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There isn't a no dog policy on Camino, as far as I'm aware. Certainly, many places offering beds for the night are not receptive to dogs. I think that is likely true on and off the Camino. I walked with a dog for a while on my Camino last summer...
Good morning... since this was posted here. I have sent 4 emails responding to parents and @garlicbread earlier today. May 1st was a holiday and DHL was not able to pick up. The pickup was scheduled for Tuesday, but I guess they could not do it...
I understand everyone's concern about safety (and language...though the OP is fluent in two languages), but perhaps piling on someone asking genuine questions in good faith isn't the best look for us?
Even in the clearest, most perfect weather, hikers can get in trouble due to the elevation and lessened oxygen levels. This is especially true for those with a compromised respiratory system, but can easily affect residents used to living at low...
I’ve often been tempted to give you all a geology lecture about the descent to Zubiri, but have held back for obvious reasons. I have however waxed lyrical about it in my almost-ready-to-go book about the geology of the camino. Zubiri gets a...
I've recently completed the Milford Track here in NZ. Absolutely loved it and would recommend it to anyone who is fit and can get through the ballot process. My friend had pulled out a week beforehand due to long-Covid exhaustion, and I was...
Well done indeed. What a great experience and opportunity to learn really helpful lessons. I loved it when living out of my backpack became familiar and simple. Now, at home, I long for that simplicity and order. I'm working towards it but have a...
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