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Hi all,
I have access to data on arrivals of pilgrims to Santiago by day, country, age, gender, departure point, route, reason and means used. Based on this data, I am analysing it to develop a machine learning model that will allow me to...
Fascinating! I don’t think weather has any effect. I think the biggest factor is when pilgrims start walking (weekends, holidays, religious observances) but you won’t be able to judge that with your data. However, I think whatever you can...
Yup! I used to think my rain coat was "all that", but now I swear by my Altus poncho. It is like wearing a jacket with sleeves that covers both you and your pack. I got mine in person in Pamplona last year at Caminoteca although Ivar has them on...
We lost three little plush toys in Malawi once and were devastated, but we managed to get them back a few days later. I hope you and your wife have the same outcome!
Hello everyone,
This is a cry for help. I post this on behalf of my wife, who is walking the camino at the moment. Her backpack was taken away from the reception of the albergue Benedictina's Sisters in León this morning.
She left her backpack...
Sad situation. For your knee, I recommend Glucosamine and Chondroitin tablets. You will notice the difference after a couple of weeks. I am also 73, completing my Camino last year in September, taking 31 days.
Next year, the Camino del Norte...
Tues 2 July
Camarinas to Muxia-32km. A total contrast to the previous stages. Almost completely flat on good quality tracks following the estuary of the Ria de Camarinas and crossing the river at A Ponte do Porto. Lovely views, lots of wildlife...
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