Originally published at National Catholic Register
Discover the art of doing nothing, and everything, during your Jubilee pilgrimage to Italy or at home.
The Jubilee Year is finally underway. It is a time of pilgrimage and grace and although much of the spotlight and attention will be on the Eternal City, the faithful will have many opportunities near and far to embark on their own unique spiritual journeys.
And since every journey begins with that first step, the steps you take before heading out the door will make all the difference. As someone who has led pilgrimages for nearly 25 years, and who works as a travel coach for Italy itineraries, I have seen the pitfalls that occur from over-enthusiasm combined with a lack of planning. As I detail in my forthcoming book from EWTN Publishing, Italy’s Shrines and Wonders, the beauty of Italy, much of it connected to our Catholic faith, needs to be savored, especially during such a sacred celebration. The following seven suggestions will help you more easily embrace all that the Year of Hope has to offer.
1. Do Your Research. Rome is expecting at least 35 million visitors in 2025. Far too many people set out for Rome and Italy
