Firstly, I agree "go for it", anything that is different is worth a try.
Personally I don't get on with cyclists on the trail, although I make an effort to engage with them in an Albergue. Meeting people and being tolerant are the most important...
You got the itch then?
It will never leave you. Members of your family will think you mad. But you will go again, and again.
I strongly recommend travelling alone next time. Your first experience was probably constantly with the same group of...
You never need worry, if you find an open church, take some time to soak up the atmosphere, then look for the stamp, about 2/3rd of churches and chapels which are on the path will have one (although the pen probably won't work).
Every cafe and...
Warning: I am just finishing Camino Portugues today, the main route not Espitual.
However my warning is not based on the route nor the accommodation, but the reliance on phone based technological solutions and over dependency on them.
As a solo...
This subject was also raised on a channel concerning Cruise ships. It is positively discouraged where there is a large serving staff, especially where they are low paid and closely supervised. If you return items thinking that you are helping...
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