Most of us like to travel--and we assume that is why you are here. This site is dedicated to the Catholic traveler. We are here to provide you with first-hand reviews and advice on authentic Catholic travel destinations that you can trust, based in large part on personal experience of those who have visited there. We are not a travel agency or tour operator, so our advice is completely un-biased. Save money and plan wisely with information you may not find anywhere else. Whether independently or part of a Catholic pilgrimage group, traveling to Catholic shrines and Catholic holy places has become increasingly popular and we hope that you find this website helpful in planning your travels.
Our "Catholic Travel destinations" link will take you to various countries (including the U.S. and Canada) popular with Catholic travelers--and some little-known destinations as well. Of course you don't have to be Catholic to enjoy visiting these places and drawing inspiration from them, and people of all faith traditions (or no faith at all) are welcome. Each of these pages gives a brief overview of the particular Catholic site or shrine and wherever possible we have links to the shrine's official website to provide more detailed information.
Check out our section on "preparing for your trip". We will include suggestions on how to pack, currency exchange, passports, health concerns and many other useful suggestions.
Unless you have already decided on how to travel, we suggest you read our section on advantages and disadvantages of group travel versus independent travel for Catholics . Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, so it is important that you understand these before deciding on how you are going to plan your travels. Time spent in research will pay great dividends in terms of enjoyment of your travel experience.
If you are considering a cruise, check out our section on cruises for helpful tips to get the most value from your cruise experience. Even though you may not find a Catholic cruise you will have opportunities to practice your faith.
Our Catholic Travel bookstore features some books and DVD's carefully selected to reflect the wonders of our Catholic faith and the many destinations available. In addition to the useful guidebooks, we have children's books that will help your children or grandchildren become more aware of the many saints and holy sites central to the history of The Church.
Also see our External Links section for links to other websites that will help you in planning your travels. These links are in addition to the links found on all of our other pages and although we cannot be responsible for their content, we try to be sure that they are in accordance with Catholic Church doctrine.
We have also added a Travel Accessories link to help you find some of those useful and often hard to find items that will make your travels easier. We have chosen Magellan not only because of their wide assortment of items (some hard to find elsewhere) but also because of their quality. Be sure to check it out.
We welcome your input, so if you have any articles to submit to us, photos to share with others, comments regarding the places you have visited let us hear from you. You can help others better enjoy their travels by offering your comments or reviews.
Check out our blog for latest news or visit the Catholic Travel Forum to help promote an exchange of ideas and suggestions. We invite you to join the discussion: ask questions or help others by giving your reviews or advice.
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