient pilgrimage.” – Jo Cavalot
Begin your Camino journey today with the guidance that only comes from thousands of kilometers on The Way.
Your Way, Your Camino – Book 1: The Ultimate Camino Planning Guide in English
Other support
This Is Just the Beginning of Your Journey
The Starter Kit provides solid foundations, but your Camino deserves thorough preparation.
Here are some other options for support:
- Choose a structured email plan to take you from “I want to do this” to ready to walk out the door – Find out about the Plans here
- Join the FREE 1-hour “Your Way, Your Camino Workshop” where you can find out how to start planning your Camino – Book in here
- Buy my book “Your Way, Your Camino — Book 1.5: The Inner Journey — What a Decade of Caminos Gave Me (and What the Camino Might Give You)” — ten years of my own Caminos, honest and raw, and an invitation to understand what it might wake up in you – Links here
- A one-off conversation to get specific guidance 121 – Check out and book a Camino Conflab session here
- A practical 1-day workshop to work through all the steps in the book with support from myself and others – Book onto The Ultimate Camino Planning Workshop here
- A block of 121 support sessions to work through everything you need to do and plan for your Camino – Take a look here for more information
- In Camino support when you arrive here in Spain to get you started – This page has all the details