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  1. karenhypes

    Bilbao to Estella

    Hi, We took a bus from Estella to Bilbao years ago via Pamplona. Very easy. A couple of hours I think. Any probably would work. Dayton
  2. karenhypes

    Starting before SJPP

    That's a great idea if you have the time. The French Basque Country is wonderful. Wherever you start from you won't regret it. Dayton
  3. karenhypes

    Looking for Daniel from England...walking with crutches

    Yes, Daniel is alive and well. My friend who is walking now posted two pictures of him yesterday, going from Rabanal to Foncebedon. He carried his pack for Daniel. Dayton.
  4. karenhypes

    Stay in Orrison Refugio or not . . . ?

    Hi, I would highly recommend staying at Orisson regardless of fitness level. We've stayed there twice and both times had a great Camino experience. I guarantee you will meet other pilgrims that you will stay connected with for your entire Camino and afterwards. Even on our 2nd time there...
  5. karenhypes

    Roman bridge , Lorca.

    I sent a note to a friend, fellow Pelerin, from France, Daniél Segura, who did the photography for a book "Les Ponts Du Chemin de Saint-Jacques." The photo in the book was of the restored bridge but he just sent me a photo of the bridge before restoration. I hope it comes out ok below...
  6. karenhypes

    Are There Alternatives to Orisson?

    Our first night on our first Camino was there in 2009. Absolutely wonderful experience. We met many other pilgrims that night that we walked on and off with for a month and are now lifelong friends. Great dinner and introductions.......a great way to start a Camino. All staff were extremely...
  7. karenhypes

    Keeping this invaluable forum alive

    Hi Ivar, We're getting an error page as well. Dayton and Karen
  8. karenhypes

    French Camino donkey called "VALENTIN"

    Hi, We didn't meet 'Valentin', but we did meet 'Venus' between Auch and Montesquiqou on the Chemin Arles in April 2013. Dayton
  9. karenhypes

    Alternate Routes

    Hi Guy. Here's my thoughts: Day 1. We've taken the Napoleon route twice, once in a blizzard (Apr 26, '09) and once in prefect weather (May 7, '11). We stayed at Orisson both times and had great experiences. Day 4. Eunate is well worth the short detour, even if it isn't open, and you can...
  10. karenhypes

    "Best experience" villages along Camino Frances

    Unfortunately I have to agree that Redicilla is to be avoided if you can. We have walked 108 days on Caminos and the ONLY negative experience we had was at the bar in Redicilla. The Albergue was fine but the only place to eat was the bar on the main street. Stop in Granon!!!! Dayton
  11. karenhypes

    Keeping this invaluable forum alive

    Ivar, We have not noticed it yet. But regardless, thanks for all you do. We do appreciate it. Dayton and Karen.
  12. karenhypes

    The sad news of the death of a pilgrim on the Camino.

    The Italian pilgrim stayed at the albergue in Arrés his last night. He orchestrated the dinner that night, his version of pasta with a wonderful chorizo tomato sauce, "the simpler the better." He sang while he cooked and fed 18 appreciable pilgrims. He had a smile on his face the entire...
  13. karenhypes

    Hotel Paris Madrid Bayonne

    I also understand it's closed. I stayed there in April'09 and it was great. I've heard the Hotel San Miguel is a nice alternative and just 5 minutes from the train station. Dayton
  14. karenhypes

    Refuge Accueil Paroissial "Kaserna"

    Hi, There is a listing in the "Miam Miam Miam Dodo" book (2011 edition) and it appears it does operate on a 'donativo' basis (part libre aux frais). Address: 43 rue d'Espagne, 64220 SJPP. Phone: 05-59-37-65-17 & 06-28-72-22-86. It has 12 beds, offers dinner and b'fast and is open from April 15...
  15. karenhypes

    What is the one Albergue that you would say not to miss

    If you are going to be staying in Estella from May 15-31 stop at the Albergue San Miguel. My wife and I will be Hospitaleros and we hope to provide a memorable experience including a dinner and breakfast. Dayton and Karen, Canada

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