Considering hiking the Camino de Santiago or Piemont Route, which connects St-Jean-Pied-de-Port and Lourdes, then you’re likely to be wondering what to look for in a tour, or if you’re best going it alone. Selecting which pilgrimage tour requires thoughtful consideration to ensure comfort, safety, and a fulfilling spiritual experience. Here are some key factors to look for:

Laos is one of Southeast Asia’s hidden gems; untouched by the crowds and heavy tourism often seen in its neighboring countries, but it won’t stay that way much longer! Loas is one of the last frontier lands, with dramatic landscapes, vibrant tribal cultures, and some of the best adventure activities in Asia. Yet for years, one thing held travelers back: getting around. With winding, largely unsealed roads, few people having an actual driver’s license, and limited public transport options, travel in Laos has been notoriously challenging and only for the most intrepid amongst us.