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    Train from Lisbon airport to Porto

    Hi, i just replied to another thread on a similar topic so just copy and pasting my ealier post. I just arrived in Porto yesterday having flown into Lisbon. I took the Metro from the airport to the Oriente station which cost €2 for a ticket. From here I went to the 3rd or 4th floor where there...
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    And the day is finally here! My first Camino

    Hi Everyone, After quite some fuss and hours of traveling, I’ve finally made it to Porto from Western Australia. I’m extremely tired but the time difference and excitement have kept me awake. I have today scheduled as a grace day, to explore Porto and get my passport and first stamp...
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    To all the experienced CP travelers: ? about train systems

    Hi Lyne, I just arrived in Porto yesterday having flown into Lisbon. noticed you mentioned IT and AP as the possible trains, looking at my ticket it only mentions CP, hopefully my experience will be a little helpful still. I took the Metro from the airport to the Oriente station which cost €2...
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    Warning on the start of the Camino Portuguese.

    Thanks for sharing. I’m starting in Porto on May 13th. Definitely something to keep an eye out for.
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    Boat from Vilanova De Arousa

    Thanks for the helpful tips, great to know there are other options to the boat. And now have peace of mind regarding my compostela!
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    Boat from Vilanova De Arousa

    Thanks for the tips, will be sure to get my raincoat ready!
  7. GracieMarnelle

    Boat from Vilanova De Arousa

    Hi @Magwood, Thanks so much for replying and sharing the blog, was a good read and great to see what the boat looked like. Crazy to think that many people were able to fit on the boat.
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    Boat from Vilanova De Arousa

    Hi All, I will be commencing the Camino Portugues on May 13th from Porto and am keen to complete the variance espiritual route. I have to be in Santiago by the 23rd May (11 full days put aside) so I guess i'm on a bit of a tight schedule. I am planning on taking the boat from Vilanova De...
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    Booking last 2 weeks in May

    Hi Kaye, I am walking the CP starting from Porto on the 13th May- perhaps we will cross paths. I have similar feelings regarding the accomodation. I haven't booked any accomodation during but I did book a couple days in Porto and Santiago for peace of mind. I'm on a budget so would like to stick...
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    Documenting the experience

    Hi Rob, Thanks for the reply. Yes I agree, so many videos out there yet they document a range of experiences and perspectives. I will definitely take on board your suggestions regarding the videos, I've never attempted to make any kind of video so I will see how it goes. Gracie
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    Documenting the experience

    Thankyou for your recommendation, I loved your effortless approach to the Camino and documenting it. It has definitely got me excited. I was just planning on walking the central route crossing to the Spiritual route at the end but I noticed in a comment you suggested walking the coastal route...
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    Documenting the experience

    ahh yes I loved the film and it was actually my first introduction into what the Camino was. Funny to think many years after watching the film, i'll be walking my own Camino. Thanks for the reply!
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    Has anyone flown with Qatar Airways out of Aus?

    I'm also in Australia and have flow Qatar a number of times. In my opinion, the airline is of similar quality of Emirates but offer far tastier food. Doha is a pretty good airport, its big but not so big that it takes you forever to find your gate.
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    Documenting the experience

    Hi All, I am embarking on my very first Camino in May this year, I will traveling from Australia to walk the Camino Portugues. I'm keen to document my experience through photos and possibly videos for youtube. Could anyone please recommend any videos to watch or possibly any you have made...
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