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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

Saint Nicholas, the original Father Christmas

6th December is the Feast Day of Saint Nicholas, also known as Nicholas of Bari and the saint who inspired the figure of Father Christmas or Santa Claus. Patron saint

8 Beautiful shrines of Italy

Home of saints, Popes and historic shrines, a pilgrimage to Italy is always a joyful and spiritually enriching experience. Today we introduce you to some of the most special and

Digital COVID Certificate and other travel advice

At Joe Walsh Tours we are delighted to be able to travel again. We are aware that travelling might require a little bit more preparation and paperwork at the moment

Our hotels in Fatima

The Joe Walsh Tours team works with some of the best hotels in Fatima: HOTEL CINQUENTENARIO 4-star Hotel Cinquentenário is a modern and well-equipped hotel, located only a 4-minute walk from the

Xacobeo Holy Year on the Camino de Santiago

A Xacobeo Holy Year, also known as Ano Xacobeo or Jacobean Year, is a very special event for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago. It takes place when 25th July, the

Essential travel tips for your trip to the Holy Land

In order to help you prepare for this once in a lifetime holiday, the Joe Walsh Tours travel experts have prepared these essential and simple travel tips for your trip

8 Things to do and see in Fatima, Portugal

The small town of Fatima in Portugal has been an important place of Catholic pilgrimage since Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children in 1917. Its Sanctuary is visited by

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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What does it mean to go on a pilgrimage?

A pilgrimage is generally considered a journey undertaken to a sacred or holy place, as pilgrims embark on this special journey for spiritual reasons. While the exact origins of pilgrimage

Our hotels in Lourdes

The Joe Walsh Tours Pilgrimages team works with some of the best hotels in Lourdes

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