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    Dog attack after Pobra de Brollón, July 2023

    I had three occasions on Camino Nascente last year when aggressive dogs came perilously close to me in spite of owners calling to them. I don't use walking poles but I have a sun umbrella which is within reach, and in all three occasions I used it to scare the dogs away.
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    HOKA warning

    In my experience, sandals are fantastic! I wear open-toed Teva sandals with socks and only occasionally pick up a stone. My feet stay cool and if it rains, I don’t have boots to dry. Your ankles and feet get stronger wearing sandals.
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    HOKA warning

    Oops, should have said” Teva sandals and socks!” Anyhow, works beautifully for my feet. Good luck!
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    HOKA warning

    In my experience, Teva socks and sandals will take you far!
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    Beautiful Camino song

    Yes!
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    Beautiful Camino song

    Thank-you so much. I am in tears.❤️
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    Walking the Olvidado: A Solo Pilgrim's Experience and Accommodations Guide

    Good morning! I didn’t stay in Arija, but in El Rincon de Galdea which is 4.2km from Arija. You must detour to get there but the Hotel Rural El Rincon de Galdea is wonderful! The cost was 55 Euro with excellent food for both supper and breakfast. The number is 942 733 313. I really enjoyed all...
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    Walking the Olvidado: A Solo Pilgrim's Experience and Accommodations Guide

    Nothing terrible happened but the camino itself does not pass through particularly beautiful areas. Having said that, I met a lovely couple and they directed me to the bar where I was received with great hospitality. This camino surprised and delighted me daily. I would happily walk it again!
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    Walking the Olvidado: A Solo Pilgrim's Experience and Accommodations Guide

    I used Wisepilgrim and it proved to be extremely useful in the mountainous areas where the path meandered. This camino was truly exceptional and in my opinion, the only unfortunate part was from Congosto to Cabanas Raras, which was made less unfortunate by the incredible hospitality I...
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    Walking the Olvidado: A Solo Pilgrim's Experience and Accommodations Guide

    I was incorrect when I said I walked in November. I actually started on October 7th and arrived in Villafranca del Bierzo on October 24th, and then walked on to Santiago to arrive on October 31st. Sorry for the confusion. Post-Christmas confusion! My stages were as follows:1. Bilbao-Balmaseda...
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    Walking the Olvidado: A Solo Pilgrim's Experience and Accommodations Guide

    Thank-you so much for your detailed account. I walked this camino in November as well and loved it! I was fortunate enough to take the alternative routes which were exceptional.
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    LIVE from the Camino @khiker9 on the Invierno!

    Thanks for this! I am a few days from starting Camino Invierno and I’m interested in what accommodations are open. Buen Camino!
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    Sara talks about her assault on the Salvador

    Horrifying. Very happy that you are safe and strong. Also glad that the incident was taken seriously by the police.
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    Bladder vs water bottle

    Hello. I bought Raidlight water bottle holders that fit on the straps of my Osprey pack. I find this perfect!easy to clean and to refill. Worked on Via de la Plata.
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    Bladder vs water bottle

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