Quite a few if us were not able to find a bed in Larazoaña and btw, good thing for us! The hospitalera was unbelievably rude. There was a girl standing outside crying because the hospitalera would not help her find a place. Met an older gentleman outside that was unpacking his tent because he...
Funny you should mention "the guidebook". The stages are all anyone seems to be discussing at the albergues. This seems to be a source of unnecessary stress for everyone who has studied it! :-/
Unfortunately, I am experiencing the same thing in Pamplona. Not what I was hoping to get out of this experience. Last night someone lectured me about the importance of being on the road by 7:00am at the latest in order to secure a bed at the next destination. I am conflicted as to wether it is...
I bought a great pair w shock absorbers at the sporting goods store in town. Just downhill from where you will enter SJPDP. There are two shops that sell them right by the albergues, but I needed a smaller grip for my small hands and found a larger variety and better prices at the outdoor shop.
Staying at Corazon Puro tonight. Lovely experience so far. It has been smooth and Istvan and Barbara are wonderful! There has been a lot of rain and we are expecting more in the next few days. If you don't have a backpack cover then a large poncho that covers you and it will work. Some of us...
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