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  1. Zordmot

    Credential in Burgos?

    Wow! Hi Marylou!!!! Nice to hear from you!!! Yes, I’ll be spending a month volunteering at an albergue in Hornillos. My plan is to walk there from Burgos. I hope all things are well with you!
  2. Zordmot

    Credential in Burgos?

    Thanks!
  3. Zordmot

    Credential in Burgos?

    Anyone know where I can obtain a pilgrim credential in Burgos?
  4. Zordmot

    Crazy things people do in the last 100 km

    I wish I'd taken a photo but I met a fellow pilgrim in the final 100 km in 2022. He and his dog had walked all the way from his home in Ukraine. The two of them left the day that the Russians invaded their town. When he heard the explosions he realized that he would now be creating a new life...
  5. Zordmot

    A Podiatrist in Logroño

    Glad to hear it!!! May the remainder of your Camino be wonderful and pain-free!
  6. Zordmot

    Accommodation?

    I’ve done exactly what you describe here in May-June without issues or problems. My goal each day was to arrive no later than 2:00 and I usually was able to get into my first or second choice. Sometimes third. Many towns have that one large municipal or church albergue that has many beds and...
  7. Zordmot

    Sleeping bag or liner in May?

    Thanks so much Graham!!!!!
  8. Zordmot

    Sleeping bag or liner in May?

    I agree with all the advice here to bring a light bag. I’ve walked my 3 Caminos in May. The first one I brought just a liner and experienced very cold, sleepless nights until I purchased an ultralight bag in Burgos and have used it ever since. There are so many variables such as some church...
  9. Zordmot

    A Podiatrist in Logroño

    Going through my photos and memorabilia from my CF last year at this time I was reminded of a real bright spot for me in Logrono. I was developing a very painful blister at that point. I located a friendly, wonderful podiatrist who got me right in, took care of the blister, addressed two other...
  10. Zordmot

    Communal dinner in SJPP somewhere that I'm not staying?

    You can start in Bayonne if you have a layover there between trains. There are a couple of busy restaurants across the street from the train station. Smile and ask if you can join other pilgrims at their table. I’ve done that twice and began conversations that lasted well into the Camino. For...
  11. Zordmot

    Sleeping bag or liner in May?

    I’ve walked the CF twice starting April 28 and carried a lightweight sleeping bag. Some nights I crawled into it and shivered, some nights I slept on top of it, and some nights I opened it and used it like a quilt. Many albergues offer a big pile of warm woolen blankets. With just a liner on a...
  12. Zordmot

    Seeking full stage itinerary from SJPP to Finisterre

    35 days is pretty much in synch with John Brierley’s guidebook
  13. Zordmot

    Weekend Warriors - Worth a Laugh

    Before too many years and decades pass many of those 15 young women will have their lives upended by motherhood where they will hope and pray for just an hour or two of sleep not interrupted by the uncompromising needs and demands of a younger generation incapable of having concern for her needs.
  14. Zordmot

    SJPP Accommodation

    I’d add my recommendation that Beilari is a great way to begin a Camino. Great hosts, friendly atmosphere, communal meal and get acquainted time. It’s nice to start walking already knowing the names of other pilgrims along the most challenging day!
  15. Zordmot

    Way too overwhelming to book beds/rooms (mid july - mid August, frances)

    I totally agree regarding the first 4 nights. I personally recommend Beilari in St Jean. After you pass through Pamplona it becomes much easier. If you don’t have a reservation for the next night (and you’re adventurous and flexible) on 3 Caminos I’ve found that if you get going in the morning...
  16. Zordmot

    Biarritz to St Jean - Beginning day after 1pm to Roncevalles?

    I’ve walked the CF three times and I’d join my voice to the others with the advice to spend the night in SJPP (at Beilari’s preferably!) which will solve many issues including being able to check in at the Pilgrim Office, having a low-stress relaxing day before starting the Camino, and a good...
  17. Zordmot

    Is the Albergue in Roncesvalles a “must”?

    Roncesvailles. I’ve stayed there on each of my 3 Caminos. I made my reservation and paid online way in advance each time so I’ve not been turned away as many others have. My evaluation of albergues has a checklist of “the usuals” such as ease of making a reservation, ease of checking in, comfort...
  18. Zordmot

    Help from those experienced with a donkey

    Australians here will know the name Father Bob McGuire. 86 years old, beloved by all, advocate and creator of social ministries for the poor, the forgotten, street people. Former Australian of the Year. Fr. Bob said, “You gotta learn the difference between genuine human need and STREET THEATRE...
  19. Zordmot

    Help from those experienced with a donkey

    In other words, a complicated Camino is like a visit to Hotel California: This could be heaven or this could be hell
  20. Zordmot

    Help from those experienced with a donkey

    And I think you’d be surprised at how people would want to help you.

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