Camino de Santiago FULL Documentary (Camino Frances) | FINDING MY WAY

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  • Опубліковано 7 кві 2023
  • This is the story of my pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago. I have so much to say about my journey though I hope this documentary gives you an idea of the beauty and experience of walking the Camino Frances.
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    DAY ONE: My FIRST DAY on the CAMINO FRANCES • My FIRST DAY on the CA...
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    What it’s like to hike the Camino de Santiago • What it’s like to hike...
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    solo female daily routine walking the Camino de Santiago • solo female daily rout...
    Most people SKIP this part of the Camino • Most people SKIP this ...
    I CAN'T BELIEVE ITS OVER (an emotional week on the Camino de Santiago) • I CAN'T BELIEVE ITS OV...
    I DIDN'T EXPECT THIS • Is This a Mid-Life Cri...
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  • @vanhallaadventures
    @vanhallaadventures  Рік тому +119

    2 months, 500 miles, and over 1,000,000 steps. The Camino gifted me many things one of which is deep gratitude for the journey itself. I hope you enjoy! BUEN CAMINO!

    • @javidjavadi7140
      @javidjavadi7140 Рік тому +2

      Congrats 👏👏Your determination and perseverance have surely taken you on an emotional journey of self-discovery and growth. I am so proud of you for pushing through the challenges and obstacles to achieve this incredible milestone. You are a shining example of what it means to set a goal and work hard to make it a reality. Keep shining and inspiring others with your amazing journey!
      👍👍👏👏

    • @nancycompagnie6500
      @nancycompagnie6500 Рік тому +4

      Been following your adventures for a while now, especially enjoyed watching this one 🙂. I'm going on my first camino next spring, starting from my hometwon in Belgium. It will take me a good 2 months to get to St-Jean, i'm going as far as Muxia and Finisterre, so i'm thinking i will be hiking fot about 4 months...can't wait 🙂
      Until then i'm living vicariously through your adventures. Thanks for sharing all this x

    • @habitdiary9034
      @habitdiary9034 Рік тому +1

      HI there, What kind of camera do you use?

    • @thomasthomsen6763
      @thomasthomsen6763 Рік тому

      2 months for the frances?

    • @jabbielyii8736
      @jabbielyii8736 Рік тому +4

      @@thomasthomsen6763 Each one of us needs our time. How long did you take? Not by walking faster you reach the goal sooner.

  • @MMESSINA2
    @MMESSINA2 Рік тому +64

    Thank you Crystal for this amazing reflection of your journey on the Camino. I am a “veteran” of the Camino having traveled it over the span of three installments in 1999, 2000, and 2001. I have sought out and watched many UA-cam video accounts of people who have documented their Camino journey…yours in my opinion was absolutely the best I have ever watched. Your narrative and thoughts so captured the heart, essence, and spirit of this amazing 1000 year old tradition. Bravo, my fellow pilgrim! Thank you and Buen Camino for the many roads to come in your life.

  • @KarelEmck
    @KarelEmck Рік тому +31

    “What am I really doing with my life?
    I want to be of value to the world. “
    (Midlifecrisis 1.0 - video time 1:00 )
    By documenting a journey like yours, with a video like this, you’re already bringing value to the world! Not only by giving information about the pelgrims hike, but also by openly sharing your struggles with a question most of us will face sometime.
    So maybe your guides gave you an ‘immediate inspiration’ to share the big question - What am I really doing with my life? - and by sharing only you create value.
    Keep up the good work. ❤

  • @stevefoster1511
    @stevefoster1511 8 місяців тому +11

    This was really very well done. In 2019 my wife and I walked the Camino Portugues and my daughter walked the Camino Frances and we plan to do the Frances in the future. It's cool that you tackled the impact the walk has on your life. While the reasons for walking are as numerous as the Pilgrims, two lessons for me were that we are all out there for our own reasons and so a perceived unfriendly "Buen Camino" may be simply a sign that the person you just encountered is in the moment of their journey. Nothing more and nothing less. Secondly my walk allowed me to return to my life of abundance and purge a little. Spending weeks with everything you need in a 30 l backpack caused me to view my closet and my possessions differently and over the next 6 months following my return home, I made many trips to Goodwill. Again, thank you for this. Well done. You are a very good visual storyteller and I enjoyed following your journey.

  • @jayduncan9315
    @jayduncan9315 Рік тому +35

    I am so entranced by you, your journey and your graciousness of taking us along. I am a 60 year old woman who has always dreamed of walking the Camino and your video has now sparked the flame. I am making plans to do this epic journey next year. Thank you so much for this incredible gift and sharing your transformation. You are a very gifted filmmaker. As I see it, that is your contribution to the world. Keep sharing your journey's and opening up possibilities for others.

    • @di_tattoolover
      @di_tattoolover 9 місяців тому +6

      I am the same.. 63 next week and this walk has been a dream for around 50 years.. it’s now or never, so maybe I’ll see you on the trail next year.

    • @webtonio1
      @webtonio1 5 місяців тому +1

      Animo,nunca vas a ser mas
      joven

    • @user-gu3yp9yt4l
      @user-gu3yp9yt4l 2 місяці тому

      I 100 percent agree! She did an incredible job taking us along her journey and inspiring us to take that next step into our own! Much appreciated.

  • @brentnorman6848
    @brentnorman6848 Рік тому +11

    What a beautiful and honest documentary. I walked the Camino Frances with my sister back in 2018 and this brought back so many memories. I found it hard enough to walk and try to capture in a journal what I was going through. I don't know how you found the energy to not only walk, but film and then edit this project. When I did it, i had to leave my wife and 2 boys behind. My son Tiago was only 6 months old when I left, and I hit that emotional wall in Sahagun. I was missing them so much and felt guilty for being on Camino. I still get teary eyed when watching people enter the courtyard in Santiago de Compostela. The camino is one of my highlights of my life so far. I was so happy to share it with my sister. I am leaving in 2 weeks with my sister to do the camino Portuguese from Porto. Bom Caminho and thanks so much for sharing.

  • @bhauvana
    @bhauvana 4 місяці тому +4

    I didn't think I'd get emotional watching this, but when you started crying when you made it at the end made me tear up! and then when your friends all cheered you on was such a special moment. I loved your commentary and insights throughout the journey and can relate to a lot fo what you discussed. Feelings of not feeling like you've done anything in your life, questioning what you want out of life. I hope you get all that you desire! I am moving to Spain soon this year and you've inspired me to do complete this walk at some point so thank you! Wish you all the growth, lessons and blessings this life has to teach us.

  • @Paul-lf1bq
    @Paul-lf1bq 11 місяців тому +3

    You can see a lightness in your face at day 16, you’re over the physical hurdle and the walking is easy(ish) . Then the mental/emotional/spiritual gets deeper. A beautiful experience

  • @dimdog8074
    @dimdog8074 3 місяці тому +2

    No matter how many Camino videos i watch, i get taken back to mine, walked the frances, & De Norte, both had a lasting effect.....well done.

  • @CourtneyAmundson
    @CourtneyAmundson Рік тому +15

    Absolutely loved it. Watched it together with my parents tonight, as we continue to talk about maybe doing this pilgrimage as a family one day. Thank you for inspiring with your incredible journey, and amazing film making! I was in a state of awe every time I saw you limping and then picturing you walking extra to set up your tripods to get the shot! What a feat.

  • @mysticalself22
    @mysticalself22 10 місяців тому +9

    This entire video touched my heart. You had so many words of wisdom in this documentary. I really needed to hear what you had to say. We all go through different experiences in life. I resonate with the "leaving your past behind" with the rock. The strength it took to endure this walk, we see you! You add value to the world just by being you. I just went through a total emotional day healing. Your video is something that added value to my healing journey. I think that's very beautiful. Thank you for your existence on this planet. ✨️💜

  • @dbb96ac
    @dbb96ac Рік тому +3

    What a beautiful testimony of your Camino! I connected with your struggle in the middle section. Sometimes I feel a little sad and empty for no obvious reason. It made me feel less isolated for having those emotions when you so eloquently described what that felt like for you and how you gave yourself the grace to just be with those feelings. I’ve hiked the Francais route a few times in my life and I know I will again one day. It’s a place of refuge, beauty and joy. ❤️

  • @upcycledcopycat8389
    @upcycledcopycat8389 Рік тому +10

    You shouldn't think "what have I done with my life!?!"
    You SHOULD think..."LOOK at what I have done.". Not everyone can travel and experience everything you have. All the places & experiences that you share with us. You should look at your life and say to yourself "I've been sooooo lucky". I'm very thankful that you've chosen to share it. 😊

  • @passionatelifeproject
    @passionatelifeproject Рік тому +4

    I loved following your journey Crystal. This was truly an amazing doco. I laughed with you, celebrated with you and even cried with you. The Camino is something I've always wanted to do, maybe one day.

  • @pfneuman
    @pfneuman Рік тому +5

    Well done! I have never seen a video of the Camino that touched and resonated with me as this one. The feelings and insights that I had when I did the mini Camino are all in sync with what you said about your walk. You have inspired me to think about doing the entire French Camino.

  • @CreatrixxeCerise
    @CreatrixxeCerise Рік тому +5

    I already loved following you from episode to episode, but to watch your Camino as a whole again was such a treat! So inspiring. And your filmmaking skills are over the top! Thank you so much! Sending love from Berlin, Germany 💚💚💚

  • @astcal
    @astcal 9 місяців тому +8

    this is the best video journal of Camino de Santiago I have seen on UA-cam.

  • @meredithheath5272
    @meredithheath5272 11 місяців тому +1

    She has been doing a beautiful job, documenting her journeys. Almost brings me to tears!

  • @petergoddard1960
    @petergoddard1960 11 місяців тому +5

    Just wonderful, I was spellbound throughout and I will now watch the series from beginning to end to get a wider perspective on the trip. So many incredible moments, and yes, I cried with you on that last mile.

  • @klee3843
    @klee3843 11 місяців тому +3

    Absolutely beautiful your journey of beauty, struggles, rest, camaraderie and provokingly honest thoughts and feelings made it impossible to stop watching. Thank you, Crystal, for the reminder that the Camino is calling me, as well. Godspeed.

  • @meredithheath5272
    @meredithheath5272 11 місяців тому +3

    Most of us watching Crystal's Journey are happy for her - and crying, too, at the very end 💗👏🏅🏆 Brava, Ceystal - you are a marvelous videographer and story teller! And we are so happy for you!
    I got into the vortex of her story, even from the beginning!

  • @ly74
    @ly74 Рік тому +8

    Apart from your great performance on the Camino, the movie is insanely well made! I have a very small UA-cam channel myself and can see how much is involved in shooting and editing all these different scenes and perspectives. The result is really great! Greetings from Germany!

  • @pinkiesmum
    @pinkiesmum Рік тому +7

    WOW! This was the best Camino video I've seen so far. Maybe because like you I am a solo woman who intends to do the Camino on my own. Thank you for sharing and well done! X

  • @lisadubois5098
    @lisadubois5098 11 місяців тому +1

    I loved watching your video. You journey was amazing and an inspiration.
    I finished the Camino a few weeks ago and it brought back all those wonderful feelings and now memories. It really is life changing in so many positive ways. Well done on your achievement Crystal 👏🏻

  • @cleovillanueva
    @cleovillanueva Рік тому +1

    There's really no describing the myriad emotions that sweep through you as you enter Santiago. Looking forward to experiencing it again. Thank you for sharing your journey! Congratulations and buen camino!

  • @liafiol-matta2736
    @liafiol-matta2736 10 місяців тому

    OMG, thank you for sharing your journey with such honesty and spirit. I loved it! I’m planning my first Camino and your experience has motivated me even more. I cried along with you. Your life is already meaningful but I know you’re on your way to doing beautiful and wonderful things for the world. I wish you the best . Buen camino. ♥️

  • @larrymic2526
    @larrymic2526 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you soooo much for this video. Such an inspiration. I am 67, just retired and in good health and I want to now do this. Wish I knew what changes you have decided for your future. I needed this years and years ago. All the very best.

  • @danielbertsch8291
    @danielbertsch8291 6 місяців тому +2

    Since watching the Emilio Estevez/Martin Sheen film, The Way, several years ago, I have periodically binged Camino documentaries and vlogs. This film (Yes! A film rather than a vlog!) is among the best! The exposition of challenges - physical, emotional, philosophical - is heartfelt, honest, and engaging. The traverse of La Meseta really got to me. Your honest discussion of depression at the completion of the trek in Santiago was refreshing. I enjoyed the viewing experience so much that I just emerged from the Icelandic hot springs along with you and your husband! Buen Camino! Ganji per vel!

  • @beverleydanziger4099
    @beverleydanziger4099 Рік тому +1

    This is beautiful Krystal, it brought tears of joy to see it again. Sending lots of love and gratitude to you.

  • @liztrollope9762
    @liztrollope9762 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Crystal. I had almost given up my Camino dream but watch your story has sparked it again for me .
    Thank you for allowing us in to your honest reflections and for your beautifuly ediited labour of love

  • @linelafrance2937
    @linelafrance2937 11 місяців тому +2

    thank you for sharing these moments and personal reflections with us along the way. Thank you also for sharing your spirituality and your guides with us. You've allowed me to add something to my rucksack (my guides, my intentions) that I'm going to forget when I do the WHW soon. Even if this trail is much shorter on its own, it will still be a revelation for me. I burst into tears when you stood in front of the cross. And you were right, it's not because it's the place and everyone's doing it, that you have to do it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, this video brings me so much,

  • @Merbella
    @Merbella Рік тому +1

    What fun watching your journey again. Life has changed so much since you first showed your walk. This brought back those wonderful feelings of strength and exploration ❤ buen camino 😊

  • @droneselect744
    @droneselect744 Рік тому +1

    Crystal, thanks for sharing a great video of your Camino, I have watched lots of these now preparing for my own Camino next year. I loved your honesty and sharing the ups and downs as your Camino unfolded. I hope you continue to learn from your spiritual journey and take them through the rest of your life! Buen Camino, Cheers Adrian

  • @donnawheeler3563
    @donnawheeler3563 Рік тому +3

    I cried and laughed with you 🙏🏼❤️thank you for this beautiful, tender and honest share.

  • @shellidalton3253
    @shellidalton3253 6 місяців тому +2

    BEST documentary ever!! Thank you for sharing this. Day 18 of your journey, my mantra the entire West Highland Way. It so awesome to know someone gets it ❤️

  • @jolenaddy
    @jolenaddy 4 місяці тому +2

    Your documentary inspired me and I completed the Camino Frances in June last year. It was indescribable. Thank you!

  • @MrPeDeQ
    @MrPeDeQ Рік тому +2

    Thankyou for sharing your journey with us on UA-cam. I also feel the Camino calling to me. I have had an empty feeling inside for a while and lack of direction in my life. I have become a spiritual person with the Journeys i have done to date and i find your journey inspirational to go deeper on the Camino de Santiago de compatstella , thankyou Krystal

  • @JosWalker-lc6ou
    @JosWalker-lc6ou Місяць тому +2

    Gday Cristal… from DownUnder in W Australia!
    I have followed your Camino .. & just love your calming attitude, graciousness & your spiritual awareness. I
    am 77 yrs old lady & you have inspired me to walk Sarria to Santiago de Compostela! … probably April ‘25.
    Gracias muchas!
    Jos
    Perth WA

  • @jerhughes500
    @jerhughes500 11 місяців тому +1

    Ive just watched your wonderful film of your journey, thankyou. You captured the highs and lows and the raw emotion of it. I havent done the walk yet, but i feel youve given a real insight into it. 🙏

  • @alejandramguerrero5885
    @alejandramguerrero5885 Рік тому +16

    That was an awesome production Krystal ! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Thank you for all the effort you put, into documenting this most special journey . I truly appreciated your candidness and honesty throughout it ALL . I learned so much from watching your videos and I am so grateful that you shared so much useful info with us as well . You are an inspiration to me and, I’m sure , to many others as well . I have so enjoyed following you on this trek . I truly feel that doing this trip alone , as you did , is the most beneficial to the soul . I really do , as arduous as it may appear at times . I’m so happy that you got so much out of your experience . Your truly heartfelt emotion at the end of your journey said it all . Omg You actually made me tear up as well! 😭
    Anyway…Congrats on a great job done and Here’s to many more adventures and journeys 🥂! God bless✨

  • @ooberonfire
    @ooberonfire 7 місяців тому

    My wife and I are walking the Camino Ingles next year and as you can imagine I'm watching lots videos and reading lots of stuff about it. This was a beautiful film you have put together. Thank you for letting us join you on your journey.

  • @annetteduhig1865
    @annetteduhig1865 11 днів тому +1

    Yes!! My like pushed your likes from 4k to 4.1k! It deserves a lot more. It's so well edited.
    I really enjoyed watching your documentary. It's real and honest. Very well done, both on the filming and doing the walk. I love the attention you pay to your intuition.

  • @evelina5672
    @evelina5672 Рік тому +2

    OMG, THERE'S NO MILLION VIEWS???? YOU DESERVE MUCH MORE FEEDBACK!!! THIS IS THE MOST CANDID VIDEO ABOUT HIKING AND SANTIAGO!!! THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH FOR YOUR EFFORT, STRENGTH AND STUNNING VIDEO FOR EVENING WATCHING!!!! LOVE IIIIIT!!! HOLD ON!!!!!

  • @carenalmeida8037
    @carenalmeida8037 Рік тому +5

    Dear CrystaI I loved the story of your pilgrimage... I imagined to myself what it would be like to leave a husband and children (old ones who already work) for so many days and all the emotions on the surface... and although it may be hard and painful, It would also be beautiful... I've had the idea of ​​going for five years now, I'm preparing myself, God willing, for next year... So congratulations on everything you've achieved on this path and I wish you a blessed path in life.

  • @essaestil615
    @essaestil615 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your journey. I love your authenticity. Last year my sister and I walked the Portuguese route. I wanted to reflect on my life. I was very grateful for that opportunity. I plan to do the French route but can’t find the courage right now. I’m scared of being lost….I will do it someday. Take care and hope you’re doing well.

  • @49erfaithfulforever
    @49erfaithfulforever Рік тому +1

    I turn 60 next year and decided that I too will walk the Camino in 2024. Thank you for sharing your experience. Thoroughly enjoyed your documentary.

  • @amorlomibao3452
    @amorlomibao3452 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Crystal. I like your daily narratives. Its not just the adventure but I felt your human emotion, trials and challenges. I only heard of Santiago de Compostella in my 60s and my work schedule always prevailed. I did the last league (Sarria to Santiago) twice, nothing in comparison to yours. I found your video through my older brother who plans to do it next year. God willing our plan materializes.

  • @cathyy7135
    @cathyy7135 Рік тому

    So awesome, Crystal! Thank you for sharing.

  • @kimberlychoanwood-saldana2646
    @kimberlychoanwood-saldana2646 9 місяців тому +1

    I cried with you and giggled with you. I almost felt the pain in my feet. It was emotional. Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @user-yt6ho9rb6t
    @user-yt6ho9rb6t 4 місяці тому +1

    I watched numerous documentaries about this camino. Yours is by far my favorite. Great job❤️

  • @robhenzen3045
    @robhenzen3045 Рік тому +1

    Thank you very much fot sharing this beautiful video! It's rather special to realize you reached SdC in the same month as I did (together with my camino family,, Per, Betty and Anne). Wish you all the best for the rest of you walking adventures!

  • @loriegriffin1108
    @loriegriffin1108 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this wonderful video. I just found your channel. You are such an inspiration. Best of luck.

  • @monique4625
    @monique4625 5 місяців тому +1

    I loved watching your personal journey on the Camino. It really inspired me. Some people make it all look great, you give us an honest view how it really is like. With the ups and the downs. Thank you ❤

  • @youreachampion
    @youreachampion Рік тому +1

    Congrats girl.🎉 I have periodically watched short versions of your journey, but I liked watching this whole journey (while on the treadmill).

  • @andyhilton2782
    @andyhilton2782 5 місяців тому +2

    20:26 - "I accepted what it was, and moved on..." Didn't dwell on it. Good stuff. Thank you for sharing a part of your journey. Sincerely, fellow Camino walker

  • @allayuzko8174
    @allayuzko8174 Рік тому

    Thank you so much! I have been contemplating going on Camino and got a lot of inspiration from you ! Again, thanks a lot!

  • @dkrumfox
    @dkrumfox 6 днів тому +1

    Look at that beautiful light shining on and through you.

  • @kirwanqueren
    @kirwanqueren 9 місяців тому +3

    I have to say, I loved your diary of the Camino. That sniff under the arm was so real, and funny, and such a human moment. Thank you for taking us along with you.

    • @vanhallaadventures
      @vanhallaadventures  8 місяців тому

      Haha! thank you! I definitely had some smelly days on the Camino lol.

  • @Angela-ne9cy
    @Angela-ne9cy Рік тому +4

    Seems like a very realistic synopsis of the Camino. Your extended (daily) version highlighted so many moments of joy and friendship and laughter but curiously, this documentary seems to primarily highlight the inner and outer struggles.

  • @craigwilliams4161
    @craigwilliams4161 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow what a journey. It was a moment of joy at the end when we saw the butterfly emerge from your cocoon. You will enlighten us through your jourbeys. Thank you Crystal Buen Camino!

  • @mbelholm
    @mbelholm 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing this. That was amazing!.
    I've though about doing the camino, and after seeing this I know I need to now 😊.

  • @musiktenor
    @musiktenor 10 місяців тому

    What a beautiful sharing of your camino de Santiago experience. Thank you! it reminded me of my wonderful time walking the way of st James. Buen Camino!

  • @samuelpaul7767
    @samuelpaul7767 5 місяців тому

    This video is just what I needed to see today. Myself and my grandmother are planning on doing the same walk as you at the end of September. We are so beyond and excited to step out on this journey together!

  • @mmeijs
    @mmeijs 11 місяців тому +1

    Just Wow, how beautiful, so strong of you to be so vulnerable. A very inspiaring video. Loved it !

  • @AaTbKapta
    @AaTbKapta Рік тому +1

    Thank you Crystal.
    You have added a bucket to my list.

  • @jitszzz
    @jitszzz Рік тому

    Wauw! Thank you so much for this video! :)

  • @antoniovedoy7990
    @antoniovedoy7990 Рік тому +1

    A very inspirational experience you have shared with us. Thank you!!

  • @MarkGrago
    @MarkGrago Рік тому +1

    You have created a beautiful presentation! Thank you for sharing it with the world. I have added this production to my favorites list of Camino Pilgrimages. 👍👍👍☦☦☦

  • @JoansJunkJournalsAndMore
    @JoansJunkJournalsAndMore Рік тому +2

    I really enjoyed this, your sincerity and everything. I am 60 and want to do this soon for many reasons. I am starting to get more serious about it and watching more videos to learn and prepare myself more mentally. Now to prepare myself physically.

  • @user-md9hb6ls5m
    @user-md9hb6ls5m Рік тому

    Wow! Incredible!! I shed tears with you! Love to you. You touched my heart

  • @smegheadish
    @smegheadish 11 місяців тому +2

    " I don't want the same life I had. " Yes! Love those words:)

  • @barbaragood7844
    @barbaragood7844 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you sooo much, Crystal for documenting your beautiful and emotional journey on the Camino de Santiago, l felt deeply touched 💛 🌻🐝🐓🐔🦋🥾🍀🌞

  • @bvoz17
    @bvoz17 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing your journey!

  • @letitiarosenthal2286
    @letitiarosenthal2286 11 місяців тому +2

    Fabulous video that you. It brought back memories and emotions from when I did it 7 years ago. When you cried, I cried along with you. Watching your video was like reliving my own journey. And I too had feet that looked like yours with bandages and plasters all over them and walked half the time in my sandles. Well done, you did a wonderful job of the video.

  • @kimb4285
    @kimb4285 10 місяців тому +1

    OMG what a fantastic video/journey, I felt like I was with you, now I don't have to do it myself (I couldn't if I tried) you were amazing, I cried, laughed and loved every bit about the journey, I cried so much at the end for you with mixed emotions, what a feeling it must have been, what a wonderful young lady you are, I hope you truly have an amazing and more adventuristic life, thank you so much for sharing this unbelievable journey x (UK)

  • @smokedkitty410
    @smokedkitty410 11 місяців тому +1

    Me ha encantado tu viaje.El video está muy bien editado y con mucho sentido. El Camino es un viaje introspectivo que todos deberíamos hacer una vez en la vida, salir de nuestra zona de confort y encontrarnos a nosotros mismos. Tú ya lo has hecho, gracias por compartirlo.

  • @klondyke2569
    @klondyke2569 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this, I enjoyed it greatly. I really choked up watching parts of this especially your last few kilometers, (yes us men have emotions 😂) but I loved the laughter too and the beautiful contacts you had with others. I too walked the Francais and like you I believe I found myself and it has made me a better person.
    So thank you so much for this excellent contribution to the camino I've watched a lot and its up there with the best! Bless you.

  • @Hudd12345
    @Hudd12345 Рік тому +1

    Well done and great spirit :) you are an inspiration

  • @Juanfernandez-sm8jl
    @Juanfernandez-sm8jl Рік тому

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
    Thanks for the video and the tips, it's a good idea for beginners on the Camino de Santiago!!

  • @AndreBoysen
    @AndreBoysen 11 місяців тому

    Great diary of your journey. I really enjoyed watching it. I am planning my own journey and your sharing helped me a lot

  • @shinystuffff
    @shinystuffff 9 місяців тому +1

    My dad is doing this right now, Villafranco currently. I have physical issues, so I may never make this walk, but I'm glad to watch your journey paralleling my dad's walk. Glad you had a Buen Camino. 👍🏼🇪🇸

    • @vanhallaadventures
      @vanhallaadventures  8 місяців тому

      Aw I love how you can follow him with this video. That makes my heart so happy! Buen Camino to your Dad and blessings to you as well :)

  • @michaelgoodson6122
    @michaelgoodson6122 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing ALL your journey the highs the lows the physical , mental and spiritual Thanks Buen Camino
    Michael and Wendy (from Australia)

  • @reginamueller7056
    @reginamueller7056 Рік тому

    Wow good for you!!! I loved following you journey!! You are a great inspiration, and I love your happy loving personality!!
    Thank you for sharing yourself and this journey!!! 👍❤❤🤗

  • @user-en8qw1gy9i
    @user-en8qw1gy9i Рік тому +1

    that was so beautiful. I'm in training to start in September, you have instilled confidence in me. thank you...

  • @donnak3302
    @donnak3302 7 місяців тому

    This has been on my bucket list. Your video just sealed the deal. I'll be going solo. Thank you

  • @sbeaulieu2500
    @sbeaulieu2500 3 місяці тому

    I just want to say that I have watched so many Camino videos and I am truly blown away by your honesty and persistence, I have watched yours and many other videos over the last few years. You make the journey interesting and honest and i have wanted to do this walk since my kids were 3 and 5 and now they are 13 and 15. We used to do crab camino races on the beach when they were little. When you mentioned journaling, i immediately thought of my best friend who lives in port alberni BC who is almost the same as you in so many ways. He journals every morning and gets in touch with his thoughts and feelings on a continuous basis. He is my best friend and we have know each other for so many years since grade 9. He questions his value almost daily and like you walks through it on to the next destination. I appreciate you, Thanks....

  • @eugeniocalvo7637
    @eugeniocalvo7637 9 місяців тому +2

    more interesting than seeing the beautiful landscapes of the Camino again is recognizing in other people the transformations that this experience brings... only those who have overcome their challenges recognize every smile and every tear. excellent video.

  • @santbr
    @santbr 8 місяців тому +1

    I cried with you at the end! Beautiful and honest vídeo, thanks for documenting and sharing it with us! Congratulations!!! You did it! All by yourself! You're a brave woman, your resilience is inspiring. It was beautiful to see your husband supported your individuality in this.
    I dream of doing the Camino but first I want to do the Everest Base Camp trekk.

    • @vanhallaadventures
      @vanhallaadventures  8 місяців тому

      Thank you! WOW - let me know how the Everest Base Camp trek goes! I am curious about this myself :)

  • @biondahiensch7534
    @biondahiensch7534 Рік тому +3

    WOW an awesome journey. Thank you for taking us with you. Goodluck for your next journey ❤

    • @vanhallaadventures
      @vanhallaadventures  Рік тому

      Thank you!
      Please remember to subscribe and share with your friends!

  • @anngilchrist8050
    @anngilchrist8050 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your journey. I wish I had the fitness to do it. I felt and shared your tearful emotion when you made to the end. Well done. I hope your still walking and have found your peace. ❤

    • @vanhallaadventures
      @vanhallaadventures  8 місяців тому +2

      Thank you! I am still walking :) We just finished the West Highland Way and Great Glen way in Scotland. It was beautiful but very different than the Camino. I think Camino's can look many different ways. Maybe you can take your own Camino, even if it is near your home or more of an inward Camino if you are unable to walk. I appreciate the kind words. Blessed be

  • @sallymckenzie3478
    @sallymckenzie3478 Рік тому

    Wonderful story of your journey!

  • @duchesshenderson4482
    @duchesshenderson4482 Рік тому +2

    I cycled the meseta as had a post-Camino vacation through Normandy and by doing so, cut 6 to 7 days of walking down to just over two. A lot of people frown on this, but it worked for me and the way I look at it is I still made it through by my own foot power, and just traded sore feet for sore bums for two days. Lol. I do plan to walk it some day though.

  • @AliveBoldTV
    @AliveBoldTV 5 місяців тому +2

    I’m planning to do this alone & im so excited. COVID shutdowns got in the way in 2020, but 4 years later I’m going to do it finally

  • @rangelet
    @rangelet 11 місяців тому +3

    I've never watched an entire UA-cam video of someone's journey, but I am glad I stuck this out. Congrats and well done. Appreciate you sharing your experiences. My wife and I look forward to doing our pilgrimage in 2024 at the ripe age of 55.

    • @vanhallaadventures
      @vanhallaadventures  11 місяців тому +1

      Wow, thank you! That is such a meaningful compliment :) I wish you the most incredible journey. It forever changed my life and I know it will for both of you too! BUEN CAMINO!!!!

    • @rangelet
      @rangelet 11 місяців тому

      @@vanhallaadventures thank you!

  • @Vasquezgirl
    @Vasquezgirl 10 місяців тому

    Amazing!!! Thank you for share It!! Buen camino to all!!

  • @LB-kc4ri
    @LB-kc4ri Рік тому

    Great story, thanks!!

  • @user-qe2cj5tl7d
    @user-qe2cj5tl7d 2 місяці тому +2

    I found this very emotional and inspiring… You rock my friend ❤

  • @jihanjude6634
    @jihanjude6634 Місяць тому +2

    Your videos are so inspirational. Your transparency. Thank you for sharing your journey.

  • @sandramazilevskyte8639
    @sandramazilevskyte8639 11 місяців тому

    I am leaving to my Camino in 5 days and I was so touched by your Camino. I cried a lot as I felted so close to you and why you were walking. Much of love and respect ❤

    • @JaissonTatto
      @JaissonTatto 11 місяців тому +1

      I'm wishing a BUEN CAMINO, all the way from Arizona.

  • @louisz8951
    @louisz8951 Рік тому

    I love it! Congrats