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    This was the same last year. Same time all the the places were full on the full length of the Camino See all my posts . It seems that the Camino Frances becomes more and more famous. Last yearl it was a daily bed race …. Eventually I booked all...
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    I’m in Los Arcos right now, everything is full. I’m having to reserve a few days ahead if I want to go with the main stages. So much for spontaneity. Santiago is also booked up over a month out unless you want to spend over 200 euros a night, I...
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    Charte57 reacted to BHP's post in the thread Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today with Love - Red heart Love - Red heart.
    This was my husband. So many thanks to all of my fellow pilgrims who stopped to help and to pray and to translate for me. He was doing what he loved. Thank you for the news article link.
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    Charte57 reacted to trecile's post in the thread Luggage transfer with Like Like.
    They will often deliver it to a bar in town.
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    Charte57 reacted to Luka's post in the thread Backpack is 2 kg too heavy TwT with Like Like.
    I can echo the others here. No rules, as long as you are comfortable with your pack it's fine. But if I were you, I would leave some clothes home. If I count well (all together, including what you are wearing): - 2 towels - 4 T-shirts - 1...
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    Charte57 reacted to Vacajoe's post in the thread Backpack is 2 kg too heavy TwT with Like Like.
    There is no “supposed to weigh” weight! Somebody banish that 10% rule!!!!!! The ideal weight is simply what’s right for your ability, but lighter is always easier. The way you list out your items is incredibly confusing and is likely the root...
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    Charte57 reacted to Simperegrina's post in the thread Backpack is 2 kg too heavy TwT with Like Like.
    Ach, forget the “should” The key is whether you can carry your pack day after day with a level of comfort. Of course you don’t want to be carrying stuff you really don’t need, but there’s no ‘rule’
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    Charte57 reacted to Bradypus's post in the thread Backpack is 2 kg too heavy TwT with Like Like.
    2kg heavier than what? Who set that target figure for you? The only real question is "Do I need this?" If something really is essential then you must take it with you. If not then you can leave it behind. Up to you to decide what is essential.
  • Charte57
    Camino Frances. Maybe? But there are plenty of other routes. Should we deny others the joy and opportunity? ;) Just reflecting on my Camino last year. Sevilla to Astorga VdlP - wonderful, solitude. reflection. Astorga to Ponferrada - Frances...
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    OK, without creating a spoiler. It gives a really authentic insight into what walking a Camino is really about and can be. Some interesting facts: There are only 4 professional actors in the movie. The rest are Pilgrims. Pilgrims that Bill...

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