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9 Things to do and see in Lourdes

Lourdes has been one of the most important Marian shrines in Europe since Our Lady appeared to Saint Bernadette in the 19th century with thousands of pilgrims visiting the town

What are the three secrets of Fatima?

The three secrets of Fatima are the prophecies or messages given by Our Lady to the three shepherd children, Lucia dos Santos, Fancisco and Jacinta Marto; during her apparitions in

Why is Malta a place of Pilgrimage?

The Mediterranean island of Malta is a very special place for Catholic Pilgrimage as it is home to very important and iconic religious shrines, as well as being the place

How is Holy Week celebrated?

Holy Week or Easter is one of the most important and sacred times of the Christian calendar as well as a meaningful time for pilgrimage for Catholics as we remember

Easter Pilgrimage 2024

Easter or Holy Week is the most sacred time of the year and also a very special time for pilgrimage. At Joe Walsh Tours we have a selection of wonderful

Things to do on your pilgrimage to Rome

Home of Popes and Saints, cradle of Christianity and also of Western civilisation... There are many extraordinary holy sites to visit and things to do on a pilgrimage to Rome,

New Year New Pilgrimages

New Year brings New Pilgrimages at Joe Walsh Tours! Honour Our Lady Queen of Peace in Medjugorje, be part of our groups and Diocesan Pilgrimages, travel to Lourdes to recall

Competition: Share your review to win a trip to Lourdes!

At Joe Walsh Tours, we are delighted to be giving pilgrims who travelled with us this year a chance to win a trip to Lourdes for two people. If you

Autumn Pilgrimages 2023 from Ireland

Autumn is just around the corner and at Joe Walsh Tours we would like to share with you inspiring pilgrimages departing this Autumn to some of our most beloved shrines:

Things to do and see in the Holy Land

A trip to the Holy Land is an extraordinary, once in a lifetime experience. Steeped in history and culture, and shaped by different faiths and communities, the Holy Land is

Register for Pilgrimages 2026

Planning your 2026 pilgrimage? We are currently finalising dates for our Pilgrimages 2026 programme, in the meantime you can register for our newsletter and you will be notified by email

Our groups at World Youth Day 2023 Lisbon

The Joe Walsh Tours team was delighted to assist groups of young pilgrims as they took part in World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon

What is the Camino pilgrim passport or Credencial?

Today we introduce you to one of the most important items you should have with you during your journey on the Camino de Santiago: the ‘Credencial’ or Camino Pilgrim Passport.

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

Feast of Our Lady of Fatima

May 13th is the day we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, a very important date in the Catholic Church and the most special day at the Sanctuary.

11 interesting facts about Lourdes

The town of Lourdes in France is known the world over as a pilgrimage destination, today we introduce you to 11 interesting facts about Lourdes you might not know about

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