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  1. Dojo

    LIVE from the Camino Chrissy on the Camino Sanabrés

    Chrissy - I plan to do the VDP/Sanabres in May 2025 starting in Salamanca, so I am following your posts with much interest. Is there a reason you didn't start in Salamanca? How was the train from Madrid to Salamanca- did you have any issues? Your days seem rather short - did you plan it that...
  2. Dojo

    Patches on my backpack?

    Help! I too am looking for this same patch. It fell off my pack doing the Norte this year. Didn't realize it fell off until I got on the plane home.
  3. Dojo

    Suggestion on the best way to travel from Santiago to Madrid

    I too am looking for transport from SDC to Madrid in October. Staying a few days in Madrid before flying back to USA. Trains - right now Renfe - is only posting schedule to 30 Sept, anticipate fare from 80 to 100 euros, taxi to train station, then metro to Madrid hotel (a few euros). Yes it...
  4. Dojo

    Camino Del Norte Special Certificates or Stamps

    Does the CDN have any special certificates or stamps along the way? The Frances has the midway point certificate in Sahagun. The Portuguese has the Pedronia in Padron. Finisterre and Muxia, each have their own certificates.
  5. Dojo

    John Brierley is seriously ill - an invitation to send messages of thanks and support.

    John, like many others, your books and insight changed my life and guided me from going astray on many a Camino.
  6. Dojo

    Santiago traditions?

    Yes, definitely stay up late and go see "La Tuna".
  7. Dojo

    Portuguese Way from Tui via the Spiritual Variant - advice please!

    I did the Spiritual Route in May 2022. Please note other than the Monastery (breakfast was coffee and crackers) and the Albergue in Armenteira there are no other accommodations. I saw some pilgrims call a taxi to take them back to Combarro for lodging, then return the next morning to...
  8. Dojo

    5 “Unproven” Facts About Norte

    I am doing the Norte from San Sebastian in August. I appreciate all the information and guidance regarding alternative routes. Having done the Frances and Portuguese without GPS or apps, this will test me both mentally and physically. Looking at downloading the apps this week.
  9. Dojo

    Thoughts on “Santiago - the Camino within”

    I have to agree with the majority above who disliked the movie. I have completed the Camino Frances and the Portuguese Coastal, and could not follow what path or "Way" this movie was on. I didn't mind the guide was a Bishop, but he was no guide or knowledgeable about the Camino- there was no...
  10. Dojo

    Camino del Norte

    I will be starting from San Sebastian 29 Aug and plan to arrive in Santiago on 6 Oct. Look for me on the trail!!
  11. Dojo

    Cash vs Credit or Debit

    I always buy Euros prior. Airport exchange rates are not good and machines unreliable. Initial expenses when you arrive - taxi, metro, snack. I track exchange rates 6 months out - using websites ceifx.com and travelex.com - next day delivery if you purchase at least $1000. If I'm on the...
  12. Dojo

    Coastal alternatives to the Norte's asphalt

    Will be waiting for your posts on the alternate routes - I'm doing CN at the end of August.
  13. Dojo

    Valcarlos route

    On my first Camino Frances, I took the Valcarlos route in late August 2019. Be prepared! There are no services from SJDP to Valcarlos, or Valcarlos to Roncevalles. After Valcarlos it is mostly off road in the forest through the woods and narrow paths. I did not see any other pilgrims for 2...
  14. Dojo

    Hiking sandals or hiking boots?

    I used my Keen Targhee mid boots for both the CF and recent CP Coastal. IMHO Boots are not needed for CP Coastal and/or the Spiritual. The only place that is rocky is going to Armenteria.
  15. Dojo

    Womens wide feet trekking shoes

    I have a wide foot - toe box area and the Keen Targhee Mid Vents work for me. I used then on CF and CP Coastal.
  16. Dojo

    LIVE from the Camino Mountain route from Soto de Luiña

    Is there anyway to take the mountain route and walk down to Ballota without having to back track to Soto Luna or from Cadavedo?
  17. Dojo

    Spiritual variant - is it worth it?

    I just came back from walking the Variant - once you leave Combarro there is nothing until you get to Armenteira. There are only two places to stay in Armenteira - the Monastery or the Albergue. I know several pilgrims who walked to Armenteira - then called a cab to take them back to Combarro...
  18. Dojo

    Caminho Portugues da Costa/Senda Litoral

    I just got back from walking Portuguese Coastal and Littoral, with the Espiritual. As this was my second Camino, I thought I knew what to look for but got "lost" several times. If it wasn't for a group of 5 Spanish "Angels" I would still be walking on the bridge to no where. Yes, I had the...
  19. Dojo

    Botafumeiro Update

    For 3 years I planned to end the Portuguese Camino on 3 June so that I could be in Santiago for Pentacost weekend hoping to see the Botafumeiro swing at least once. I was not disappointed. I saw it on both Saturday and Sundays noon masses. Brilliant and very emotional.
  20. Dojo

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Indoor mask requirement lifted in Portugal

    Can anyone in Portugal confirm that there is no longer a requirement for travelers from the US to complete the Passenger Locator Form? My understanding is that the government removed this requirement in April.

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