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I had a hard time finding a room in Najera many years ago. I’d guesstimate I arrived mid-afternoon along with another Camino lass. We were both exhausted and couldn’t walk anymore. We had to split up and each try to secure a room because everything was booked. I eventually found a room through...
Thank you everyone! The use of electronics to pre-book does seem a bit alarming and will be new for me, but I'm still going to go with the flow and see how the day unfolds each day. I'm excited!!!
I will commence in Carrion de Los Condes sometime September. What, if anything, do I need to take into account this time around or would I find helpful? I do not plan to pre-book stays unless I learn while on route it is imperative. Honestly, I don't want to overthink this trip. I just want...
This was such an enjoyable read! I'm so happy you were able to complete your journey, and you learned it was okay to say goodbye to fellow pilgrims. It's a lot like life isn't it? It truly is remarkable how many lessons we learn along the way...
I never would have thought of caterpillars! I have no idea if this relates to my blisters, but I did stop at the section with all the teepees and enjoyed laying in the hammocks. I only wear hiking pants vs shorts (sun protection for my fair skin) and by the time I got to Carrion de los Condes...
Hi Marbe, Do you mention this because many others will also be starting in September? (I am just beginning my planning, so I haven't kept up with everything...)
Thank you, everyone! I appreciate you sharing your own experiences and insights. You have all given me much to think about.
I also agree this next go around will likely be a completely different experience for me. There is no doubt in my mind this time I will go at a slower pace and I will...
I attempted to trek all of Camino Frances in Spring 2017. Much to my disappointment and surprise, I only made it halfway due to severe bedbug bites (or maybe an allergic reaction to indigenous flies) which resulted in puffy, oozing blisters the size of American quarters all over my legs and...
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