I would have to admit, my very first question is, maybe, unusual. Fire is not my greatest fear and I do not shun all risk. However, I often read that a hostel door is locked for the night and out of curiosity would like to ask the following.
Does a staff member remain overnight? Or how does one get out in any emergency such as a fire... an appendicities?
Are smoke detectors usually installed in Albergues? And, yes, I realize this is basic limited accommodation.
All being well, a future hope is be on the Camino next year, early or late summer, while I am able, as am elderly and it will be a slow camino. I have been preparing. Spanish lessons (a la South American style) stimulate my mind no matter what eventuates!
The fact there is a lot of accommodation and amenities seem to make the Spanish walk do-able and in that way, more so than other appealing walks with fewer pilgrims.
I also give consideration to the environmental impact of flying from Newcastle, Australia and the environment may win out. Is global travel a tad unethical?
Does a staff member remain overnight? Or how does one get out in any emergency such as a fire... an appendicities?
Are smoke detectors usually installed in Albergues? And, yes, I realize this is basic limited accommodation.
All being well, a future hope is be on the Camino next year, early or late summer, while I am able, as am elderly and it will be a slow camino. I have been preparing. Spanish lessons (a la South American style) stimulate my mind no matter what eventuates!
The fact there is a lot of accommodation and amenities seem to make the Spanish walk do-able and in that way, more so than other appealing walks with fewer pilgrims.
I also give consideration to the environmental impact of flying from Newcastle, Australia and the environment may win out. Is global travel a tad unethical?