When in Santiago de Compostela, I observed a large party of Japanese tourists being herded onto a coach. I don't think they were truly alive. Whereas, pilgrims walking the Camino to Santiago de Compostela are totally alive, resourceful, determined, vital, and aware of the daily demands of the footpath. The Camino means being alive, alert.
I'm certain that it is this aspect that is missing from daily life, and that brings increasing numbers of people to undertake this modern adventure in contrast to their mundane daily existence. To experience new friends and comrades, to have fun, to receive support, kindness, care from strangers.
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