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I started in Burgos on 9/16/11 and arrived in Santiago on 10/5. My blog is http://www.acatholiccamino.blogspot.com
'Solvitur Ambulando'
- St. Augustine
I used one and loved it. Some people I saw used two, others none. Mine was collapsible so I could put it away when I needed to. If you use one, do some hiking/walking with it before hand to get comfortable with it.
'Solvitur Ambulando'
- St. Augustine
I didn't read all the posts in this thread, but hands down my favorite experience was at the albergue run by the Italian Confraternity of St James at Itero del Castillo, about 10km past Castrojeriz. Small, very clean, the kindest and most warmhearted hospitaleros, wonderful meals included...
I used the Camino Frances guidebook published by the Confraternity of St James, which was an excellent tool for me. I walked alone in September 2011. Many pilgrims do use Brierly.
'Solvitur Ambulando'
- St. Augustine
I budgeted using a 50% contingency on the 1€ per km rule. So 1.50€ per km got me safely and comfortably from Burgos to Santiago, including a couple days where I had to rest and a bus trip to make my timeframe.
That being said, that was good for me, but each person must judge for themselves. If...
There are lots of bus options leaving from Santiago. I cannot remember which company, but you can check Alsa or Monbus and see what their routes are.
'Solvitur Ambulando'
- St. Augustine
My Camera was a handheld Panasonic with a built in zoom. It was absolutely perfect for the trip.
My camera recorded so much more for me that just a photo. The pictures bring back beautiful memories and evoke the feelings I experienced in that time or place on the Camino.
Sunrises in colors so...
Okay, so it posted way too early.
I just wanted to say that my Camino was wonderful. Tendinitis, blisters, big bites and all, I had an amazing experience, met many wonderful people who have left an indelible imprint on my life, and am just very grateful.
It's hard to put in words the...
Anyone know the name of the store where I can pick up an Altus in Burgos? Was thinking I'd get one when I got there to start on my Camino, which is next week (whoa!!). Thanks so much!!
'Solvitur Ambulando'
- St. Augustine
Okay everyone, I'm back with what I hope are my last/final gear questions. :)
I've got everything (I think) including the sleeping bag (770 grams), pump spray permethrin, and a rain jacket.
My question relates to getting my gear on the plane - I've read that it's a good idea to pack my...
I don't think we'll all ever agree on matters of religion; I just wanted to add to previous posts by sharing my own experience in regards to The Most Blessed Sacrament.
As a Catholic who had been away from the faith for many years before my own conversion ('reversion') and being in communion...
I tried to search through previous posts/threads, but couldn't find the topic(s) I was looking for, although I'm sure that it has been covered before.
My Camino begins in mid-September, and I have a few quick questions:
1) poncho or waterproof rain jacket? I know personal preference will play...
Priscillan: the words "for thine is the kingdom..." that are typically said in the modern Latin Rite (RC) mass in most english speaking countries actually derived from our Orthodox brethren in the Maronite and Melkite rites. To my knowledge, it is not part of the mass translations used by other...
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