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  1. Peterexpatkiwi

    Alternatives to walking if injured

    That of course as usual depends on a number of factors, not the least of which being budget. It also depends on the type of person you are. Are you somebody that always needs mental stimulation or are you quite happy sitting and relaxing on a beach. Do you prefer rural, a small town, or big...
  2. Peterexpatkiwi

    Few questions - advice

    @LeJaMa , I walked the Primitivo in July last year. 1/. I carry a sharp knife which I buy in the first supermarket I come across and a teaspoon for yoghurts etc. A spork would be a great substitute. The supermarket salads I bought had a bamboo fork with them however they may not always. No cup...
  3. Peterexpatkiwi

    Slow but moving forward

    I'm familiar with the phrase "in a brown study", but a ' brown hut' ? Or is that a military term to describe the situation when you 'come to attention' in the certain knowledge that you are in deep, deep ****? 😏
  4. Peterexpatkiwi

    Slow but moving forward

    " wearing a brown Hut", " slow but moving forward" - yep, a turtle does rather spring to mind....
  5. Peterexpatkiwi

    National passport in card form

    I concur, I've just read the entire thread as I hadn't seen it previously. I did the same back in '94, it was quite a surprise to me as well. Even more so when the first thing I knew about it was the bus stopping and a bunch of heavily armed soldiers climbed on board! To be fair there was a war...
  6. Peterexpatkiwi

    Roads versus Trails

    Whilst I agree to a point re: busy vs quiet roads - the country roads along the Camino Inglès are a good example - it's the tarmac under my feet that I don't like, the never-ending hard, even surface, regardless as to whether that is concrete, tarmac or even the horrible, glaring limestone paths...
  7. Peterexpatkiwi

    Roads versus Trails

    Thanks @trecile , I've already read and bookmarked that particular thread, was just wanting to check with regards to the statistics. Basically by taking up your suggestions I can vastly improve the ratio of trail to tarmac. Good to know!
  8. Peterexpatkiwi

    Roads versus Trails

    Trecile, is the Norte stage you created just the official way, or is it including the oft discussed coastal variants? I have to say either way: whilst I knew the Norte theoretically included a significant amount of road walking I hadn't realized how high the percentage actually is.
  9. Peterexpatkiwi

    Definition of a Pilgrim 🤣

    Flight crew? Checked Luggage? That’d be taking skydiving to a whole new level!
  10. Peterexpatkiwi

    Definition of a Pilgrim 🤣

    Wait, an idea for a new TV series. Anyone remember The Flying Nun’s ? Modern remake: The Flying Pilgrims (Dropping in soon to a Cathedral near you)
  11. Peterexpatkiwi

    Definition of a Pilgrim 🤣

    Planning on parachuting in to Praza do Obradoiro? I wonder what the minimum distance is to get your Compostela if you fly 🤔🤔
  12. Peterexpatkiwi

    Definition of a Pilgrim 🤣

    I think that what @Frankybaby66 was meaning that he was waiting for the joke in your post. I have to say I was - I read all the way to the bottom before I realised you were serious !
  13. Peterexpatkiwi

    Definition of a Pilgrim 🤣

    Yeah, but what I'm getting at is that if my backpack was light so would my wallet be!
  14. Peterexpatkiwi

    Definition of a Pilgrim 🤣

    I've seen a minor variation of this quote used in reference to ultralight hikers. It always makes me wince when I find out how much more less costs !
  15. Peterexpatkiwi

    Partially unplugging from the world

    Like a Garmin inreach mini? Would never have thought of taking it on Camino but what an excellent idea. Weather, maps, connectivity but no Media - brilliant! A friend of mine unfortunately had occasion to use the SOS function (backwoods hiking) - worked superbly.
  16. Peterexpatkiwi

    The Camino will provide?

    For you, but not for everyone. For some the camino is the destination. For others it is the journey. Some wish to walk with others, some alone. There are those who consider it the adventure of a lifetime. For others it is simply a pleasant walk. We each bring different things to the...
  17. Peterexpatkiwi

    Partially unplugging from the world

    I'm with @Rita Flower on this, my phone is a tool. At home I use it far too much, however on Camino I tend to be far more intentional with its usage. So yes, @KevinWilcox , disconnection is still practical whilst on Camino. I'll use it anytime I feel it's necessary - to book accommodation for...
  18. Peterexpatkiwi

    Partially unplugging from the world

    Another good reason to disconnect! Much healthier:)
  19. Peterexpatkiwi

    Partially unplugging from the world

    I do the same, only my son can reach me. Normally, that's 22.00/ 7.30 daily. On Camino my phone is on 'do not disturb' 24/7. It doesn't stop me using the phone should I wish to, but it stops the world bugging me. I spent years travelling where I would be out of contact for weeks, sometimes even...
  20. Peterexpatkiwi

    Monte de gozo xunta albergue

    There's also a large cafeteria. Great staff, but the food...... Go to the bar!!

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