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  1. Portia1

    First Passport stamp

    We got ours at the Cathedral but be mindful of their open times. Our first visit it was closed. Had to return that evening.
  2. Portia1

    Any especially memorable Albergues on Camino Portuguese?

    Casa fernanda.....wonderful hospitality and food.
  3. Portia1

    Vila do conde a rates

    Admittedly there are some places on this “connector” between Vila do Conde and Rates where you do take your life in your hands—walking in the “gutter” between road and walls but there are also some lovely areas. Was glad we made the switch because loved Barcelos (hit there for Market Day. A...
  4. Portia1

    If you have done both the CP and the CF...

    Porto to Santiago is easily doable in the time you have. You will definitely know the difference between Portugal and Spain! Loved the Portuguese. Casa Fernanda is a highlight. We walked in fall during grape harvest. They do it the old fashioned way. The Portuguese are lovely and friendly...
  5. Portia1

    Starting from Porto

    We loved walking along the ocean but the combo of sand and boardwalk can get to your feet. We turned inland at Vila do Conde. Loved the Portuguese! The people, the food, and the wine were stellar. Didn't like the cobblestones and "take your life in your hands" walking on busy roads with no...
  6. Portia1

    Taxi from Porto Airport to City Center

    We took the metro—right at the airport, quick to get downtown and cheap. Faster than a taxi. We were only two blocks from the metro station. You may have a different situation.
  7. Portia1

    Which Portuguese Route

    We took coast to Vila do Conde and then went over to Rates. Loved it.
  8. Portia1

    Vila do Conde - accommodation in June

    You could have your hotel/hostal in Porto call as well--though if it is crowded for the summer, a last minute call might not get you what you want. This is a beautiful walk for your first day. And the gentleman who runs D'Areia is delightful and kind.
  9. Portia1

    Camino portugues: from Porto to Santiago :which route ?

    I do not know the weather in May as we walked in late September. But we took the beach up to Vila do Conde and it was nice to walk along the ocean for a stretch. I only pray the way is a little better marked but let me know if you want more particulars. This is a nice camino for those having...
  10. Portia1

    starting my walk out of the metro at ville do conde porto,

    I walked from the coastal route to Vila do Conde. I will tell you that the metro stop at Vila do Conde is outside of town--just beyond the convent to the east. When you get off the metro head east (right as you step off) and follow the main road. You will come to a T in the road (highways...
  11. Portia1

    Luggage transport on the portuguese way

    I don't remember. My husband developed a HUGE blister (like 3" across) and had to take a taxi to the next town. Several people put their packs in with him so you have to consider that! The plus, of course, is that we were guaranteed that packs would arrive. He complained that he arrived in...
  12. Portia1

    Luggage transport on the portuguese way

    You will find telephone numbers, etc. at the alberques posted on the bulletin boards. One taxi driver may also give you the name and phone number of the person covering the next segment.
  13. Portia1

    Where to stay in Oporto?

    I second the vote for Dixo's. Well located, includes a very nice breakfast with a breathtaking view of the river and Gaia. Arn, I cannot believe you are getting to do this AGAIN! I am so jealous!
  14. Portia1

    camino portuges-safe for female travellers?

    I did not feel in any jeopardy on this Camino. There are some places where there are not many people and you might want to walk with another pilgrim for some stretches for safety's sake (more from a fall or other accident than from menacing people). We walked it in 10 days and had a wonderful...
  15. Portia1

    Albergue de S. Pedro de Rates closes today

    Truly a shame as we stayed here and enjoyed this alberque. Wonderful showers and it was nice to have smaller sleeping rooms rather than a huge dorm. If someone were there to ensure contributions, it would probably help a lot. We left our money in the box but there was no way of knowing if...
  16. Portia1

    Leaving Porto on September 24, 2011

    Bom Caminho, Arn! Am looking forward to your reflections on the CP. Travel safely.
  17. Portia1

    Any updates from Lisbon to Santiago?

    Arn: have you decided where you are starting from? How long do you have in total time? How long do you want to walk each day?
  18. Portia1

    Any updates from Lisbon to Santiago?

    Laurie: I have many of my notes from Porto to Santiago (via the coast between Matosinhos and Vila do Conde) which I can send to you. Or, I can do the actual changes in the Word format OR cite page numbers (although this can get confusing as I attemped to make the earlier changes to my booklet...
  19. Portia1

    Stamp in Porto Cathedral

    Even though the Cathedral is open, that does not mean the visitor desk is open. My husband discovered this when he went back to have his credential stamped in the late afternoon. The rest of us had had ours stamped earlier in the day--he had forgotten to bring his. The stamp/sello was locked...
  20. Portia1

    Porto to Santiago via Vila do Conde--my notes

    Slight correction. Where I say Praca de Mindalo along the beach route--it is really Praia de Moreiro where the bar is where we received the stones (there is also a first aid/rescue station there as well). I now have it sitting right in front of me. The symbol is a fish skeleton. The...

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