Camino de Santiago 2017 Brochure

Camino DE

Santiago the portuguese way Walk the Camino to raise vital funds for The Irish Hospice Foundation

Sunday 24th September - Sunday 1st October 2017

Every Step Counts

the camino

an incredible journey Why walk the Camino?

This incredible experience is rewarding, fun and great exercise along the most beautiful scenic coasts of Portugal and northern Spain! It is a combination of stone and dirt paths, boardwalks and small country roads.

An amazing journey taking in beaches, rolling hills and gentle, flat paths while walking distances of approximately 20 km per day.

Galicia and Santiago The section of the Camino which you will be walking is located in the region of Galicia in the northwest of Spain.

The region is known as the “Ireland of Spain”, it has a temperate climate and the heat is not as overwhelming as it can be in the rest of Spain.

The walk starts in Oia and continues to Santiago de Compostela. You will be walking along the most amazing sandy beaches of south Galicia. Go for a dip in clear waters of the Vigo estuary. Discover the most historic and cultural areas of Spain in the medieval towns of Pontevedra and Baiona.

We will finish the walk in the historic city of Santiago de Compostela, commonly known as Santiago. The city has its origin in the shrine of Saint James the Great, which is now the city’s cathedral. It is a destination of the ‘Way of St. James’, a leading Catholic pilgrimage route originated in the 9th century. In 1985 the city’s Old Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Itinerary Day 1: Oia to Baiona (5h, 20km) Sunday 24th September After an early arrival (10am), we will make our way towards Oia to start the walk into lovely Baiona. You will choose to walk between 5-10-15 or 20 km.

Day 2: Baiona to Vigo (7h, 28km) Monday 25th September The way out of the gorgeous town of Baiona will keep you along sandy beach for most of the day. You will have regular opportunities to stop in local cafes along the beach. You will then enter a typical Galician entrance of Vigo and the maze of streets before entering Vigo via its wide sandy beach where we will set for the night. There will be plenty time to dip tired legs and bodies in the refreshing sea.

Day 3: Vigo to Pontevdra (5h, 18Km) Tuesday 26th September After a short transfer to bypass some of the unpleasant exit of Vigo, you will walk from Redondela on the classic Portuguese Way to Pontevedra. Reaching the historic site of Ponte Sampaio, the Camino crosses the Verdugo River. During the War of Independence, Napoleon’s army suffered one of its greatest defeats in Galicia at this bridge. Heading up a cobbled footpath we come to the 13th century church of Santa Maria. Views of the Bay of Vigo are stunning

hamlet of Santa Marina. Going downhill, we then cross the river Fontenlo. Finally, following a Camino lined with pine trees, we catch up again with the river as we arrive in Padron. Padron is famous for being the first land sighted by the ship bearing the body of Saint James.

Day 4 – Pontevedra to Caldas de Rei (5h 15m, 18km)

Wednesday 27th September

Passing chestnut groves, the Camino leaves Pontevedra and runs parallel to the railway for a while. After passing through the hamlet of Ponte Cabras, we encounter the rectory of Santa Maria de Alba, tucked away among pine and eucalyptus trees. Emerging from the dense woods of Lombo da Maceira, you’ll see a statue of Saint James the pilgrim, his cane pointing the way to proceed. The lovely village of Tibo brings us to Caldas do Rei.

Day 6 – Padron to Santiago de Compostela (6h, 24km). End of the Camino Friday 29th September The Camino passes through many small villages and hamlets before arriving at the Baroque sanctuary of A Esclavitude. On a hilltop to the left stands the mysterious, abandoned ruins of the hillfort Castro Lupario, and couple of kilometres later, we come to the oldest wayside crosses in Galicia. As we near Agro dos Monteiros, it is now possible to see the towers of the cathedral. Finally the Camino passes by the ruins of a castle known as A Rocha Vella, before entering the city of the Apostle.

Day 5 - Caldas to Padron (5h 20m, 21km) Thursday 28th September Exiting the town, we take a bridge over the river Umia that leads us to a fountain of hot spring water that had lent the town its name since Roman times. Entering the woods once more, the Camino makes its way gently uphill to the Page 3

Days 7 and 8 – Santiago Saturday 30th September - Sunday 1st October Free day in Santiago on day 7 for last minute souvenirs shopping, then early transfer to Vigo Airport on Day 8.

How do I sign up?

The total participation fee for our Camino Event is €1,695.

Training Days

The total participation fee of €1,695 is made up of two elements: • Tour cost of €895 including flights.

• Fundraising of €800.

The tour cost of €895 must be paid as follows: • Registration fee of €200 on sign-up.

• Balance of €695 due 21 days after receipt of registration fee.

The sponsorship of €800 must be paid: • First payment of €500 due by 31th July 2017.

• Second payment of €300 due by 1st September 2017.

Pre-trip Briefing We will invite all participants to a briefing meeting where you will have a chance to meet the Follow The Camino and The Irish Hospice Foundation teams.

Our partners, “Follow the Camino” have a new training programme – a series of one-day walks around Ireland.

Here you will have the chance to meet fellow pilgrims, ask questions about your trip and receive advice on what to wear and bring with you. These day walks are free and once you have registered with us, you will receive full details of them.

Participation is optional.

You will also have the chance to ask questions about the trip and meet the people you will be walking with in Portugal and Spain. Attendance is optional but highly recommended.

All participants will receive a detailed trip pack in the post approximately one month before departure. This will contain all the necessary travel arrangements.

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Essential Facts n SECURING YOUR PLACE To secure your place you will need to: • Fill in and return the enclosed registration form by 1st June 2017.

• Pay your €200 non-refundable registration fee. You can do this by cheque, credit card over the phone or bank transfer.

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Your place will be confirmed once the full cost of €895 is paid.

Registrations taken after the 30th June 2017 may incur extra costs as flights/hotel costs vary. We will make any change in price clear in advance of registration.

n SPONSORSHIP TARGETS & DEADLINES Total Participation Fee: €1,695.00 • Deadline 1: Pay registration fee – €200 as soon as possible or by 1st June.

• Deadline 2: Pay balance of tour cost – €695 within 21 days or by 30th June (whichever is closer) to secure your place on the trip.

N.B. No travel arrangements will be made for you until the balance of the tour cost is paid.

• Deadline 3: Raise and pay first instalment of funds, €500, by 30th July.

• Deadline 4: Raise and pay 2nd instalment of funds, €300, by 1st September. Unfortunately, if you do not raise the full funds by this date you may jeopardise your place on the trip.

n FUNDRAISING SUPPORT Our fundraising team will provide you with support including: • Access to fundraising materials and IHF merchandise.

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An online sponsorship account friends, family and colleagues can sponsor you online through your own personalised web page on www. everydayhero.ie or www.idonate.ie. We will happily help you set this up.

recognised that strong legs and a good cardiovascular fitness are essential - you will be walking for up to 6 hours per day.

We can provide you with the following support to help you train: • A professionally prepared training guide •

An information session that includes a question and answer session with event staff.

Self-motivation is essential!

n SUPPORT TEAM A trained and professional guide will accompany the group throughout the trip. A member of IHF staff will also be present to provide support and back-up.

The following is also provided: • Transferring your luggage from hotel to hotel.

• First Aid support.

• Guiding the route.

• Water/snack and lunch stops.

n FOOD & ACCOMMODATION • Accommodation is provided for every night of the trip. It is shared twin rooms in 3 or 4H hotels. Please indicate anyone that you would like to share a room with on your registration form. Single rooms are available for an additional fee. If you choose to stay on in Spain after the trip, you will be responsible for organising your own accommodation and flights.

• Water/snack stops. We will aim to stop for water and snacks along the route and recommend that you carry water/snacks/fruit/energy bars each day of the route.

• Breakfast is not provided on the day of outward travel. It is provided from day 2 onwards.

• We will stop for lunch each day but the cost of food/drink is not covered

A direct phone number and email address for an IHF fundraiser.

n TRAINING SUPPORT “Follow The Camino” organise training walks and we will send details of these to you. These are optional and we encourage you to consider the varied terrain of the Camino, the lengths of the walks and the challenges these present. It has to be

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in the trip. You will need to carry money for a sandwich / drink/ fruit.

• Dinner is provided each day from day 1-7 (inc).

• Special dietary requirements.

We are only able to accommodate food allergies, specific diets i.e. vegetarian, vegan, and/or religious or medical dietary requirements.

Personal preferences cannot be accommodated. Please remember to fill them in on the medical questionnaire that you receive once you have registered. If any individual has particular snack preferences they should consider bringing a quantity with them on the trip.

n TRANSPORT • Our flight departs Sunday 24th September from Dublin to Vigo, departing at 06.55am.

• We return on Sunday 1st October from Vigo to Dublin departing at 10:50am.

n WEATHER The weather at this time of year is usually pleasant and sunny with temperature not exceeding 250c, but you should come prepared for all weathers. Ensure you have packed waterproofs, sun hat and sunscreen.

n WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED? • Travel insurance is not included and is mandatory – you must provide us with evidence of your cover. Note: You will not be allowed participate in the trip without travel insurance.

• Personal spending money and cost of lunch each day (allow approx. €4 for a sandwich, €1.50 for a glass of beer, wine or soft drink) • Breakfast on 25th September, lunch (daily) and dinner on 2nd October.

Every Step Counts By stepping out on the Camino you are embarking on a personal challenge but also supporting people nationwide who are facing death or bereavement. Our vision is for no one to face these challenging times without the care and support they need.

Our important programmes include:

Nurses for Night Care Nurses work throughout the night enabling people to spend their final days at home in their own bed with loved ones by their side. 1,734 nights of care was provided by our nurses to 550 people nationwide last year.

Transforming Hospital Spaces Forty eight hospitals are already involved in our Design & Dignity programme which transforms hospital spaces making them a more comfortable dignified place in which to die and grieve.

“This special room brought us back together.”

Over 40 acute hospitals embraced the hospice ethos through our Hospice Friendly Hospitals programme which works closely with staff to ensure that end-of-life, palliative and bereavement care is central to their work.

Every Moment

Matters

Caring for Children “From the moment we met our Children’s Outreach Nurse, she was so helpful. She built me up and gave me the confidence to be able to care for my son when I felt ready to fold.”

Our Hospice Care for Children Campaign helps parents treasure precious time with their little ones.

We’ve supported Ireland’s only Paediatric Consultant with a special interest in Palliative Care and an excellent team of outreach nurses.

Our Palliative Care for All programme ensures the palliative care needs of people living with life-limiting conditions like dementia, heart failure and respiratory diseases are met. This makes palliative care available to all who need it.

Our website www.bereaved.ie provides advice and support and our Bereavement Education Centre trains 3,000 people annually.

Terms and conditions The Camino Walk rules and regulations • For ‘Follow the Camino’ terms and conditions please refer to www.followthecamino.com/terms-and-conditions • It is your responsibility to read through and accept these terms and conditions.

• If you do not have access to the internet please call Follow the Camino on 01 687 2144 and request that the terms and conditions are posted to you.

The Irish Hospice Foundation rules and regulations GENERAL

REGISTRATION FEES AND DONATIONS

SAFETY RULES

• The Irish Hospice Foundation has appointed Follow the Camino (The Company) to organise transport, accommodation, first aid and guides for The Irish Hospice Foundation Camino Walk (“the Event”) and accepts no liability for any loss or damages howsoever arising or for cancellation of the Event for any reason.

• To secure your place you will need to: Fill in and return the enclosed registration form by 1st June 2017 along with your €200 nonrefundable registration fee. You will need to pay the balance of Trip Cost 21 days later or by 30th June (whichever is first) to secure your place on the trip. N.B. No travel arrangements will be made for you until the balance of the tour cost is paid.

• You may not deviate from the official route.

• The Irish Hospice Foundation has no control over the organisation and running of the Event and all participants take part at their own risk.

• The Irish Hospice Foundation has no control over what happens on the Event from the time it departs from Dublin to the time of its return to Dublin. The Irish Hospice Foundation is, therefore, under no liability in contract, negligence, or otherwise for any matter occurring during those dates or for any loss or damage sustained by any participant during those dates. Any complaint must be notified directly to Follow the Camino within 14 days of the end of the Event, in accordance with Follow the Camino Booking Conditions.

• The Irish Hospice Foundation cannot be liable for any injuries that may occur on the walk or during the trip.

• Anyone taking part in this event is acting as a volunteer for The Irish Hospice Foundation and is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and permissions in respect of public collections and fundraising.

• Before 31th July 2017 you must have raised and paid the first instalment of your sponsorship total. By 1st September 2017 you must have raised and paid the 2nd instalment bringing your total raised to €800.00, otherwise you jeopardise your place on the trip.

• If you are unable to obtain the minimum target amount of sponsorship (€800) you are liable to forfeit your place on the Event and your non-refundable registration fee of €200; donations will only be refunded directly to the donor, upon written request by the donor.

• It is your responsibility to tell your prospective sponsors that €895 of the €1,695 total price is the cost of registration and participation in the Event.

• Should the Irish Hospice Foundation cancel the Event, the registration fee of €200 will be refundable to you; donations will only be refunded directly to the donor.

• All funds raised in the name of The Irish Hospice Foundation in connection with the Event must be paid as soon as practicable to the Irish Hospice Foundation [in accordance with the method of payment provisions in the attached Application Form].

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• You are to obey the local traffic regulations, traffic officers and authorised marshals at all times.

WAIVER Participants hereby acknowledge that they take part in the Event and all functions and events related thereto at their own risk. Participants hereby agree for themselves, their executors, administrators, heirs, next-of-kin, successors and assigns to waive release and discharge and to neither have nor institute any claims whatsoever against The Irish Hospice Foundation or ‘Follow the Camino’.

This waiver covers death, disability, personal injury, damage to and loss of property of a participant and is effective whether or not such death, injury, damage or loss may have been caused directly or indirectly or wholly or partly by any act or omission including negligence, of The Irish Hospice Foundation or Follow the Camino or their respective servants, agents and contractors and will bind the heirs, executors and/or trustees of the estate of a participant.

Registration form Sunday 24th September - Sunday 1st October 2017 PERSONAL DETAILS

Are you a smoker?

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IHF Official Camino Walk T-Shirt.

Name(s)

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Surname

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Address

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Date of Birth (must be over 18) __________________________________ Sex (M/F)

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Phone (day)

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Phone (mob)

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Fax

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Email address

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NEXT OF KIN Title

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Name(s)

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Surname

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Address

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Relationship

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Phone (day)

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Phone (mob)

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PASSPORT DETAILS Name (as on passport) _________________________________________

Yes

No

Please see size chart and tick size req.

Size

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M

L

XL

XXL

3XL

4XL

T-SHIRT SIZE CHART S HEIGHT cm 172 – 176 CHEST cm 92 -96

M L 175 – 179 178 -182 96 – 100 100 -104

XL 181 – 185 104 -108

XXL 3XL 184 – 188 187 -191 108 -112 112 – 116

Will you be returning with the group on Sunday 1 st October?

Yes No If you are not returning with the group you must inform IHF before the 30th June 2017. If travelling separately from the group you are responsible for booking your own accommodation for the extra nights and your return flight home. We will be happy to provide you with the name and details of the relevant hotel.

I have read and agree to abide by the Rules and Regulations in the accompanying event brochure which I understand may change from time to time and be posted on the web site www.hospicefoundation.ie. In particular, I have read and agree to the terms of the Waiver. I have also read terms and condition on the Follow the Camino company website.

Signed: ______________________________________ Date: _____________ PLEASE NOTE: All accommodation will be shared Do you have a preference for who you wish to share with?

Yes

No Please specify name__________________________________

If you do not wish to share there will be an additional single supplement charge, are you happy to pay this?

Yes

No

PAYMENT DETAILS I enclose a cheque for the amount of €200 made payable to The Irish Hospice Foundation Please charge €200 to my (Tick as appropriate) VISA MASTERCARD DEBIT CARD Card Number ________________________________________________________________

Passport Number

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Expiry Date

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Place of Issue

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Date of Issue

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Nationality

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Address Of Cardholder ________________________________________________________________

Country of Residence _________________________________________

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Exp Date CVV No ________________________________________________________________ Name on Card ________________________________________________________________

During the fundraising time before the event your fellow participants may wish to contact you. If you agree to have your email shared with the other participants ONLY please tick the following box

INSURANCE Do You have travel insurance*

4XL 190 – 193 116 -120

Yes

No

* Travel insurance is Mandatory. Clients are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of private Travel Insurance with protection for the full duration of the tour in respect of at least medical expenses, injury, death, repatriation, cancellation and curtailment, with adequate cover.

Do you have any special dietary requirements?

Yes No If yes, please give details. Please note we can only cater for allergies not preferences ________________________________________________________________

All information on this challenge is correct at time of going to press.

Participation in this event is at the sole discretion of The Irish Hospice Foundation Please return your completed application form plus deposit to: Louise McCarron, Irish Hospice Foundation, 32 Nassau St, Dublin 2, Ireland Louise is contactable at 01 679 3188 or louise.mccarron@hospicefoundation.ie

www.hospicefoundation.ie @IrishHospice IrishHospiceFoundation irishhospicefoundation

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