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Hi Dave,
Have a look at the thread : "Festivals re: query and Introduction"
I posted a list in response to that query & other people have added.
Dozens of festivals take place between June & July along the Camino frances. Many others in August & more in September celebrating harvest & other...
Tu español es excellente, enhorabuena! Si quieres practicarlo una suherencia
Bien dicho! ... Aparte de peregrinos hay muchas ocasiones para hablar español con la gente local y aprender de la cultura. A mucha gente mayor les gusta la compañia.....contar historias y la sobremesa! Los bares de...
Gracias Davebugg,
Good advise re: asking locals.
The times I did that (though not in the camino) I had amazing success and experiences. Ending up having meals with locals, taking me places & keeping in touch with them afterwards.
One in particular I met in Cadiz, has come to visit me in New...
Welcome Wild Irish!
I'm a new member too and blown away by the generosity of spirit on this forum! ...and like you finding support and inspiration everyday.
Pleased things are working out for you in Spain. Seeing myself spending a lot of time there as well.
Saludos y buen camino!
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