07 May The Origin of Travel Guides
Modern travel guides are essential for many tourists, but their origins date back to the Middle Ages, when pilgrims used manuscripts with recommendations on safe routes, inns, and potential dangers along the way.
One of the first written guides was the Codex Calixtinus from the 12th century, which provided directions for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago in Spain.
With the invention of the printing press, these guides became more accessible, and by the 19th century, the first specialized brands emerged, such as Baedeker in Germany and Michelin in France.
Today, digital guides and travel blogs have taken over, but the idea remains the same: to help travelers explore the world with more information and security.
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