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    Camino Start decision

    Great insight, thank you. I do travel with a bit of anxiety but that hasn't stopped me from going to many places around the world. The length of time of 30+ days would be very difficult. I would like to do a week or maybe 10 days at a time. For many, time equals money, carbon footprints etc. For...
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    Camino Start decision

    I will start in early June. My only concern is that in the next few years the Sarria route becomes more popular, so I was thinking of doing it and getting that part out of the way before too many crowds ruin any experience. I'm also 60 so wondering if Sarria would be a better initiation for the...
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    Camino Start decision

    Hi, I am struggling with whether to begin in SJPDP then onto Pamplona or Estella (I only have so much time) or from Sarria to Santiago. I am coming from Canada so lots of logistics involved. I am wondering which would be the best first time experience for a first time Camino. I am wondering with...
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    Good points. I won't be able to complete more than a week, not due to the arthritis, I just don't have the luxury of 4 or 5 weeks to walk the Camino. So I am interested in stages over the next 2 or 3 years adding longer time when it permits. I'm interested to know what some opinions are for a...
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    SJPDP vs Sarria for Newby

    I do plan on returning, however as with everything we can't predict the future. I chose Pamplona for getting back to Madrid by plane for my return to Canada. Plus I plan on spending a couple of days there to visit, see the town etc. My Camino is not necessarily a rush. I'm just torn between what...
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    Good point, thank you
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    I will take a taxi up to Orisson and stop for a coffee or possibly to the Virgin and continue from there.
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    It can be for sure. I'm better at using my poles going downhill then uphill. There's less force required and I can balance my weight by using my arms and upper body. Plus the cardiovascular at 60 years uphill can be daunting with added arthritis. For me anyways
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    I find uphill harder due to the uphill force required as I push with each step. Downhill can be more manageable provided I use my poles and use them properly, making sure I use both upper body strength to take the downhill pressure off my knees. It's important to concentrate and make sure you...
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    SJPDP vs Sarria for Newby

    Hi, solo traveler. First time and only a week to do part of the Camino. Coming from Canada. I'm considering SJPDP to Pamplona (spending some time in Pamplona at the end) or starting from Sarria. Most likely end May/early June 2024. Many have advised against starting in Sarria due to crowds (I...
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    Thanks! Great suggestions. I will look at taxi from SJPDP to the Virgin and carry on from there. Thanks for not judging (too much of that on FB)
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    To be honest, it's arthritis in both knees (I'm only 59). I really want to see the top of the Pyranees, but I know walking the entire route would be difficult. After Orisson, I would be fine. My preference would be to stay over night and acclimatize then carry on. I will ask the Albergue.
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    Taxi to Orisson on Day 1

    Is it OK to take a taxi to Orisson on Day 1 from SJPDP, stay overnight then continue the walk the next day to Roncesvalles? Personal reason, please no judgement.

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