We usually do No. 1 and No. 3 anyway and also did so on the Geira. As for No. 2, booking all accommodation before starting out, we didn’t do that, just called a day ahead and that worked well at the time. That was in 2021, maybe things have...
I think this is a continuation of some of what I would describe as unnecessary hype about this camino. It is no more remote, no more dangerous than many of the caminos walked by many forum members. It reminds me of the notice that the...
My wife and I walked the Geira, I did a few posts on our experience, in June 23.
Rule 1. YES, ALWAYS FOR ALMOST ANY Camino.
Rule 2 . We booked a day or two in advance, worked fine
Rule 3. personal choice bur often no places around during the day...
In Australia no sensible bushwalker, yes Caminos and bushwalks are similar but different, wears cotton tops or pants.
When they get wet you get cold, and takes too long to dry. So synthetics or wool is preferred.
I'm currently in Melinda, but I got to witness an incredible show last week while in El Acebo.
After a hot shower to warm up and a satisfying dinner, I ventured outside my hostel to capture a few photos and was greeted by an astonishing display...
The new number is +34 677504970, its on WhatsApp.
I had been ringing for 2 days, a man who did not understand English and I could not understand him, would hang up.
So I asked the kind and helpful lady at Hotel La Muralla in Retortillo de Soria...
We are currently walking the Lana and at Mandayona. Prefer these days to get a room rather than rely on finding space in tiny albergues. We have stayed in 3 so far, varied from good to basic (worst 4 beds, no blankets, no pillows, no heating but...
Also some places offer pilgrim discounts if asked, you can't get discount with online bookings. If there number starts with 6 in Spain it's a mobile, and most are on Whats App
So using Google Translate you can send an English etc or Spanish...
So….. we had 1 inch of rain here at home in a 4 hour period. We found it and opportunity to test our packs/setup. We hiked 12 miles in pure downpour. We both wore shorts and no pack covers as mine is waterproof and his Osprey has a waterproof...
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