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We walked Primitivo this summer as we only had 2 weeks- we (husband and I) finished in 13 days. I thought it was much more difficult due to the hills than the Full French way that I completed the summer before (solo).
Religiously speaking- I enjoyed the evening Mass along the French way that...
Two caminos: French and Primitivo ; Took 3 pairs of undergarments AND the swimsuit (lol) Hardly wore the swimsuit- I would choose to lose the swim suit over the underwear...
Sometimes I did wear the swimsuit while I waited for laundry bc all 3 pairs were dirty. I really loved having a 3 day...
I am a vegetarian.
I walked Primitivo in July. (I also walked French way last year).
Yes it is possible- I did find in general less places to buy food/ sometimes only 1 stop in the day on the Primitivo and so planning is helpful for everyone who walks.
Rule #1
Learn how to say Vegetarian in...
I just got back too! I think we may have been about 5 days apart- I am glad you too had a great experience:) I agree a beautiful experience on Camino Primitivo!
I actually used the littleTSA approved toiletry bags - I can zip an entire outfit in there-I liked this as it kept my dirty smelly clothes away from the clean ones, I also had an easy access bag for the airport and used it on the Camino with my daily stuff I might need along the way. I don't...
This year- I had good luck with my feet (after a rough one last year). I used sock liners with Darn tough socks. (I also sized up on shoes, put on gewohl cream, wore sandals for the last couple miles daily, took socks off at lunch).
I have worn both tanks and t-shirts- you can see the...
July 2022- I saw Casa "Tia Dolores" the beer garden just before O Pedrouzo made of glass bottles
July 2023- With great excitement and thirst for a beer we were so disappointed to find it was completely gone this year:(
Here's a few photos in its glory days: Casa Tia Dolores
Does anyone know the...
I am not so sure you want your feet hardened...
I had terrible blisters on my first Camino even though I have calloused runner feet- but this year I used Gewohl foot cream before (the recommend two weeks prior) and every night on the Camino. Many people used vaseline every day before putting...
We just returned from our Camino and went through 7 different security check-points in the US and Spain with no checked luggage (carried our bags on board). My husband had poles. Five out of seven times they cleared security-that means twice they were denied on board (FYI)
They did not clear in...
My Spanish phrases are poor despite my best effort and I think most people appreciated that I tried- I learned the key phrases and even then had some difficulty, but always found a friend willing to help me out and in the hardest of times used google translate, but that was rare. It was fun...
Cindy-
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your parents and hope you are able to go on Camino and that you do find peace there as so many people do.
I met pilgrims of all ages and ability- as they say, everyone has their own camino and I believe you want this and you can do it.
A luggage transport...
I found this website listing the places offering a credential in Oviedo and each with a link to the hours:
https://guiavisualdelcaminoprimitivo.es/ingles%20la%20credencial.htm
We will be walking just a few days ahead of you! Our packing question is - do we include pants and a rain jacket? I walked Frances last year at the same time and did not need those, but think Primitivo will be chillier and wetter- just wanting a bit more confirmation from other Camino Primitivo...
For reference, I had an even lighter air pillow and it was the first thing I tossed out of my bag. I advise against it-
I don't know how hard it will be to find a bed, but I think I'd rather sleep on the ground than take up space/weight with an air mattress in the off chance I'd need it- air...
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I really liked the stages of Stingy Nomad (website) and used them as a primary guide/tweaking as I needed. I did choose to book each night ahead of time as I was on a set timeline-(some people argue against this- it was my preference that I did not regret) and that was the...
You will do great!! I did not get nearly the training I hoped in and never walked with the bag before. It is challenging, but you get to go at your own pace. Your rest days will be nice as I did not have that, but the few shorter days I had invigorated my walking. Do lighten up the bag as...
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